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Explore Mallorca like a local.

Beaches, markets, restaurants, transport and seasonal tips curated by independent islanders.

Best zones to stay

Best zones to stay

Choose the area that fits your holiday style and logistics.

Palma

Palma

Best base for short stays, nightlife, restaurants and no-car trips.

Best for
cityrestaurantsshoppingnightlifecultureurban beaches
Main towns

Palma, Old Town, Santa Catalina, Portixol, Cala Major

Transport

EMT Palma + walking + taxis

North Mallorca

North Mallorca

Best for families, long sandy beaches and active holidays.

Best for
familieslong beachesFormentorcyclingboat trips
Main towns

Alcúdia, Port de Pollença, Pollença, Can Picafort, Playa de Muro

Transport

TIB from Palma / airport routes in season

East Mallorca

East Mallorca

Best zone for calas, but parking can be difficult in summer.

Best for
covessnorkelingfamily resortsboat routeshidden beaches
Main towns

Cala Ratjada, Cala Millor, Porto Cristo, Cala d'Or, Santanyí

Transport

TIB from Palma/airport; car recommended for small coves

South Mallorca

South Mallorca

Good for beach days and natural sandy coastline. Es Trenc parking should be planned.

Best for
Es Trencwhite sandboat daysbeach clubssunsets
Main towns

Llucmajor, Campos, Sa Ràpita, Colònia de Sant Jordi, Ses Salines

Transport

TIB to main towns; car or boat for hidden beaches

West Mallorca / Tramuntana

West Mallorca / Tramuntana

Best for scenic Mallorca. Roads are beautiful but slow and curvy.

Best for
mountainsviewsromantic routeshikingpremium restaurants
Main towns

Andratx, Sant Elm, Valldemossa, Deià, Sóller, Port de Sóller

Transport

TIB possible to main villages; car or guided route useful

Calvià / Southwest

Calvià / Southwest

Good for summer plans, nightlife, beaches and WhatsApp-based bookings.

Best for
beach clubsgroupsnightlifeboat daysprivate services
Main towns

Magaluf, Palmanova, Santa Ponça, Peguera, Portals Nous, Port d’Andratx

Transport

TIB and taxis; car useful for beaches and viewpoints

Markets by day

Markets by day

Rotating weekly markets with local produce, crafts and street food.

Top picks for visitors

Most markets in Mallorca start early (around 08:30) and pack up by 13:30. These are the ones we recommend most for overall atmosphere and location.

Sineu (Wednesday)
Inca (Thursday)
Santanyi (Wednesday / Saturday)
Pollenca (Sunday)
Alcudia (Tuesday / Sunday)
Santa Maria del Cami (Sunday)
Arta (Tuesday)
Consell Flea Market (Sunday)
Tip: Arrive before 10:00 to avoid parking issues and peak heat in July/August.
Seasonal planning

Plan Mallorca by month

Weather, water temperatures and the best type of travel for every month of the year.

January

low season

Beach note: Not recommended for swimming, good for walks

Best for
culturevillageslocal foodhiking

Planning tip: Some coastal restaurants, beach clubs and boat activities may be closed.

February

low season

Beach note: Visual/coastal walks, not main beach season

Best for
almond blossomhikingcyclingvillages

Planning tip: Check opening days for restaurants outside Palma.

March

spring mid season

Beach note: Possible sunny beach days, water still cold

Best for
cyclinghikingculturemarkets

Planning tip: Weather can change quickly.

April

spring mid high

Beach note: Good for sunbathing on warm days, swimming depends on weather

Best for
outdoorcyclinghikingbeach walks

Planning tip: Easter weeks can be busy.

May

pre summer high

good beach month, less crowded than summer

Best for
beachboatcyclingvillages

Book premium restaurants and boat activities in advance.

June

summer high

excellent

Best for
beachboatnightlifebeach clubs

Avoid driving into small coves late morning; parking fills quickly.

July

peak summer

excellent but crowded

Best for
beachboatnightlifepremium experiences

Heat, traffic, parking problems and crowded coves.

August

peak summer

excellent but maximum crowding

Best for
beachboatnightlifeevents

Book everything in advance.

September

late summer high

excellent, sea still warm

Best for
beachboatrestaurantscouples

Storms can appear, especially late September.

October

autumn mid high

possible but weather-dependent

Best for
cyclinghikingculturefood

Some seasonal businesses begin to close.

November

low season

coastal walks, not beach season

Best for
local Mallorcagastronomymarketshiking

More rain and fewer coastal services.

December

low season christmas

not beach season

Best for
Christmas marketsPalma lightslocal foodvillages

Check holiday schedules.

Getting around

Transport guide

EMT Palma

Inside Palma, Airport to Palma centre, Airport to S'Arenal, Port to centre, Urban beaches. Perfect for city stays and urban beach days.

A1Airport - Palma city centre
A2Airport - S'Arenal
1Port - Palma city centre
Official Timetables

TIB Mallorca

Inter-urban buses, trains and metro connecting Palma to the rest of Mallorca. Credit card "tap and go" is the best way to pay.

Direct Airport Routes (A-Lines)
A11Airport - Peguera / Camp de Mar
A32Airport - Can Picafort / Playa de Muro / Alcudia
A33Airport - Port d'Alcudia
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