Is Mallorca a good day trip?

As Mallorca isn't really large (3,640 sq. km), any place on the island is a feasible day trip destination from Palma. You will be amazed of the variety of places the island has to offer: cute little villages, stunning nature, sunny beaches, beautiful caves, and a handful of authentic experiences.



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It's coves and beaches are exceptional. It's a place full of unique culture and cuisine. And it's well worth the quick flight off the mainland. Mallorca is beautiful all year round, but to enjoy it to the fullest, we recommend a trip anytime between May and November.

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Depending on your objectives, you will find it more interesting visiting Mallorca or Ibiza. Therefore, if you want to party, listen to live music and clubbing, Ibiza is the best place to visit. However, if you want to enjoy Catalan and Mediterranean culture along with cultural sightseeing, visit Mallorca.

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In the process of tourism development, Mallorca has encountered many problems, such as environmental degradation, resource depletion and deteriorating relations between tourists and residents. These issues can also easily happen to developing islands if there is no adoption of correct measures.

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As one of Spain's Balearic Islands, Majorca has a typical Mediterranean climate with lots of heat in the summer and mild, stormy weather in the winter. The best time to go to Majorca is in the summer months from June to September.

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Mallorca is a safe place for tourists. Still, it's a good idea to use your common sense by keeping your money and credit cards out of sight at the beach or in your rental car.

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Mallorca offers excellent hiking and walking opportunities, and the months between October and May provide the perfect weather conditions for hikers keen to explore Mallorca's varied and spectacularly scenic terrain.

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Mallorca offers tons to see and do on the cheap, from sandy beaches and inviting markets to impressive natural features and historical sites on a fun-filled Mediterranean island. With such a diverse array of affordable activities, your trip to Mallorca can be packed full of fun while staying on budget.

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The 15 best places to visit on Mallorca
  • Banyalbufar. ...
  • Deià ...
  • Valldemossa. ...
  • Santanyí ...
  • Portocolom. ...
  • Orient. ...
  • Fornalutx. ...
  • San Telmo. Where the mountains meet the sea, less than ten minutes west of Puerto Andratx, you'll find San Telmo, or Sant Elm, a simple fishing village where the fishermen's houses line the sea's edge.


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Barcelona is directly connected to Mallorca by plane and ferry. RyanAir offers several daily 1-hour flights. But if you prefer to go by ferry, you can take an afternoon or overnight sailing. Ferries depart Barcelona at 1:00 pm and 10:00 pm, arriving in Palma (Mallorca's main port city) 7.5 hours later.

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Areas to avoid If you're after something more relaxed, do stay away from Magaluf and Palma Nova as these places are where you'll find a lot of the 18-30's groups, along with English-style pubs, a big drinking culture and all-night parties. They are also jam-packed during the peak tourism months of July and August.

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A dazzling harbor city in the Balearics, Palma de Mallorca makes for the perfect compact city break with beautiful, sunny weather most of the year round, plenty of architectural and historical sights, as well as healthy doses of shopping, food, and art too.

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Safety and security
  • Terrorism in Spain. Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Spain. ...
  • Protecting your belongings. Most visits to Spain are trouble-free, but be alert to street crime. ...
  • Vehicle crime. ...
  • Attacks and sexual assault. ...
  • Drink and food spiking. ...
  • Scams. ...
  • Timeshare and holiday clubs. ...
  • Personal ID.


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A Broader Perspective. Looking at the last twelve months, the Balearic Islands have averaged 66 crimes per thousand inhabitants. By comparison, Mallorca's rate stands at 65.7, Ibiza at 81.7, Menorca at 44.3, and Formentera at nearly 56 crimes per thousand inhabitants.

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