5 best things to do in Palma de Mallorca
The essentials of Palma de Mallorca with the booking notes that actually matter — which tickets sell out, which slots are quietest, which formats reward the advance purchase. Every booking happens with the provider you choose.
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The Palma de Mallorca shortlist
- Palma Cathedral (La Seu) — the Gothic sandstone giant on the waterfront; Gaudí altered the interior.
- Bellver Castle — the circular castle with the city-and-bay panorama.
- Old town & Arab baths walk — the medina-era remnants under the old streets.
- Boat trip along the south-west coast — the coves west of the bay; catamaran formats run daily.
- Serra de Tramuntana day trip — the UNESCO mountain range — Valldemossa and Deià are the stops.
Flying in, Palma De Mallorca Airport (PMI) serves the city — attraction districts sit 30–60 minutes away at typical city speeds.
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- Klook — Palma de Mallorca activities — the widest catalogue, instant QR tickets, strong on transport passes and day trips.
- KKday — Palma de Mallorca experiences — local-led formats and small-group tours.
- Tiqets — museums and landmarks with instant mobile entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in Palma de Mallorca?
Palma Cathedral (La Seu) — the Gothic sandstone giant on the waterfront; Gaudí altered the interior. Start there, then build the itinerary around it.
Do I need to book Palma de Mallorca attractions in advance?
The headline attractions reward advance booking — timed-entry systems and quota tickets mean walk-up availability is worst exactly when you want to visit. Everything on this page links to providers showing live availability.
How many days do you need in Palma de Mallorca?
Three to four days covers the shortlist above at a humane pace for a first visit; add days for the day-trip formats rather than compressing the city itself.
Is a city pass worth it in Palma de Mallorca?
Run the arithmetic honestly: a pass wins when you would genuinely visit three-plus ticketed attractions in its window. Our provider links show pass options side by side with single tickets — compare before committing.