Mallorca at a glance
Mallorca, spelled Majorca in many English texts, is the largest of the Balearic Islands in Spain and easy to reach: Palma airport lies about 8 km from the city centre. The island works best if you pick one or two bases. Palma has the cathedral, the old town and the airport bus. The Tramuntana mountains in the north-west hold Sóller, Valldemossa and Deià. The north-east has Alcúdia and Formentor, and the south-east has caves, coves and nature parks.
This Mallorca travel guide is independent. It is not the official Mallorca tourism website and has no link to the Balearic government, the Consell de Mallorca or any town hall. We give you adult prices, opening hours and access rules for 2026, so you can plan days that actually fit together.
The Tramuntana in Mallorca
The Tramuntana mountains of Mallorca are best reached on public transport or by rail. TIB line 203 links Palma with Valldemossa, Deià, Sóller and Port de Sóller, and the Sóller train and tram run from Palma to the port.
What to know before you go in 2026
Rules and changes that older guides often miss.
Cap de Formentor has a regulated period
In 2026 the road to the lighthouse was regulated from 15 May to 18 October, daily from 10:00 to 22:00. Unauthorised private cars may not drive the lighthouse section during those hours, and bus 334 runs instead. Check the dates for the year you travel.
Cap de Formentor →A small tourist tax on accommodation
The sustainable tourism tax is charged per person and night, from €1 to €4 depending on the type of accommodation. It is reduced by 75% from 1 November to 30 April, and children under 16 are exempt.
Where to stay →Driving in Palma is restricted
The low-emission zone covers the centre, and foreign number plates need separate authorisation. A bill to limit vehicles on the island was approved by the Consell on 5 June 2026, but it still needs parliament. Check the rules before you hire a car.
Palma →Weather can close places
A red storm warning was issued for Mallorca on 18 October 2026, with closures in Palma. In autumn and winter, check the warnings before mountain drives, and never cross a torrent bed in rain.
Weather by month →Our picks: Mallorca tours
A full island tour, a catamaran cruise and a boat trip to Sa Calobra.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Island tour by bus, boat, tram and train from the south
Coach, boat trip, tram and train with a guide and travel insurance. Your meeting point near your hotel is confirmed after booking.
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Catamaran cruise with lunch and a swim stop
A buffet, wine and sangria with the meal, soft drinks, coffee, juice and life jackets are included. Snorkelling gear needs a €10 deposit, which is refunded.
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Boat trip from Sóller to Sa Calobra
The boat trip and free time in Sa Calobra, at the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis.
Check availability →Mallorca tours and day trips
Boat trips, caves, island tours and city tickets, with live prices and availability.
Plan your trip
Start with the pages that answer the big questions. Day trips in Majorca and every Mallorca tour are compared on the excursions page, and a Mallorca ticket for the cathedral, the caves or the train is covered on the page for each sight, with 2026 prices.
Things to do in Mallorca
Fifteen places, from the cathedral in Palma to the caves of the east.
Excursions compared
Caves, train, boat and mountain roads: time, cost and what to check.
Boat trips
Catamarans, the boat to Sa Calobra and coastal cruises, by departure port.
Beaches and coves
Twelve beaches with access notes, from sand to rocky bays.
Weather and best time
Palma climate averages by month and how to choose your season.
Where to stay
Palma, Sóller, Valldemossa, Alcúdia and Cala Ratjada compared by area.
Places in Mallorca
The sights and towns with their own guides.
Palma de Mallorca
La Seu, the Almudaina palace, Bellver castle and the old town.
The Sóller train
The wooden train from Palma and the tram to Port de Sóller.
Valldemossa and Deià
A charterhouse in a mountain valley and a village above a stony cove.
Caves of Drach
A timed visit with a concert on an underground lake.
Sa Calobra
A serpentine road, a boat from Port de Sóller and the gorge mouth.
Cap de Formentor
The lighthouse road, the beach and the summer access rules.
Es Trenc
A long natural beach in a protected park, with parking and bus notes.
Alcúdia
Medieval walls, a Roman theatre and a bay for the beach.
Cala Ratjada
A harbour town with Son Moll and Cala Agulla nearby.
Choosing your season
Long-term averages for Palma (1981 to 2010), not a forecast for 2026.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.4 °C | 8.3 °C | 42 mm |
| April | 19.2 °C | 11.7 °C | 39 mm |
| July | 29.4 °C | 21.9 °C | 6 mm |
| October | 23.7 °C | 16.6 °C | 69 mm |
Summer is hot and dry on the coast, while autumn brings the most rain. Spring and early autumn suit walking and sightseeing in the mountains. See the weather page for every month.
Getting to Majorca and around the island
Travel to Mallorca usually starts at Palma airport. The airport bus A1 runs between Palma airport and the city, and A2 runs to S'Arenal. The A1 single is listed at €5. Card payment is now accepted on EMT buses, so check the fare shown on the day. Taxis from the airport have a minimum fare of €16.95 under the 2025 tariff, which includes the airport surcharge and the first 7 km.
For the rest of the island, the TIB network connects towns. Line 203 links Palma, Valldemossa, Deià, Sóller and Port de Sóller. Bus 334 serves Formentor in season. Always check the current timetable before you go, because several lines change with the season.
Mallorca: frequently asked questions
How do I get from Palma airport to the city?
EMT bus A1 connects the airport with Palma, and A2 goes to S'Arenal. The airport is about 8 km from the city centre. A taxi has a minimum fare of €16.95 under the 2025 tariff, with a surcharge of €4.65 once per trip for the port or airport.
Is there a tourist tax in Mallorca?
Yes. The tax is charged per person and night, from €1 (hostals, campsites) to €4 (top-category hotels and apartments). From 1 November to 30 April it is reduced by 75%, from the ninth night in the same place a further 50% applies, and children under 16 are exempt.
Can I drive a hire car anywhere?
Not everywhere. Palma has a low-emission zone and extra restricted areas, and foreign number plates need authorisation. The road to the Formentor lighthouse is restricted for private cars during a set period each year.
When is the best time to visit?
It depends on what you want. Palma's long-term averages (1981 to 2010) show July and August as the hottest, with highs near 29 °C, and July as the driest month at 6 mm. January highs are about 15 °C, and October has the most rain at 69 mm.
Do I need to book the Caves of Drach?
Tickets are for a set start time, and you can buy them online up to 30 days ahead. Adults pay €18.50 online or €19.50 at the desk in 2026. The visit takes about an hour and includes a concert.
Is visitmallorca.org the official tourism website?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no link to the Balearic government, the Consell de Mallorca, any town hall, the Sóller railway or any tour operator.