Western Mallorca
The 16th-century Castell de Son Mas, on the hill at the northern end of town, is an elegant defensive palace that now houses the ajuntament (town hall),…
Must-see attractions in Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca
Inspired by contemporary-art spaces in London, the 'White Box' showcases edgy Mallorcan and international artists in a stark, minimalist space. It stages…
Mallorca
At Sineu’s heart is Sa Plaça, a busy square fronted by several bars and restaurants, plus the crumbling sandstone, late-Gothic facade of the 16th-century…
Western Mallorca
Cala Mago is two narrow inlets: the one on the right has a restaurant and is frequented by nudists, while the longer inlet with the narrow, shady beach to…
Northern Mallorca
The westernmost and first of Cala Sant Vicenç's beaches, Cala Barques, is sandy until you hit the water, when you have to pick your way over rocks to…
Northeastern Mallorca
East of Cala Ratjada harbour, beyond Sa Torre Cega, this fine little cove has a pretty 40m beach backed by pine forests and receives far fewer visitors…
Northern Mallorca
Not far from Necròpolis de Son Real, the island called Illot dels Porros also contains remains of an ancient necropolis. It's a fairly easy swim for the…
Central East Coast
Difficult to access on foot and walled in by weather-pitted walls of rock, this secluded cove is the perfect place to drop anchor and dive off the side of…
Mirador de la Ermita de Betlem
Northeastern Mallorca
Breathtaking viewpoint (not just for exhausted cyclists) high up on the way to the Ermita de Betlem, with glorious views of the Badia d'Alcúdia and Cap…
Alcúdia
A fine old home with stunning carvings around its 1st-floor windows, just west of Plaça de sa Constitució, opposite the entrance to Carrer dels Albellons.
Central East Coast
Sequer is a tiny sequestered toenail of sand between sheer rock walls: great if you fancy the walk to get there, and the unbroken solitude once you arrive.
Palma de Mallorca
In 1984 the Parc de la Mar (with its artificial lake, fountain and green spaces) was opened. Head slightly east and you'll reach a children's playground.
Alcúdia
This stolid and imposing building with classical carvings around its 1st-floor windows is a short walk north of the turning with Carrer de Sant Jaume.
Southern Mallorca
This broad stretch of white sand is lapped by clear, shallow waters, and looks across to a scattering of small islands. Nudism is allowed.
Pollença
On the northern outskirts of town, this two-arched bridge originally dates to Roman days, although it was much restored in medieval times.
Serra de Tramuntana
Mallorca's tallest peak (1445m) can be seen from all round these parts. It's topped with a globular radar station, built by the US.
Església de Santa Maria d’Andratx
Western Mallorca
This lovely church with its striking bell tower was built in the 18th century on the site of the original 1248 house of worship.
Northern Mallorca
A fine ribbon of pale, pine-fringed sand, with crystal-clear water; it can get busy in summer. Parking costs €10 for the day.
Palma de Mallorca
This innovative little commercial gallery presents Spanish and European painters, sculptors, photographers and printmakers.
Palma de Mallorca
The 18th-century baroque pati of this grand house is one of Palma's most beautiful and visible from the street.
Northern Mallorca
This popular lookout 3km northeast of Port de Pollença gazes out over dizzying views along the ragged north coast.
Palma de Mallorca
Dating back to medieval (and possibly even Arab) Palma, this house boasts one of the city's oldest courtyards.
Northern Mallorca
Around the headland to the east, Cala Carbó is the smallest and least visited of Cala Sant Vicenç's beaches.
Southern Mallorca
Surrounded by low pine-clad hills, this peaceful beach is a delightful place for a picnic and/or watery romp.
Northern Mallorca
Pretty Cala Clara is small and perfectly formed, around 30m wide with clear, shallow, minty-blue water.
Alcúdia
One of Alcúdia's finest, this large, grand and noble building has a largely unadorned facade.
Central East Coast
This stunning sea cave, some 8km south of Porto Cristo, is best explored by kayak.
Alcúdia
A magnificent sight at the east end of the old town sporting two towers, this solitary 14th-century gate is one of the two surviving gates of Alcúdia.
Palma de Mallorca
The main claim to fame of the baroque Església de Santa Magdalena is as the resting place of Santa Catalina Thomàs of Valldemossa. Her clothed remains are…
Casa Natal de Santa Catalina Thomàs
Valldemossa
The Casa Natal de Santa Catalina Thomàs, birthplace of St Catherine Thomas, is tucked off to the side of the parish church, the Església de Sant Bartomeu,…
Palma de Mallorca
The big Balearic building society, Sa Nostra, runs this cultural foundation in Can Castelló, where it stages exhibitions, performances and talks. Keep an…
Southern Mallorca
The main attraction at this ostrich farm is the chance to see, stroke and feed the birds, which kids will love; they're also active at night. Meals …
Església de Sant Crist de la Sang
Palma de Mallorca
Within the Hospital General (founded in the 16th century), you can behold the Gothic facade of this church. It is an object of pilgrimage and devotion,…
Poblat Talaiòtic dels Antigors
Southern Mallorca
About 1km south of Ses Salines (follow the signposts off the road to Colònia de Sant Jordi) is this neglected archaeological site. There's no visitors'…
Palma de Mallorca
The 'Consulate of the Sea' was founded in 1326 as a maritime tribunal, adjudicating disputes among merchants, sailors and captains. The present building –…
Western Mallorca
A synthetic meeting of landscape and architecture, the eccentric Museo Liedtke, 2km south of the port centre, was built between 1987 and 1993 into the…
Valldemossa
The brainchild of part-time Valldemossa resident and Hollywood actor Michael Douglas, Costa Nord describes itself as a 'cultural centre' and begins well…
Palma de Mallorca
The Claustre de Sant Antoniet is a baroque gem that belongs to the BBVA bank. The two-tiered, oval-shaped enclosure was built in 1768 and is now used for…
Palma de Mallorca
The 'Circle of Fine Arts', an organisation with roots in the Civil War era, is devoted to nurturing literature and the fine arts in Palma. Casal Balaguer …
