Are you planning a trip to a sunny destination soon? We have the ultimate tip for you. Plan your next city trip to the Spanish Palma de Mallorca! The perfect destination for a sun, sea, and beach city trip. Although this is an island, the city center also has a very urban atmosphere. It is the perfect combination of a beach holiday and a city trip.
Mallorca attractions Cathedral
You can enjoy the warm sun rays all year round, perfect if you want to escape the cold Netherlands for a while.
Visit one of the many special Palma de Mallorca attractions, take a walk through the beautiful nature, or explore the island by bike! There is something for everyone.
Flights to Palma de Mallorca
An average direct flight to Mallorca from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes. From Schiphol, airline Transavia offers daily direct flights. You can also choose to book a flight with a stopover. This will then take place in Barcelona or Madrid. However, these are more expensive than a direct flight to Mallorca. So there are few advantages to them. In this case, it is certainly the best choice to book a direct flight to Mallorca.
You can fly round trip to Palma de Mallorca from as little as 65 euros. You usually find this price if you book about 3 months in advance. On average, the prices for a round trip to Mallorca are between 100 and 120 euros.
Best time to visit Palma de Mallorca
A city trip to Mallorca is actually always a good idea. It depends a bit on what you want to do there and which period suits it. The low season in Mallorca is from early October to late March. During this period, it is less warm than during the high season.
The high season in Mallorca is from early April to late September. These months are considered the high season because you can enjoy the highest temperatures during these months. Do you want guaranteed nice weather during your city trip to Mallorca? Then plan it during this period. If you are going for a very active holiday, such as a hiking or cycling holiday, you can also plan your trip outside this period.
Road tripping in Mallorca
You can undertake many different activities in Mallorca during your city trip. One of these activities is taking a road trip. A one-day road trip or several days? This versatile island offers both options. A day trip along the coast of Mallorca is definitely recommended. You will drive past beautiful bays, beaches, and mountains and can enjoy the beautiful view. Along the way, you will also pass many picturesque villages and old churches.
The nicest village in Mallorca: Valldemossa
The route you will take during your road trip will also bring you to Valldemossa. This is a hidden gem, deep within the hilly landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana. You are here in the middle of nature, yet also in the city. This village shows well how authentic Mallorca used to be. The friendly locals are happy to welcome you and let you taste one of the many local specialties. The colorful houses in the narrow streets, the many cafes and restaurants, and the vibrant flora make this village extra cozy. The village is also on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Discover the most beautiful bay of Mallorca
Your city trip to Mallorca is not complete without a visit to the beautiful bays the island has to offer. Cala d’Or is by far the most beautiful bay on the island. With its white sandy beach and azure blue sea water, this is the place to be. Traveling with your partner? Then this is absolutely the place where you can have a very romantic date. The adjacent bays are also very beautiful to see. Cala Esmeralda, Cala Ferreras, Cala Gran, Cala Serena, and Cala Ego are all close to each other. Here you can also snorkel and do other water sports!
Take a bike tour during your city trip to Mallorca
Are you someone who likes to do active things on vacation? Then a bike tour is definitely for you. Exploring the island of Mallorca by bike is really a fun way to discover the surroundings while enjoying the warm sun rays.
We organize various bike tours in Mallorca. Among others, you have the Palma de Mallorca Bike Tour Highlights, a bike tour with a private guide, a foodie bike tour, and you can also choose to rent a bike yourself and explore the surroundings on your own.
Cycling through Mallorca is very safe. It is a quiet island with many bike paths and roads where there is not much traffic. The tours we offer are organized by Dutch, German, and English-speaking guides. This way, you can ask all your questions in your own language during your bike tour.
Discover Mallorca with your family by bike
Mallorca is a very child-friendly destination. There are many child-friendly activities you can do there. Cycling on the island is also very doable with children. You can choose to have a child seat placed on your bike so you can take your child with you on the back. There are also bikes available for children between 8 and 12 years old, and they are provided with a helmet.
Baja Bikes Mallorca Bike Tour: the Highlights
Have you never been to Mallorca and would you like to discover more of the island? Then the Baja Bikes Mallorca Bike Tour Highlights is a good first step. You can always rent a bike yourself later and explore the places you liked most during the tour again. But it is definitely advisable to first go out with a guide.
During the Baja Bikes Mallorca Bike Tour Highlights, you will visit a dozen highlights of Mallorca. You will cycle past:
- The Cathedral of Palma
- The Palace of Almudaina
- The Old City Wall
- Plaza Mayor
- Plaza de España
- La Rambla.
The experienced guide from Baja Bikes will also tell you all the ins and outs about these attractions. This way, you can combine an active bike tour with gaining cultural knowledge.
Palma de Mallorca Bike Tour with Tapas
Cycling is a fun activity, but you can always make it even more fun. Choose the Palma de Mallorca Bike Tour with Tapas. Now you will not only discover cool attractions but also enjoy various tapas. The bike tour lasts about 3.5 to 4 hours.
During this bike tour, you will cycle past the same attractions as the Baja Bikes Mallorca Bike Tour Highlights. However, during this tour, you will combine the ride with 3 delicious tapas and a drink.
All in all, Mallorca is a top destination to visit during your city trip. It is the perfect combination of city, beach, and nature. With just under an hour and a half flight, you are already at the airport of Mallorca. There are daily direct flights available from both Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Airport. Flights, if booked in time, are also not very expensive. And year-round sun and nice weather, that doesn’t sound bad, does it?
Mallorca really should be on your city trip list. And don’t forget to do a bike tour. It is secretly the most fun activity on this island!