If there is one thing Mallorca is known for, it is its variety of activities related to tourism in Mallorca. From excursions in the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range to diving in the Mediterranean Sea and discovering life under the sea.

One of the main advantages of Mallorca, is the variety of plans that brings tourism in Mallorca every year. From a day spent relaxing and enjoying the weather on a paradisiacal beach to hiking or cycling in the island’s mountains, Mallorca has it all. 

So, we would like to give you a small guide of things to do in Mallorca, discovering the incredible capital of Mallorca to visiting the nearest beaches and the island’s most emblematic villages. 



We would also like to recommend our hotel, which is the best option if you are looking for a luxury hotel in Palma during your holidays. Palacio Can Marqués has everything you need to make your holiday unforgettable. 

Do you want to know everything about tourism in Mallorca? Read on!

Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is one of those cities you fall in love with as soon as you arrive. Its spectacular cathedral will be the first thing you see when you enter the city on your arrival in Mallorca. It is the world’s closest cathedral to the sea and has the largest Gothic rose window in Europe. 

The cathedral is an essential stop when visiting Palma, but there are many others! The Passeig des Born, Las Ramblas or the Old Town are places worth strolling through to discover the atmosphere and beauty of the city. They are also the ideal choice if you are looking for shops or restaurants. 

There are many more historical monuments in the centre of Palma, such as the city wall and its different access gates, the Arab Baths, Es Baluard and S'Hort des Rei. All you need to do is walk around Palma Old Town to discover all these charming spots that will make you fall in love with the city, its atmosphere and its people. 

Beaches in Palma

Another of the main attractions if you are looking for tourism in Mallorca are beaches in Palma. Even though they are in the city of Mallorca, the capital also has fine sand beaches and crystal-clear water, and there are rocky coves for those who prefer them.

That is why today we are going to recommend some of these beaches in Palma where you can relax and enjoy the good weather in Mallorca.

Illetas 

Located next to Calviá is Illetas beach. It is just a 15-minute drive from the centre of Palma and is one of those beaches where you can enjoy turquoise blue water and fine sand. 

It also has different areas, so if you prefer stony beaches you will also find places to relax. Its location is strategic, and depending on where the tide comes in, you can choose one side or another, so you will always be where the wind and the sea are calm. 

Furthermore, in Illetas, you will come across Purobeach Illetas. A place to eat, relax and enjoy one of the island’s best sunsets. Purobeach Illetas is the perfect place to relax and ensure that your day at the beach wants for nothing. 

Playa de Palma

Playa de Palma is another of the beaches located close to the city centre. It is a kilometre-long beach with all kinds of services and it is great for practising water sports, as well as resting and relaxing in the sun. 

This beach has a great atmosphere and is one of the most popular places for tourists who choose Palma for their holiday. It is the perfect beach to go with family, friends or simply with your favourite book. 

Another advantage is that it is where Purobeach Palma is based. It is a completely different setting from Illetas but just as special. With an exquisite restaurant, a swimming pool where you can cool off, Bali beds and all kinds of treatments, you cannot miss it!

Towns in Mallorca

Another of the things that everyone who comes to the island is looking for if they want to do tourism in Mallorca is to visit the most beautiful towns in Mallorca. We are going to focus on two towns in particular, although all of the island’s towns have a unique quality. 

Valldemossa

Valldemossa is an idyllic village in the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range. It is an essential stop for all those who are looking for tourism in Mallorca. Its cobbled and flower-lined streets enamours everyone who visits and many people long to stay and live in this town in Mallorca. 

Apart from its outstanding beauty and uniqueness, Valldemossa is also known as the place where Chopin lived during his stay in Mallorca. He lived, together with his wife, in the Valldemossa Charterhouse, and they both fell in love with the landscape, people and culture of this town. 

Santanyí

For our next town, we travel from the Serra de Tramuntana in the north to Santanyí in the south of Mallorca. This town in Mallorca is a place where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere and the people. 

Every Wednesday and Saturday the town has an even more vibrant atmosphere with its weekly market. Its streets are full of stalls selling typical Mallorcan products, from local produce to fruit and vegetables!

Palacio Can Marqués

If you are thinking about sightseeing in Mallorca and you still don't know where to start, make a reservation at Palacio Can Marqués. It is the ideal option if you want to rest and not have to worry about anything during your holidays in Mallorca. 

Spacious and bright rooms, a variety of restaurants with pleasantly surprising cuisine, a rooftop with panoramic views of the city, a gym... you will find everything you are looking for at Palacio Can Marqués!

We are waiting for you!