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Best things to do in Majorca

The biggest Balearic Island packs a punch when it comes to things to do. Here are a few of our faves.

Majorca is more than 45 miles long and 60 miles wide, and it’s fair to say there’s lots to do wherever you choose to stay. Stay on the island’s south coast and you’ll get easy access to the island’s coastal capital – Palma – where you can flip the switch between shopping sprees at huge shopping centres and sightseeing trips to iconic spots like Palma Cathedral. Up on the island’s north coast, Alcudia lines up plenty of activities for families, including glass-bottom boat trips and waterparks. Ready to start planning your getaway? Read on for all the top things to do in Majorca...

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Catch the Soller Train

The Soller Train has cemented itself as one of the island’s best-loved attractions. It was originally used to ferry citrus fruit from the Soller Valley to Palma. These days, the train’s fruit-ferrying days are all in the past, but it still makes the journey from Palma to Soller a few times a day. You can hop on board beside Palma’s main bus station, and take off through the Tramuntana Mountains to Soller’s Art Deco station. The journey takes around an hour, and once you’re there you can jump off to look around the cobblestone old town or pick up some souvenirs from the independent boutiques that line the waterfront, before catching the train back to the capital.
Couple riding the Soller train.

Visit Valldemossa

Listen, we love a sandy beach as much as the next person, but we reckon Majorca’s countryside deserves more coverage – the island’s interior shapes up just as nicely as its coast. If you fancy a taste of countryside life, head to Valldemossa – it’s only a 20-minute drive from Palma, but it feels worlds away from the buzz of the big city. The village perches between the Tramuntana Mountains, and while you’re here you can visit a former royal residence and stroll along cute cobblestone streets. Oh, and don’t forget to pop into a bakery to pick up some cocas de patatas AKA potato cakes. These tasty treats date back to more than 100 years ago when a local baker first made them in the village.
View over mountain town of Valldemossa.

Step inside the island’s coastal caves

The Balearic Islands’ coastlines are peppered with pretty caves and the story’s no different in Majorca. Drach Caves, on the island’s east coast, are its most famous set and they’re also one of the largest in Europe. Inside, the stalactites and stalagmites – geological formations that are made due to the erosive effects of water and wind – are lit up with lights so you can see the formations in detail as you stroll through. Further inside the Drach Caves, there’s a huge cavern filled with water, where a boat plays a classical concert from a speaker – let’s just say the acoustics are pretty impressive. To continue your cave adventure, you can take a five-minute drive inland to the Hams Caves. This set of caves are almost five times shorter than the Drach Caves, so it’s a little easier to explore if you’ve got little ones in tow.
View Inside of the Drach Caves.

Pay a visit to Palma Cathedral

If you ask us, Palma Cathedral has to be on the agenda if you’re visiting the capital. It’s known as the ‘Cathedral of Light’, thanks to more than 60 stained-glass windows that flood the building with sunlight. Our top tip? Don’t go it alone! Head here on a guided tour to learn about the paintings, statues and stained-glass windows that decorate the building from floor to ceiling. And, don’t forget there’s also a rooftop terrace that you can head to for an aerial shot of the city.
Upwards shot of Palma Cathedral.

Buy local at a market

Majorca’s markets are pretty legendary, and you can find one on almost every corner of the island. On the northeast coast, Puerto Pollensa’s market takes place every Wednesday morning in the town’s main square. Just make sure you’ve got your shopping bags at the ready – you can pick up everything from fresh fruit to flowers and jewellery to handicraft souvenirs here. In the centre of the island, Inca’s Thursday market is one of the biggest and it’s most famous for its footwear and leathergoods. Meanwhile, on the south coast, the village of Son Ferrer hosts a market every Friday with everything from clothing to crafts on the line-up.
People shopping at Inca Market in front of a historic castle.

Take off on a boat trip

The calm-and-clear Mediterranean waters surrounding Majorca are perfect for a boat trip. The best bit is, there are lots of ports dotted around the island, so wherever you’re staying you’ll never have too far to travel to hop on board. On the north coast, Alcudia’s the jumping off point for family-friendly boat trips, including the likes of pirate-themed sailings and glass-bottom boat tours. You can take off on a catamaran to explore the island’s caves from the southeast coast, and set sail to watch the sunset from Santa Ponsa on the west coast.
Person diving off a boat.

Go wine tasting

Majorca’s made a name for itself on Spain’s wine scene in recent years, with vineyards popping up right across the island’s countryside. You can taste it for yourself on a trip to a winery, including the family-run Bodega Ramanya which is less than 20-minute drive from Palma. Visit here and you’ll see how local wine is produced, before sitting down for a tasting session. Local nibbles are part of the deal, too.
Group of friends wine tasting.

Ride the slides at Aqualand

Looking for a waterpark? This spot in El Arenal – near Palma – is one of the island’s best-rated spots. Days out here line up high-speed rides on the kamikaze slides and races down the Anaconda – a pair of slides that tangle around one another. If you’d rather take things a little slower, you’ve got a lazy river and plenty of space to lie down on a lounger. If you’re not staying nearby, opt for a ticket with a transfer to and from your hotel.
Two people in a rubber ring at a waterpark.
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Author: Karl Taylor

Last updated: 27.02.2026

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