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Palma de Mallorca: Quaint streets, sunny beaches
Perched on the beautiful Bay of Palma and benefiting from tiered rows of pretty stone streets, Palma is chocolate-box Spain. Unlike Magaluf with its flesh pots and high-rise hotels, Mallorca’s capital retains its old-world charm, with winding alleys, traditional flower-filled courtyards and sunny squares among its many beauties. Then there’s a slew of world-class
monuments and museums, among them the La Seu cathedral which dominates the skyline. Equally lovely, though, are the many little cafés and restaurants, many seemingly intent on proving that it’s not just Barcelona where impressively good tapas are to be had. Like its Catalan neighbour, Palma has beautiful beaches, good food in abundance and more than one fabulous place to shop.
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Top 10 sights in Palma de Mallorca

Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró a Mallorca
07015 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/70 14 20
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Opening times:
Tues-Sat 1000-1900
Sun 1000-1500 (16 May-15 Sep)
Tues-Sat 1000-1800
Sun 1000-1500 (16 Sep-15 May)
Although born in Barcelona, Joan Miró spent much of his life in Mallorca. Following his death, his Palma studio was turned into a tiny museum and houses a permanent collection of his work.
Catedral La Seu (Cathedral)
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971 723 130
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Opening times musuem and cathedral:
Mon-Fri 10:00 – 18:15
Sat 10:00 – 14:15 (1. Jun – 30. Sept)
Mon – Fri 10:00 – 15:15
Sat 10:00 – 14:15 (2. Nov – 31. Mar)
Mon – Fri 10:00 – 17:15
Sat 10:00 – 14:15 (1. Apr – 31. May and Oct)
Dominating the Palma skyline is La Seu, the city’s majestic sandstone cathedral. Begun by James I of Aragon in 1229, it wasn’t finished until 1601 and was remodelled by Gaudi 400 years later in 1901, although that took until 1914 to complete.
Passeig Maritím
Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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A pretty promenade flanked by a curious mix of yachts and fishing boats on one side, and upmarket boutiques and restaurants on the other.
Palau de l’Almudaina (Almudaina Palace)
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/72 73 37
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Opening times:
Tue – Sun 10:00 – 20:00 (Apr – Sept)
Tue – Sun 10:00 – 18:00 (Oct – Mar)
Closed on Mondays
Originally a Moorish fortress, the Almudaina Palace was rebuilt as a royal residence by James I following the Reconquista in the 14th century. Highlights include the beautiful surrounding garden.
Museu Es Baluard (Baluard Museum for Modern Art)
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/90 82 00
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Opening times:
Tues-Sat 1000-2000
Sun 1000-1500
Opened in 2004, Es Baluard is Palma’s contemporary art museum and is packed with treasures by the likes of Picasso and honorary local boy Joan Miró.
Banys Àrabs
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/72 15 49
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Opening times:
Daily 09:30 – 19:00 (Dec bis Mar)
Daily 09:30 – 20:00 (Apr bis Nov)
One of the last reminders of the Moorish rule, the columned baths were built using recycled Roman stone and sit within a pretty Palma garden.
Museu de Mallorca
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/17 78 38
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Opening times:
Tues – Sat 1000 – 1800
Sun 1000 – 1400
Mallorca has a long and fascinating history and this small museum covers most of the important moments. Set within a 17th-century palace, highlights include the Moorish ceramics.
Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village)
07014 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Opening times:
daily 0900-1800
A cultural theme park, the Poble Espanyol contains replicas of Spain’s most famous buildings, among them the magnificent Alhambra Palace in Granada.
Olivar Market
07002 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Tel: +34-971/72 03 14
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Opening times:
Mon-Sat, 0700-1430
Palma’s biggest covered market is the place to go for fresh, local produce such as huge juicy strawberries and strings of plaited garlic.
Ca'n Pere Antoni
Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Palma’s city beach has a blue flag award for cleanliness and views of La Seu. It’s not the biggest beach however: Playa del Palma 10km (6 miles) away is a better bet for serious swimmers and sun worshippers.
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Country Information
Country overview
Spain is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe. Endless beaches, brilliant sunshine and azure waters draw beach lovers to the Mediterranean coast, and the Balearic and Canary Islands. But visitors also flock to see the historical architecture of cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Leon, Seville and Segovia.
If you want to experience the real Spain, don’t go to bed too early. In these parts, people stroll the city squares and dine out late into the night.
Geography
Spain accounts for roughly four-fifths of the Iberian Peninsula, with Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar occupying the remainder. In the northeast, the Pyrenees form a natural frontier to France. The state territory also encompasses the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera) located southeast of Barcelona, in the Mediterranean, and the Canary Islands off the west coast of Africa. Ceuta, Chafarinas, Melilla and Ladu are tiny Spanish exclaves in North Africa, relics of the former Spanish Empire.
Spain is a mountainous country. The Pyrenees extend for 400 kilometers from the Basque Country in the northwest to the Mediterranean. Some peaks rise more than 3000 meters above sea level; the highest elevation here is the Pico de Aneto at 3404 meters above sea level. The country’s interior consists of a vast plateau, the Meseta, which is intersected by a number of mountain ranges.
In the north and northwest, the Meseta is bordered by the Cantabrian Mountains and the Iberian Mountains, and in the South by the Sierra Morena, beyond which lies the Guadalquivir Valley. Galicia’s mountainous landscape runs along the jagged Atlantic coast. The extreme south is also mountainous; the Sierra Nevada southeast of Granada belongs to the Betic Cordilleras, which run parallel to the Mediterranean and include the highest mountain on the Spanish mainland, the Mulhacén (3481 meters above sea level). The highest elevation on Spanish territory is the Pico del Teide (3718 meters above sea level) on Tenerife.
Spain has just under 5000 kilometers of coastline. The Mediterranean coast extends from the French border to the Rock of Gibraltar. The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean and divides Spain from North Africa.
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Key facts
Population: 46.33 million (2017)
Capital: Madrid.
Language
The official language is Spanish (Castellano, Castilian). In the Autonomous Communities of the Basque region, Galicia, Catalonia, Valencia, Navarra and the Balearic Islands, the relevant regional languages are also used as second official languages according to the Statutes of Autonomy. In tourist areas, English and German are commonly spoken foreign languages.
Electricity
220 V, 50 Hz (sometimes 110/125 V in older buildings in smaller places)
Currency
1 euro = 100 cents
Currency sign/abbreviation: €, EUR (ISO code). Banknotes are available in the values 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 euros, coins, in the nominal values 1 and 2 euros, as well as 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents.
Public holidays
Listed below are the public holidays for the period January 2020 to December 2021.
Please note
a) several regional public holidays also exist.
b) it is usual for public holidays, which fall on a Sunday, to be substituted by work-free days on subsequent weekdays.
* not in all parts of the country
2020
Año Nuevo (New Year’s): 1 January 2020
Epifanía (Epiphany): 6 January 2020
Día de San José (St. Joseph’s Day): 19 March 2020*
Jueves Santo (Maundy Thursday): 9 April 2020*
Viernes Santo (Good Friday): 10 April 2020
Domingo de Resurrección (Easter Sunday): 12 April 2020
Día del Trabajo (Labor Day): 1 May 2020
Asunción de la Virgen (Assumption Day): 15 August 2020
Fiesta Nacional de España (Spanish National Day): 12 October 2020
Fiesta de Todos los Santos (All Saints’ Day): 1 and 2 November 2020*
Día de la Constitución (Constitution Day): 6 December 2020
La Inmaculada (Feast of the Immaculate Conception): 8 December 2020
Navidad (Christmas): 25 December 2020
2021
Año Nuevo (New Year’s): 1 January 2021
Epifanía (Epiphany): 6 January 2021
Día de San José (St. Joseph’s Day): 19 March 2021*
Jueves Santo (Maundy Thursday): 1 April 2021*
Viernes Santo (Good Friday): 2 April 2021
Domingo de Resurrección (Easter Sunday): 4 April 2021
Día del Trabajo (Labor Day): 1 May 2021
Asunción de la Virgen (Assumption Day): 15 August 2021
Fiesta Nacional de España (Spanish National Day): 12 October 2021
Fiesta de Todos los Santos (All Saints’ Day): 1 and 2 November 2021*
Día de la Constitución (Constitution Day): 6 December 2021
La Inmaculada (Feast of the Immaculate Conception): 8 December 2021
Navidad (Christmas): 25 December 2021
All information subject to change.
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24 hours in Santa Catalina, Palma’s trendy neighborhood
First fishing village, then socially deprived area, and now the “SoHo” of Palma: Santa Catalina has a long and eventful past – and it’s in evidence everywhere. Pretty Mallorcan cottages seam rundown narrow streets, gourmet restaurants rub shoulders with trendy home furnishing stores, and windmills hundreds of years old stand side by side with gray apartment blocks.
These contrasts are most likely what turned this once generally avoided area into a hip neighborhood. The former slum district owes its melodious name to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, the patron saint of sailors. This small district close to the harbor west of the city center can be comfortably explored in a day.
The following tips and addresses can be downloaded as an iCalendar file (.ics) and imported into any of the usual calendar programs – experience Palma de Mallorca for yourself!
9:30 p.m. – A light breakfast at the Santina Palma
Carre Anníbal 19
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Santa Catalina is the perfect place for a journey of culinary discovery – so it’s a good idea to go easy on breakfast. The smoothies, colorful fruit bowls and freshly prepared toasts at the Santina Palma on Carrer d’Anníbal make a light start to the day. This hip café with its attractive turquoise counter already opens its doors at eight in the morning. Many of the items on the menu are vegan and gluten-free.
10:30 a.m. – A visit to Mercat de Santa Catalina market
Plaça de la Navegació
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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The Mercat de Santa Catalina, Palma’s oldest market hall, is right across from the Santina Palma. It looks unremarkable from the outside, but as soon as you step inside, you realize why this covered plaza is considered to be the gastronomic heart of the neighborhood: It has over 50 stalls, selling freshly caught fish and seafood, meat and sausage specialties, cheese, olives, and regionally grown fruit and vegetables from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are also tapas and paella to be sampled inside the market hall, and if you’re thinking of picking up some Mallorcan specialties, then sobrassa, the local raw, cured pork sausage, ensaimada, a type of sweet yeast bun, or some light-as-a-feather sponge cake make good choices.
11:30 a.m. – Shopping at Bconnected, Frida Watson and De Tu A Mi
Carrer d’Anníbal 4b
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Cafés and restaurants are dotted around the market hall, and in between, there are some particularly interesting furniture and fashion stores. The elegant Bconnected concept store (bconnected.com) on Carrer de Dameto beckons to passersby to come inside and take a look at its brightly colored home accessories and modern lamp designs. There are two stores well worth a visit one side street further down, too, on Carrer d’Anníbal. The Frida Watson vintage furniture store (fridawatson.com) specializes in Scandinavian furnishings from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s; and with a little luck, you may find a favorite new garment at the De Tu A Mi fashion boutique. As well as first-rate designer fashions, this vintage store also stocks unusual accessories from all corners of the globe.
2 p.m. – Lunch at the Duke restaurant
Calle Soler 36
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Time for lunch! The Duke is done out in hip surfer style in honor of Duke Kahanamoku, the Hawaiian to whom the invention of surfing is attributed. Despite the laid-back ambience here, this fusion restaurant has been one of the top addresses in the district ever since it opened in 2009. The menu includes Peruvian anticuchos, Thai curry and Mexican fish tacos – multicultural, fresh and healthy. Like many other restaurants in Palma, the Duke serves a daily lunchtime menu, which is very handy, as it is very hard to secure a table at this incredibly popular eatery in the evening.
3:30 p.m. – A stroll through Santa Catalina and on into Es Jonquet
Es Jonquet
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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The narrow streets of Santa Catalina are best explored on foot. Head down to the sea and as you pass through the streets, you’ll get a close-up of the brightly painted walls of the old, two-story fisherman’s cottages – which also make rewarding photo subjects. It’s also worth paying a visit to Es Jonquet district, to the south between Santa Catalina and the marina. A particularly picturesque spot here is Plaça Vapor: Orange trees line the path and the tiny houses evoke even more of a village feeling than the rest of the area. Here, it’s easy to forget that Palma is a city. Walk down to the end of the street to enjoy a wonderful view of the promenade and the sea. Es Jonquet’s landmark windmills, now no longer in operation, are also worth a visit.
6 p.m. – Aperitif on Plaça de la Verge del Miracle
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Pretty Plaça de la Verge del Miracle with its trees and shrubs is the perfect spot to take a break – a lovely place to enjoy a glass of wine in the warm afternoon sunshine. Tardeo is the name Mallorcans give to the afternoon aperitif, which is generally served at around 3 to 4 p.m. The main attraction on Plaça de la Verge del Miracle is the beautiful Iglesia de Sant Magí church at its center. Also, a big arts and crafts market is held outside the church every first Sunday of the month, which is popular with locals and tourists alike.
8 p.m. – Dinner at the Patrón Lunares
Carrer de la Fàbrica 30
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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The Patrón Lunares is just like the Mercat de Santa Catalina in that it is easily overlooked from outside, but inside, guests immediately appreciate the restaurant’s special atmosphere. The long wall hung with an impressive series of oil paintings, lamps made of fishing net, comfortable sofas and rustic wooden tables – all give the room its special feel. The restaurant derives its name from a local fishing legend, “Captain Mole” (as in the skin type of “mole”), who is reputed to have been one of the best fishermen of his day and a kind man, who was loved and respected by his neighbors. The menu includes fish dishes from all over the world as well as Mallorcan specialties with a modern flavor.
10 p.m. – Drinks with a view at the Cuba Sky Bar
Carrer de Sant Magí 1
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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The Sky Bar of the Hostal Cuba doesn’t just welcome the hotel’s guests, but also visitors from outside. A boutique hotel, the Cuba is located right beside Sa Feixina park in the south of Santa Catalina, overlooking the marina. From the roof terrace of the colonial-style building, which dates from 1904, you have a magnificent panoramic view of Palma Bay, and even the ancient city walls and the cathedral can be seen from up here. If you feel the pull of Santa Catalina nightlife after a cocktail or two, head for Carrer de Sant Magí or neighboring Avenida Argentina, which are home to the best clubs in the town.
These tips and addresses can be downloaded as an iCalendar file (.ics) and imported into any of the usual calendar programs – experience Palma de Mallorca for yourself!
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Bohemian café
Once an antiques shop, today one of Palma’s favorite old-town spots, the Café L’Antiquari is a small space crammed with vintage furniture and populated by guest DJs, expats and locals from the creative scene. Outside, it has three hotly contested tables right at the point where the street ends and a flight of steps begins.
Well worth trying here is the Mojito de Hierbes Dulces, a mojito with a Mediterranean herbal liquor. If the tables are taken, just take a seat on the steps.
Café L’Antiquari
Carrer Arabí, 5
07003 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Fine dining
Restaurant Marc Fosh
Carrer de la Missió, 7A
07003 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Five Mallorcan restaurants currently boast a Michelin star; one of them is British master chef Marc Fosh’s in downtown Palma.
Worth the wait
Catedral de Mallorca
Plaza Almoina, s/n
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
It took almost 700 years to build La Seu, Palma’s cathedral. The foundation stone was laid in 1230, but the main facade was not completed until the early 20th century.
Balearic Bohemians
Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró a Mallorca
Carrer de Saridakis, 29
07015 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
Joan Miró was one of many artists who fell in love with Mallorca and lived there for almost 30 years. Frédéric Chopin, however, was unimpressed and left again after a few weeks.
Natural facts
Mallorca’s coastline is 550 kilometers long. Palma’s Ca’n Pere Antoni beach extends from the cathedral to the marina. The island has intermittent streams instead of rivers.
What’s in a name?
Until 2011, the city was just plain “Palma.” Then its name was officially changed to “Palma de Mallorca,” but many locals don’t hold with that. They simply say ciutat (city).
Golfer’s dream
Son Gual Golf S.L.
Finca Son Gual
Ma 15, Palma – Manacor, Km 11,5
07199 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
There are excellent golf courses just outside the city. Boasting 24 courses, Mallorca has the highest density of golf courses of any region in Europe. One great address: Son Gual.
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Restaurants in Palma de Mallorca
Barcelona isn’t the only place where tapas rule the roost and Palma’s more robust take on the Spanish classic are just as good.
If tapas aren’t your cup of tea, there are plenty of restaurants serving everything from seafood to truffles.
Zaranda
Carretera Es Capdellá-Galilea, km 1.7
07196 Es Capdellá, Calvía
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Price: Luxurious
In 2010, star chef Fernando P. Arellano relocated with his restaurant, the Zaranda, from Madrid to Mallorca. The restaurant was awarded two Michelin stars in 2018 and resides at the luxurious Castell Son Claret hotel, which is beautifully situated on the stunning Serra de Tramuntana. The restaurant has various themed menus; reservations recommended. The Zaranda opens only in the evening and is closed during the winter months.
Marc Fosh
07003 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Price: Luxurious
Palma’s poshest dining spot is run by British chef Marc Fosh.
La Bóveda
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Price: Moderate
Mallorcan tapas at the front, formal dining at the back.
Ca n’ Eduardo
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Price: Moderate
Excellent seafood served up from its perch atop Palma’s biggest fish market.
C'an Joan de s'Aigo
07001 Palma de Mallorca
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Price: Budget
A quaint backstreet café that has been serving up delicious ensaïmadas (pastries) since the 1700s.
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Hotels in Palma de Mallorca
Palma has no shortage of hotels, some lovelier than others.
Many are family run and small, especially in the city centre, while bigger resorts are mostly found further out.
Convent de la Missió
07003 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Category: Luxurious
A former convent turned luxury white-painted boutique hotel.
Hotel Bon Sol
07181 Illetas
Spain
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Category: Luxurious
Just outside Palma, the décor is a bit fusty but the service and sea views are second to none.
Petit Palace Hotel Tres
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Category: Moderate
Scandinavia does Spain in a sunny central spot with beautiful views of La Seu.
Hotel de Interior Dalt Murada
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Category: Moderate
A small family-run hotel with huge rooms and a beautiful bougainvillea-filled courtyard.
Hotel Born
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Category: Budget
The décor is a little kitsch but two-star Hotel Born is central and comfortable.
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Nightlife in Palma de Mallorca
If you’re looking for Bacchanalian all-night parties, head to Magaluf – Palma is considerably more sedate.
Nevertheless, the city is awash with chic bars and even the odd nightclub.
Bar Bosch
07012 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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One of Palma’s buzziest bars, Bar Bosch boasts a huge drinks menu and outdoor seating.
Gibson Bar
07001 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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A tiny Palma nightspot popular with the cool crowd.
Costa Galana Lounge Bar
07013 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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Piped jazz, white leather seats and a laid-back atmosphere make this a good place to kick back.
Tito’s
07014 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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The waterfront promenade is lined with clubs, but this one is particularly popular – probably for its three floors, high-end sound system, big-name DJs and sensational lighting concept.
Bar Portixol
07006 Palma de Mallorca
Spain
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If you enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and discreet music, then the bar of the Portixol hotel should be right up your street. Head here after a stroll along C’an Pere Antoni, Palma’s local beach, to take in the view across the bay.
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Calendar of events
Fiesta of Sant Sebastia
January 18 – 26, 2020
Venue: Throughout Palma
It is the most popular festival in Palma. The big day coincides with Palma’s patron saint on 20 January. On the eve of this day, the famous bonfire is lit and several live music events are held throughout the city. The fiesta starts with the Correfoc (fire parades) and continues with barbecues, firework displays and street carnivals. Over the length of the festival, there are also exhibitions being held displaying local handicraft, folklore, and art.
Fiesta of Sant Antoni
The Fiesta of Saint Antoni Abad is an important event in most of the villages around the Part Forana area of Mallorca and it marks the beginning of the winter’s solstice. Saint Antoni is the patron of the animals and the celebration connects with ancient fertility rituals. It starts in the afternoon on 16 January with the burning of bonfires around the villages and goes on for the rest of the night as locals feast on sobrassada (cured sausages), demons and dances.
Semana Santa
April 5 – 13, 2020
Venue: Throughout Palma
La Semana Santa in Mallorca is not only a religious celebration but also a long lived tradition with a strong following in almost every Spanish city. There are processions held every day of the week but the highlights are the Santo Cristo de la Sangre on Thursday and Santo Enterramiento on Friday. During the week-long celebrations, it is also customary to feast on typical Easter products in Mallorca like panades, robiols and crespells.
Dia de Virgen de Carmen (The Virgen del Carmen Festival)
July 5, 2020
Venue: Bay of Palma de Mallorca and all over town
The Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel is the patron saint of seamen and fishermen, so the ideal place to celebrate her festival is by the water. The people decorate the saint’s statue, carry her down to the shore and sail with her out to sea. A parade of fishing boats and the blessing of the boats is as much a part of the festivities as a great firework display.
Copa del Rey (King’s Cup)
Every year, the Bay of Palma witnesses some major nautical action during The King’s Cup or Copa del Rey. As one of the major cruiser class regattas in the Mediterranean, it has become a huge event for sailing enthusiasts. Held at the Real Club Náutico de Palma, the event sees more than a 100 boats competing in the waters each year.
All information subject to change. Please check the dates on the relevant event organizer’s website.
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Telephone
Country code: +34
Mobile telephony and Internet
Since June 2017, EU citizens traveling within the EU, and also in Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein have been able to use their cell phones and surf the Net without incurring any extra charges: In other words, customers pay the same price for phone calls, text messages and data volume as they do at home. Restrictions do apply to the constant use of SIM cards abroad, however, and caps may be set on data packages.
For full details, contact your mobile telephony provider in your country. Travelers using a SIM card from a non-EU state do not benefit from the new arrangement.
Free Internet access via Wi-Fi is possible in many busy tourist spots. When using public Wi-Fi networks, it is a wise precaution to ensure encryption of all passwords, credit card details and banking TANs entered. Use of a VPN app or security software to check the safety of a hotspot is recommended.
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Shopping in Palma de Mallorca
Key Areas
Plaça Major is the hub for shoppers in Palma thanks to its array of quirky independent boutiques and thrice-weekly craft markets. Big-name international and designer brands are clustered along the Avinguda Jaume III, as is El Corte Inglés, the most popular department store in Spain. Just off Avinguda Jaume III is the Passeig des Born, which is home to scores of luxury boutiques.
Markets
Mercat Olivar is the main place for fresh food in Palma, while the nearby Las Ramblas is dotted with flower sellers and craft stalls all week long.
Shopping Centres
The Centro Comercial Porto Pi, is a 2km (1.2-mile) taxi ride from the city centre. Palma’s biggest mall ist he Fan Mallorca Shopping in Coll d’en Rabassa.
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Climate & best time to visit Spain
The Spanish climate varies from region to region, spanning moderate in the north to Mediterranean in the south, and even subtropical on the Canary Islands.
The best times to visit Spain are generally in the spring and the fall, when temperatures are agreeable. In most parts of the country, it is very hot at the height of summer, but sea breezes on the coast keep it bearable; the interior is best avoided in July and August. The climate on the Atlantic coast and in all of Galicia is pleasant even in summer. In winter, you can enjoy winter sports in the Pyrenean Mountains or agreeably warm days on the south and southeast coast, as well as on the Canary Islands.
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Jul | 39 °C | 12 °C | 29 °C | 20 °C | 62 % | 6 mm | 1 | 10.7 h |
Aug | 39 °C | 11 °C | 29 °C | 20 °C | 65 % | 18 mm | 2 | 9.8 h |
Sep | 35 °C | 4 °C | 27 °C | 18 °C | 70 % | 47 mm | 3 | 7.6 h |
Oct | 31 °C | 1 °C | 23 °C | 14 °C | 73 % | 66 mm | 7 | 6.7 h |
Nov | 26 °C | 0 °C | 18 °C | 10 °C | 76 % | 48 mm | 5 | 5.5 h |
Dec | 23 °C | -3 °C | 15 °C | 7 °C | 77 % | 46 mm | 6 | 5.1 h |
year | 39 °C | -4 °C | 21 °C | 12 °C | 70 % | 408 mm | 54 | 7.4 h |
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Visa & Immigration
IATA Travel Centre
The IATA Travel Centre delivers accurate passport, visa and health requirement information at a glance. It is a trusted, centralized source for the latest international travel requirements. The IATA Travel Centre is the most accurate source available because it is based on a comprehensive database used by virtually every airline, and information is gathered from official sources worldwide, such as immigration and police authorities.
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Traveller etiquette
Social Conventions
It is polite in Spain to shake hands in greeting. The usual courtesies should be observed. If you are invited to someone’s home, your host will appreciate a small gift. Flowers are given only on special occasions.
Clothing
Casual dress is appropriate almost everywhere, although some hotels and restaurants require men to wear a jacket and tie; evening dress is only required for particularly formal occasions. Swimwear belongs without exception on the beach.
Smoking
A smoking ban applies in all public institutions, on public transportation, in telephone booths and in rooms containing ATMs, as well as in children’s playgrounds and schoolyards. The smoking ban also applies to all bars, cafés and restaurants. Smoking areas inside bars and restaurants are no longer permitted.
Tipping
Tips are generally included in hotel and restaurant bills. It is nevertheless usual to leave a small tip for the service staff. Porters receive a small sum per item of luggage. The usual amount tipped in restaurants is between 10 and 15 percent. When the waiter brings your change, you leave some as the tip. It is considered extremely rude, however, to leave two- or five-cent pieces. When tipping your taxi driver, simply round up the fare.
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Health
Emergency telephone number: 112
Lyme disease, TBE (tick-borne encephalitis) and leishmaniosis are all diseases which are passed on by ticks and mosquitoes and also occur in Spain. Clothing that covers the skin and insect repellents provide protection.
Hepatitis A and hepatitis B occur all over Spain. A hepatitis A vaccination is generally recommended. Visitors planning an extended stay and close contact with the local population, and generally with children and young people, should also have a hepatitis B vaccination.
Measles and whooping cough occur in Spain. Before traveling to Spain, visitors should definitely check whether their vaccinations are up to date and if necessary, get a booster shot.
Epidemic outbreaks of meningococcal meningitis occur in Spain. Visitors should seek protection by getting a vaccination and avoiding large crowds. Children and young people, in particular, should be vaccinated. According to the latest recommendations, the vaccination applies as required travel vaccination for extended stays for certain groups of people (teenagers, school and university students). Visitors should consult their physician regarding the need for vaccination in the light of recommendations in the country of destination.