This plan mixes Palma’s historic streets with Mallorca’s coast and mountain scenery, with something to enjoy for both a teenager and adults. Each day stays within one main area to keep travel manageable; times between stops are approximate and assume walking or a short taxi ride.
Budget
About €220–€350 per person for activities, local transport and casual meals, excluding accommodation and flights. Add more if using taxis frequently.
Best time to visit
May–June or September–October for warm weather and fewer crowds; July and August are hotter and busier.
Palma Old Town
Discover Palma’s landmark sights, then enjoy the old town’s lively streets and a relaxed evening nearby.
Morning
Visit Palma Cathedral
Explore La Seu and take in its striking Gothic interior. It’s about a 5-minute walk to the next stop.
About €10Morning
Explore the Royal Palace of La Almudaina
Tour the historic palace beside the cathedral; allow time for its courtyards and views. It’s around a 10-minute walk to the next stop.
About €7Morning
Wander
Stroll Palma’s elegant central avenue, lined with shops and cafés, before finding lunch in the old town.
Afternoon
Browse and the old-town lanes
Explore the square and nearby streets at an easy pace. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the next stop.
Afternoon
Visit
See a compact collection of modern and contemporary art in a handsome old-town building.
Evening
Dinner at
Choose from the market’s food counters for a casual dinner with options to suit different tastes. It’s about a 10-minute walk from .
About €15–€25
Palma’s west side and waterfront
Pair a green escape and a hilltop castle with an easy evening along Palma’s waterfront.
Morning
Walk through
Enjoy the shady gardens just below the palace walls, a gentle start to the day. It’s roughly a 15-minute walk to the next stop.
Morning
Visit
See the unusual circular castle and its city views; take a taxi uphill from the gardens in about 10–15 minutes, or allow around 30 minutes on foot.
About €4Afternoon
Relax at
Head about 10–15 minutes by taxi from Bellver for a swim and beach break. Check local conditions before swimming.
Evening
Stroll the Port of Palma
Return to the waterfront for a gentle promenade and dinner nearby; the taxi from usually takes around 10–15 minutes.
Sóller and Port de Sóller
Spend the day in the Tramuntana foothills, linking Sóller’s town centre with its scenic harbour.
Morning
Ride the historic train to Sóller
Travel from Palma aboard the Tren de Sóller, a memorable journey through the island’s inland scenery; the ride takes about an hour.
About About €25–€30 returnMorning
Explore Plaça de la Constitució
See Sóller’s central square and Sant Bartomeu church, then pick up a snack or lunch nearby. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the next stop.
Afternoon
Take the tram to
Ride the vintage tram from Sóller to the waterfront in about 15–20 minutes, then enjoy the bay and beach.
About About €8 each wayEvening
Dinner on
Choose a waterfront restaurant along the harbour promenade, then return to Palma by tram and train; allow roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes for the journey.
About €20–€35
Valldemossa and the Tramuntana
Finish with mountain-village charm, pretty stone lanes, and time to linger over a local treat.
Morning
Explore
Travel from Palma by bus or taxi in about 30–40 minutes, then wander the village’s narrow lanes and flower-filled façades.
Morning
Visit the Royal Carthusian Monastery
See the monastery’s historic rooms and gardens in the heart of the village. It’s about a 5-minute walk from the main lanes.
About About €12Afternoon
Try coca de patata at
Take a break at this traditional bakery for ’s well-known sweet bun; it’s about a 5-minute walk from the monastery.
About €3–€8Afternoon
Enjoy a final village stroll
Browse the local shops and viewpoints before heading back to Palma; allow about 30–40 minutes by bus or taxi.
Evening
Have a farewell dinner in Palma
Return to Palma and choose dinner in the old town, around a 10-minute walk from . Reserve ahead during busy months.
About €20–€35
Good to know
Getting around
Palma is easy to explore on foot. For Sóller and , check seasonal transport timetables in advance; a hire car or taxi offers more flexibility.
Beach safety
Check the day’s flag and sea conditions before swimming, and bring water, sun protection and footwear for hot sand or rocky sections.
Bookings
Check current opening days, admission prices and train or tram availability before setting out, especially in the quieter season.
Family pace
Keep some unscheduled time for swims, snacks and rest. The old town’s cobbled lanes and the hill up to Bellver can be tiring in the heat.