Mallorca Bucket List: The Ultimate Guide for your Trip

Planning a trip to Mallorca? Ensure you don’t overlook any of the must-see attractions and activities with this curated Mallorca bucket list. Whether you’re a beach lover, outdoor adventurer, history enthusiast, or a food and drinks connoisseur, this list is tailored for you.

Discover all the essential sights and experiences to make the most of your visit with this Mallorca bucket list.

Historical and Cultural Landmarks

Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma: Admire this wonder of Gothic architecture dating back to the 13th century.
Royal Palace of the Almudaina in Palma: Visit the official residence of the Kings of Spain in Mallorca, a jewel of the Levantine Gothic architecture.
Bellver Castle in Palma: Go up to the terraces of this circular 14th-century fortress from where you will enjoy a unique 360-degree panoramic view of the city.
Royal Charterhouse in Valldemossa: Visit the cell where Chopin lived for a while in this 14th century monastery of Carthusian monks.
Alcudia Old Town: Stroll the charming narrow streets of the only Spanish town that keeps its full medieval wall dating back to the 14th century.
The 365 Calvary Steps: Climb the steps leading to the historic El Calvario Church in Pollensa.
Capdepera Castle: Visit this castle on top of a hill in Capdepera and try to spot from the top the island of Menorca.
The Roman City of Pollensa: Explore the remains of ancient 2000 year-old Roman residences, a Forum, and an Amphitheater.
Deiá: Walk the narrow streets of this bohemian town and refuge for artists, writers, and painters. Look for the house where Robert Graves lived and wrote I, Claudius.

Beaches

Cala Major, 15 minutes west of Palma, a Blue Flag Beach awarded in 2023.
Playa de Muro, the longest in Mallorca (6 km), in the town of Muro, close to Port d’Alcudia (northeast of the island). A Blue Flag Beach awarded in 2023.
Can Picafort, a beach and touristic resort in the Alcudia Bay, 50 km northeast of Palma. A Blue Flag Beach 2023.
Formentor Beach, one of the most hidden and idyllic 2023 Blue Flag awarded beaches. It’s located at 10 km of the port of Pollensa (northeast of Mallorca).
Es Trenc, known as the “Caribbean” beach of Mallorca because of its white sand and crystal-clear turquoise color waters,
Cala Pi, a golden sand and rocky cove, surrounded by a pine forest and two cliffs over 20 m high. It’s located south of Mallorca, 40 minutes by car from Palma.
Cala Mesquida, in Capdepera (northeast of Mallorca), a sandy cove with clear waters. It has an assignated area for nudists.

Adventure Activities

Go Hiking through the Serra de Tramuntana: Take the route most suitable according to your experience and time.
Cuevas del Drach: Explore these millions-of-years-old underground caves.
Go birdwatching at La Albufera National Park, the biggest wetland in Mallorca.
Visit Sa Dragonera Island and look for the small protected Mallorcan dragons.
Go snorkeling to Sa Dragonera or Cala Varques.
Experience parasailing in Playa del Arenal in Palma.

Cultural Experiences

Visit the Mercat de Santa Catalina, the oldest gastronomical market in Palma.
Explore the traditional markets in Alcudia.
Board a vintage wooden tram in Sóller.

Eating and Drinking

Try an ensaimada, a popular Mallorcan pastry since 17th century.
Enjoy an arrós brut (“dirty rice”), made with minced liver and spices.
Drink a cup of palo mallorquín, a traditional liqueur with medicinal plants.
Savor a calimandria, a mixture of palo mallorquín with Bitter drink and ice.

Nightlife

Visit a bar in La Lonja, Palma
Take a drink at a chiringuito in Palma Nova
Party in Magaluf

Souvenirs

A box of ensaimadas
A bottle of Angel d’or Liqueur, made of Mallorcan oranges
Siurells de fang (hand painted ceramic figurines)
Sobrasada (Mallorcan sausage)

Before You Go…

I suggest you check this Mallorca Travel Guide, where you will find detailed itineraries to accommodate your time on the island. Also, find full information on beaches, nightlife, outdoor activities, as well as a list of the best tours and hotels in Mallorca.