What are the best things to do in Palma?
Top picks in Palma include Palma Cathedral, Royal Palace of La Almudaina, Museum of Mallorca. See the full list and itinerary on this Palma travel guide.
Why visit Palma
Travel guide for Palma, Spain — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Palma is a stop in Spain, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Palma Cathedral, Royal Palace of La Almudaina, Museum of Mallorca instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 80–180 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Palma
1
Palma Cathedral
2
Royal Palace of La Almudaina
3
Museum of Mallorca
Plan your trip
Palma itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Palma Cathedral
- Visit Royal Palace of La Almudaina
- Visit Museum of Mallorca
- Eat at La Cuadra del Maño
Budget
Palma trip cost
Budget
USD 35–60
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 80–180
per person / day
Luxury
USD 205–340+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Palma, Spain. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Palma
Estimated total (USD)
$2,565
≈ $1,283 per person · $366 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $130/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Palma mid-range ground costs (budget 35–60 · mid 80–180 · luxury 205–340+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
La Cuadra del Maño
Es Badulake
Ca n'Ela Vegan Restaurant
A Estribor
Casa Julio
Es Raconet
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Isla Mallorca
Hotel Artmadams
Hotel Palladium
Sant Jaume Design Hotel
Linda Hotel
Nightlife
- Abaco
Museums & culture
- Palma Cathedral
- Royal Palace of La Almudaina
- Museum of Mallorca
In pictures
Palma gallery
Photos: Thomas Wolf, www.foto-tw.de, Friedrich Haag, Ladislaus Hoffner, Zyance, José Luis Filpo Cabana, Georg-hessen — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Palma travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Palma?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Palma?
Plan at least 1 days in Palma for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Palma?
Popular stays in Palma include Hotel Isla Mallorca, Hotel Artmadams, Hotel Palladium. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Palma cost?
On the ground in Palma (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 35–60 per person per day, mid-range about 80–180, and luxury about 205–340+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Palma, Spain. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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