Are shops closed on Sunday in Mallorca?

Palma's main shopping areas are open to the public on Sundays and public holidays. The city offers you the opportunity to enjoy a day's shopping in its streets and avenues, rounded off with visits to cultural centres, museums, bars and restaurants.



In 2026, Sunday shopping in Mallorca follows a specific regulatory schedule approved by the Balearic Islands' Advisory Commission. While many traditional and rural shops remain closed on Sundays, the local government has authorized ten specific Sundays and public holidays for general shop openings throughout 2026 to boost tourism. These include dates like January 18, March 8, and various Sundays in December. However, in major tourist hubs like Palma, shops in designated "high-tourist areas" (such as the city center and seafront) are often permitted to open every Sunday between March and October. Smaller local "convenience" shops and bakeries generally have more flexibility to open on Sundays year-round compared to large department stores.

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