Palma de Mallorca

Jewel of the Balearic Isles

Majorca is not just for sun, sand, sea and sex, and Palma de Majorca offers a history and culture much deeper than that of the nearby party beaches to the south of the capital. The origins of the city date back to the times of the Romans and it prospered in the 13th and 14th centuries when it was the capital of the Kingdom of Majorca and part of the Crown of Aragon.

As a busy port-city and capital of Balearic Islands, Palma has a lot to offer from cafés and museums to shopping and bars. The impressive cathedral at the heart of the city is sure to stand out, as are the busy and crowded streets. Although the city is located on the southern coast of Majorca, it doesn’t have a beach as such – but there are plenty of beaches within a short ride from Palma and pretty much anywhere on the island can be visited within a couple of hours drive.