Palma de Mallorca

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Shopping in Palma de Mallorca

El Corte Inglés department stores
El Corte Inglés is the largest department store chain in Spain and there are two large El Corte Inglés departments stores in Palma located at Avda. d'Alexandre Rosselló which is near the train station and the other at Avda. Jaime III, which starts at the Northern end of Passeig des Born.

Porto Pi shopping center
Porto Pi shopping center lies Southwest of Palma centrum near Cala Mayor, next to the main road Avinguda Gabriel Roca. You can find lots of stores here and if you are staying in one of the resorts Southwest of Palma (Palma Nova, Magaluf, Illetas, Portals Nous...) then it is only a short busride away.

Restaurants in Palma de Mallorca

Bon Lloc (Vegetarian food)

Bon Lloc is Palma's first vegetarian restaurant. Bon Lloc is nowdays very popular and it is almost always full. The restaurant is not a la carte restaurant but instead Bon Lloc is ofering daily set menus inspired by the variety of fresh seasonal products available at the market. The menu consists of three dishes and a dessert and it costs around 13.50€ per person. Bon Lloc is open from Monday to Saturday during the lunch hours only from 13.00 to 16.00. Bon Lloc is located in the historical quarter of Palma de Mallorca.

Sant Feliu, 7
Palma de Mallorca

Can Eduardo (Mallorcan seafood)

Can Eduardo is a Mallorcan seafood restaurant which is serving fresh fish and seafood from the market. At Can Eduardo you can enjoy for example such delicacies as lobster paellas and stews .The restaurant is located in the harbor of Palma de Mallorca and has a view to the Cathedral La Seu and from the terrace of the restaurant to the Bellver Castle. The average price range is around 30-40€ per person.

Industria Pesquera 4, Es Mollet
07012 Palma de Mallorca

Baisakhi (Indian cuisine)

Baisakhi is an Indian restaurant which is offering the customers a unique and personalised dining experience. The restaurant is decorated with carefully chosen antique pieces. At Baisakhi there is only one tasting menu which changes frequently. The wine is also included to the menu and the menu costs about 33€. Baisakhi is located on the Paseo Maritimo and it is open until 24:00. First sitting starts at 20.00 and the second sitting at 23.00.

Paseo Marítimo, 8
07014 Palma de Mallorca

La Cuchara (Spanish cuisine)

La Cuchara is a classic Spanish restaurant which is specialized in traditional Spanish cuisine, eaten with a spoon. Specialities of the restaurant include meats, fresh fish, black pudding and chorizos. The atmosphere in the restaurant is warm, friendly and informal. The average price range is around 30€ per person. La Cuchara is located alongside the river canal on Paseo Mallorca. It is open until 24:00

Paseo Mallorca, 18
07012 Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca - Cultural sights and museums

Museums in Palma de Mallorca
In addition to the cultural attractions, there are also many interesting museums around the city. For example the Es Baluard wich is the Palma Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and the Museo de Mallorca which is believed to be the best museum of the Balearic Islands.

	Arab Baths One of the few remaining examples of Muslim architecture still preserved almost without renovation on the island. The ruins are surrounded by garden with a lovely dwell. view One of the few remaining examples of Muslim architecture still preserved almost without renovation on the island. The ruins are surrounded by garden with a lovely dwell. Contact information Calle Can Serra 7 07001 Palma Telephone: +34 971 721 549 Opening hours: April - November Everyday 09:30 - 20:00 December - March Everyday 09:30 - 19:00 Prices Entrance: 1.50€
	Basilica de Sant Francesc Basilica de Sant Francesc is a 13th Century gothic style church. Inside the church there is the tomb of the philosopher and theologian Ramón Llull. view Basilica de Sant Francesc is a 13th Century gothic style church. Inside the church there is the tomb of the philosopher and theologian Ramón Llull. Contact information Plaza Sant Francesc 7 07001 Palma De Mallorca Telephone: +34 971711212 Telefax:      +34 971213169
	Bellver Castle Bellver is a 14th Century Castle situated on a 112 meter high hill near Palma De Mallorca. The castle's highlights include a Chapel, parade ground and towers. Bellver was the royal residence of Jaime ... view Bellver is a 14th Century Castle situated on a 112 meter high hill near Palma De Mallorca. The castle's highlights include a Chapel, parade ground and towers. Bellver was the royal residence of Jaime II. Contact information Calle Camilo José Cela, 17 07003 Palma De Mallorca Telephone: +34 971730657 Opening hours: April - September Monday - Saturday 08:00 - 21:00 Sundays and public holidays 10:00 - 17:00 October - March Monday - Saturday 08:00 - 20:00 Sundays and public holidays CLOSED Prices General admission: 2.00€ Reduced: 1.00€ (students) Free: children under 12 years
	Es Baluard Es Baluard is the Palma Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. In the museum you can find paintings by such artists as Cezanne, Gauguin, Picasso, Miró, Magritte, Polke, Barceló and Schnabel. Es Baluar... view Es Baluard is the Palma Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. In the museum you can find paintings by such artists as Cezanne, Gauguin, Picasso, Miró, Magritte, Polke, Barceló and Schnabel. Es Baluard has the following services: shop/library, restaurant and café. The museum has wheelchair and baby-chair access and guided tours by prior arrangement. Contact information Plaza Porta de Santa Catalina, 10 07012 Palma De Malorca Telephone: +34 971 908200 Telefax:      +34 971 908203 Website:     www.esbaluard.org E-mail:        museu@esbaluard.org Opening hours: June 16th - September Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 22:00 Outdoor terraces: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 24:00 October - June 15th Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 20:00 Closed: Mondays and public holidays Prices: General admission: 6.00€ Reduced: 4.50€ (Tuesdays, over 65 year old retired persons, Youth Card holders and students, with ID). Free: unemployed persons, ICOM (International Council of Museums) members and children under 12 years.
	La Almudaina La Almudaina is a 13th Century palace which was the seat of the independent kingdom of Majorca during the reigns of Jaime II, Sancho I and Jaime III. Highlights of the palace include: King's Palace, t... view La Almudaina is a 13th Century palace which was the seat of the independent kingdom of Majorca during the reigns of Jaime II, Sancho I and Jaime III. Highlights of the palace include: King's Palace, the Queen's Palace, the Throne Room, the Royal Chapel and the courtyards. Nowadays La Almudaina is used as King's official residence for official ceremonies during the summer. Contact information Calle Palau Reial s/n 07001 Palma De Mallorca Telephone: +34 971719145 Website:     www.patrimonionacional.es Opening hours: October - March Monday - Friday 10:00 - 14:00 16:00 - 18:00 April - September Monday - Friday 10:00 - 18:30 Sundays and public holidays 10:00 - 14:00 Closed Saturdays Prices General admission: 3.20€ Free: Wednesdays (EU citizens)
	La Llotja La Llotja is Palma de Majorca guildhall build in 1426. It is one of the most beautiful civil buildings on the whole of the island. view La Llotja is Palma de Majorca guildhall build in 1426. It is one of the most beautiful civil buildings on the whole of the island. Contact information Paseo Sagrera s/n 07001 Palma De Mallorca Telephone: +34 971 730 657 Opening hours: All year Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:00 Sundays and public holidays 11:00 - 13:30 Mondays CLOSED
	La Seu Cathedral La Seu is one of the world's largest Catholic cathedrals. The Cathedral is 121 metres long and 55 metres wide. It is a beautiful neogothic building from the 14th century founded by Jaime II. The... view La Seu is one of the world's largest Catholic cathedrals. The Cathedral is 121 metres long and 55 metres wide. It is a beautiful neogothic building from the 14th century founded by Jaime II. The imposing Bell Tower houses 9 bells, the most famous of which is "N'Eloi", 2m in diameter with a weight of 5,700 kg. Other highlights of the cathedral include the Mirada Portal, a Spanish Gothic masterpiece put together in the period 1389 - 1401 and the oldest part of the church, the choir area which is a magnificent sight with 110 walnut choir stalls. Contact information Plaza Almoina s/n 07001 Palma De Mallorca Telephone: +34 971723130 Website:     http://www.catedraldemallorca.org/ E-mail:       info@catedraldemallorca.org Opening hours: November - March Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 15:15 April - May Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:15 June - October Monday - Friday 10:00 - 18:15 Saturdays 10:00 - 14:15 Closed: Sundays and public holidays. Prices General admission: 4.00€ Free: children 10 years and under.
	Museo de Mallorca This museum is believed to be the best museum of the Balearic Islands and is located close to the La Seu Cathedral. Some of the items on display at the museum include prehistoric Talayotic artifacts, ... view This museum is believed to be the best museum of the Balearic Islands and is located close to the La Seu Cathedral. Some of the items on display at the museum include prehistoric Talayotic artifacts, Moorish ceramics, medieval and Baroque paintings and important pieces of ancient buildings that no longer exist. Contact information Carrer de sa Portella 5 Palma De Malorca Telephone: +34 971 717540 Telefax:      +34 971 710483 E-mail:        museudemallorca@dgcultur.caib.es Opening hours: All year Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 19:00 Thursdays and Sundays 10:00 - 14:00 Closed: Mondays and public holidays Prices: Free admission
	Palau March Palau March museum has contemporary sculptures on display (Rodin, Moore and Chillida) and an 18th-century crib from Naples. There is also a Book Room with manuscripts, incunabula and codices, as well ... view Palau March museum has contemporary sculptures on display (Rodin, Moore and Chillida) and an 18th-century crib from Naples. There is also a Book Room with manuscripts, incunabula and codices, as well as a unique collection of nautical maps from the 15th-17th centuries. Contact information Calle Palau Reial 18 07001 Palma De Malorca Telephone: +34 971 711122 Telefax:      34 971 725803 Website:     www.fundbmarch.es E-mail:        secretaria@fundbmarch.es Opening hours: April - October Monday - Friday 10:00 - 18:30 Saturdays 10:00 - 14:00 November - March Monday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturdays 10:00 - 14:00 Closed: Sundays and public holidays Prices: General admission: 3.60€ Reduced: 2.90€ (retired persons and students, with ID) Free: children under 12 years
	Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation The Collection of Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation is made up of numerous works donated by the artist Joan Miró himself who lived on the island of Mallorca, where he produced a prolific amount of art. G... view The Collection of Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation is made up of numerous works donated by the artist Joan Miró himself who lived on the island of Mallorca, where he produced a prolific amount of art. Guided tours are available by prior appointment. Contact information Calle Joan de Saridakis 29 07015 Palma De Malorca Telephone: +34 971 701420 Telefax:      +34 971 702102 Website:     http://miro.palmademallorca.es E-mail:        info@fpjmiro.org Opening hours: May 16th - September 15th Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 19:00 Sundays and public holidays 10:00 - 15:00 September 16th - May 15th Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 Sundays and public holidays 10:00 - 15:00 Closed: Mondays, January 1st and December 25th Prices: General admission: 5.00€ Reduced: 2.80€ (retired persons and students, with ID, and groups, minimum 10 people) Free: children under 14 years

Getting around in Palma de Mallorca

Night Bus of Palma de Mallorca
There is also the new night bus line which tours the city every 15 minutes in the night time. The route unifies the entertainment area on the Passeig Marítim with the Passeig Mallorca, Plaça d'Espanya and Porta des Camp. Read more about the night bus line of Palma here.

Driving a rental car in Palma de Mallorca
If you don't feel like using the public transportation or walking, there is an option to drive around the town with a rental car. All the major streets are clearly marked and well conditioned and there are many underground parking halls along the main streets of the city. The parking in these halls is very cheap if compared to typical prices in major European cities.

If you are looking for a more exiting way to go, you can also take ride with horse-drawn carriages. There are different prices for varying routes, a 30 minute ride costs 30 euros and one hour ride costs 50 euros.