The island of Majorca is an extremely popular tourist destination. If you're planning a trip, browse our suggestions below to get an idea of the diverse range of activities and attractions Majorca offers.
Hit the Beach
The beaches in Majorca are amazing. A wide variety of beaches are available, from powder soft sand beside clear warm seawater, to more rugged beaches backed by pines.
Some of the best beaches in Majorca to visit include Es Trenc in the south, where you can relax on a slice of paradise, Cala Mondrago in the southeast, where you can go snorkeling, and Cala Mesquida in the northeast. If you enjoy surfing and are heading to the northeast, make sure you visit Cala Mesquida.
Explore Palma
Palma de Mallorca is the capital and largest city in Majorca. Its beautiful architecture is worth seeing, including Bellver Castle, which has a fantastic view of Palma, the Almudaina Palace, which is open to visitors most days of the week, the Arabic baths in the city's medieval quarter, and the unforgettable Gothic cathedral.
Many bustling local markets occur daily, including craft, flea, and fresh produce markets. At the end of the day, why not try some of the local cuisine? Majorca is famous for paella, seafood, and sobrassada spicy sausage, as well as its locally produced wine.
See the Sights
Majorca is filled with places to see and explore. There are rural villages such as Deia, a picturesque town with stone houses and terracotta roofs. Valldemosa, the highest village in Majorca, is also located in the Tramuntana mountain range.
If you are in the area, why not take a trip around the surrounding Serra de Tramuntana, which also offers some great hiking opportunities? To see more of Majorca's mountains, visit Puig Major, the highest peak on the island.
For more natural sites, visit the Caves del Drach, the largest underwater lake in the world. Here you can see some impressive stalagmites and stalactites.
Sport
You are spoiled for choice when it comes to sport in Majorca. Majorca has some superior golf courses to play on if you are a golf enthusiast.
If cycling is more your style, Majorca's diverse mix of rolling hills and flat terrain makes it a perfect location for beginners, novices, and experts.
As well as cycling tracks, there are some interesting walking paths and hiking routes. You can explore the coast or mountainous ranges and take in the surrounding views at your own pace.
There is an array of water sports to try, including wakeboarding and water skiing. Both of these activities are easy to learn, so you don't need to worry about taking many lessons before you can start having fun.
We hope these suggestions inspired you to start planning your trip to Majorca today.
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Joanne joseph says
Hmmm, you have given me one more place to put on my wish list.
Charles Rahm says
And once you're done with Mallorca you can continue with its two smaller siblings. :-)
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Nina says
Nice post. Thanks for sharing and helping others, who are planning to go to Majorca. Keep updating.