Palma
Palma is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca (Majorca), in the western Mediterranean. Palma Airport serves over 29 million passengers per year and is a popular holiday destination for travellers.
Details
Before visiting any town or city make sure you know the basics. General details and important information.
- Emergency Services: 112
- Language: Spanish
- Currency: Euro
- Country Code: ES
- Travel Visa: None required
- Population: 400,000
Risk Level
Researching various official sources, we perceive the risk to holiday makers and travellers are as follows;
Travellers Tips
Top travel advice and interesting tip bits of information from experienced travellers.
Emergencies
For the Emergency services just dial 112 from any phone.
The operator may not be fluent in English.
Hospitals
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Tourist Offices
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Travelling Around
Getting around by bus is easy, efficient and cheap. Buses serve almost all towns and villages, although services are limited in rural areas. Palma’s main bus station is located adjacent to the train station in Plaza Espaňa. The number 1 bus connects Palma and the airport.
Airports
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Train Stations
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Palma Safety
Where can I keep up with local news?
Palma has local news outlets. Click the text below for more information.
Are there any areas I should take extra care?
Palma is generally a safe city. However, travellers should use their common sense when travelling alone or late at night. Don’t leave your belongings unattended.
What are the common crimes?
Crime that targets travellers includes pickpocketing and general theft. Opportunists operate around busy tourist areas, be aware when taking photos or sat having coffee. Keep an eye on your belongings.
What are the top safety tips?
Credit card fraud, cloning cards can be an issue be careful where you use your cards. Also if you are withdrawing money from cash machines make sure you cover your pin and be discreet about the amount of cash you withdraw.
Don’t carry more cash than you need for the day, and try to keep it in separate pockets. Try not to get your wallet out in public if you have a lot of cash in it.
Some people trying to sell you flowers, it is your choice whether you buy them or not. Don’t let them push you in to it.
Watch your valuables on the beach or by the pool, leave anything of value in your hotel room.
When withdrawing cash from ATM try to go inside the bank. Beware of withdrawing cash from cash points on pedestrian walkways. Try to withdraw small sums and don’t flash your cash around even in the bank.
Improve Your Personal Safety
Knowledge – the more you have the better equipped you are.
Awareness – the more you see the safer you become.
Response – the right reaction can change a situation.
Annual Events
Annual events allow a city come together for some amazing experiences. If visiting at this time, make sure you have your accommodation booked and are always aware of your surroundings when travelling around.
Events
Fiestas de Sant Sebastia
A festival in Palma celebrating culture and history with many plays, art exhibitions and activities all around the city.
Nit de Foc
Is one of the biggest parties in in the city. It is celebrated before the Sant Joan fiesta, you can enjoy lots of street parties, fireworks, music events and the infamous ‘correfoc’ or fire run. This is where ‘devils’ run through the city with bangers and fireworks, beware as it is not for the faint hearted!
Palma Boat Show
Many impressive yachts and boats are on display in the cities harbour, it is a wonderful sight and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world.
Colcada de la beata
The Procession of the Blessed celebrates the beatification of Saint Catalina Tomàs. There is a special service at the Santa Maria Magdalena church and a colourful parade of floats and musicians in the evening.
Palma Highlights
What’s the best season to travel?
The peak seasons to travel to Palma de Mallorca are July and August. At this time the temperature can reach 30 degrees C and this is the warmest time to visit. The area will be very busy as its the height of the tourist season.
Where else is great to visit?
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina is an amazing sight and well worth checking out.
Located in the narrow streets of Palma and well worth a visit to get a feel for city life.
Located in front of the Cathedral with stunning views, a great place to take an afternoon stroll.
Binissalem Wine Route. Will take you through the various wineries throughout the region.
What are the highlight attractions?
A stunning Cathedral in the heart of the city, amazing architecture and windows, a really beautiful sight to behold.
A great way to see the city stopping at all the tourist spots and landmarks.
A stunning Gothic style castle a few kilometres outside the city.
