Historic bakery and café famous for ensaimadas, hot chocolate and local pastries — great first taste of Mallorca; typically opens early (around 8:00am).
Stroll narrow lanes, plazas and the elegant tree-lined Passeig del Born to get oriented and see Palma’s architecture and shops; free and flexible, morning light is ideal.
Palma’s spectacular Gothic cathedral overlooking the sea — visit the interior and rooftop spaces for views; typical opening hours are ~10:00–18:00 but confirm seasonally.
Royal palace next to the cathedral with historic rooms and terraces explaining Mallorca’s medieval royal history; usually open mid-morning to late afternoon — check times.
Bustling central market with stalls serving fresh seafood, tapas and local dishes — excellent for a relaxed, varied lunch; food stalls open roughly 10:00–15:00.
Modern Mediterranean tasting menu from a Michelin-starred kitchen — ideal for a special first-night dinner; dinner service typically 19:30–22:30 and reservations are recommended.
Grab coffee and a light bite, collect your rental car in Palma and set out northwest early to beat afternoon crowds and make the most of the Tramuntana drive.
Charming mountain village with the famous monastery where Chopin stayed; recommended hours about 9:30–18:00 — enjoy the gardens and rooms for history and views.
Deià’s cliffside seafood restaurants offer outstanding views and fresh fish; many spots open for lunch around 12:30–15:00 — reservations recommended for cliffside tables.
Son Marroig offers sweeping coastal panoramas and a historic house; check opening hours (often limited in low season) or take a leisurely drink in Deià village.
If you prefer the classic experience, take the heritage wooden train from Palma to Sóller (check timetable and seasonal service); otherwise drive and enjoy mountain scenery.
If sea conditions and season permit, take a short boat excursion to Sa Calobra and the dramatic Torrent de Pareis gorge; trips often run spring–autumn, so confirm availability.
Return to Palma for a wider dinner choice or dine in Sóller at a traditional Mallorcan restaurant to enjoy local specialties such as tumbet and sobrassada.
Leave early for the scenic drive to the Formentor lighthouse to avoid buses and get clear morning light; the lighthouse viewpoint and cliffs are free to visit and best at sunrise.
One of Mallorca’s most famous beaches with turquoise water and pines — ideal for a morning dip or photo stop; no lifeguard in low season, and facilities vary.
Walk the medieval walls, narrow streets and Roman ruins in the Alcúdia area to soak in history and local shops; many sites open late morning to evening.
If you prefer fine dining, Béns d'Avall (reservation recommended) has cliffside views; alternatively try a local harbour restaurant for fresh fish and tapas.
Wide sandy beaches with shallow water perfect for relaxing — facilities and cafés typically open through the afternoon; a good downtime counterpart to mountain touring.
Early breakfast and drive along the east coast to Porto Cristo to arrive at the caves when the morning shows begin; travel time depends on start point (~1–1.5h).
Famous underground cave complex with an atmospheric classical-music boat concert on Lake Martel; public visiting hours include several set showtimes (check and book in advance).
Choose a relaxed beach stop on the east coast — Cala Millor is organized with facilities, while Cala Varques is wilder and requires a short walk (check access and parking).
Start early to reach Es Trenc, Mallorca’s iconic natural beach with long white sand stretches and turquoise water; parking and facilities are limited outside the high-season kiosks.
Enjoy a morning of beach walking, swimming and photography — Es Trenc is a protected natural area so keep it clean and note there are limited services in low season.
See the salt pans and coastal wetlands (good for birdwatching) or head to Santanyí’s pretty town centre for galleries and handicrafts; confirm access to protected areas beforehand.
Explore cobbled streets, local artisan shops and cafés; Santanyí has a charming small-town feel and occasional markets (market days vary — check local schedule).
Allow ample time for the return drive (approx. 45–60+ minutes to Palma, longer to the airport depending on traffic) and for rental car drop-off if required.
Celebrate your Mallorca loop with a relaxed tapas crawl in Palma’s old town or a final meal at a beachfront restaurant — many places remain open in the evening (20:00–23:00).