Mallorca Capital

Palma de Mallorca

The vibrant capital of Mallorca combining historic architecture, beaches, nightlife, shopping and Mediterranean lifestyle.

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Spain

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~438,000

Population

~208.6 km²

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Mallorca's Capital

About Palma

Capital of Mallorca & Balearic Islands

Palma de Mallorca is the capital city of the Balearic Islands, located on the southwest coast of Mallorca in Spain. It sits on a large natural bay called Palma Bay (Bahía de Palma), which has been an important Mediterranean port for centuries.

p> The city was founded during Roman times and later developed heavily during the Moorish period (as “Madina Mayurqa”), which still influences the street layout of the Old Town today. After the Christian conquest in 1229 by King James I of Aragon, Palma became a major trading and cultural hub in the Mediterranean.

Today, Palma combines historic architecture, modern tourism, beaches, luxury shopping and nightlife — making it the most visited city in the Balearic Islands.

  • Historic Old Town
  • Beachfront promenade
  • Luxury shopping & restaurants
  • Strong nightlife scene
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La Seu Cathedral

The Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma (La Seu) is the city's most iconic landmark. Construction began in 1229 and took over 400 years to complete. It overlooks the sea and is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe.

Bellver Castle

Bellver Castle is a unique circular fortress built in the 14th century for King James II of Mallorca. It is located on a hill 3 km from the city center and offers panoramic views over Palma Bay and the Tramuntana mountains.

La Calatrava & Casco Antiguo

Palma’s historic Old Town is known as Casco Antiguo, and includes districts like La Calatrava, one of the oldest parts of the city. This area features narrow medieval streets, stone buildings, hidden courtyards and historic churches.

Playa de Palma

Playa de Palma is the main beach area of the city, stretching for over 4 km from Can Pastilla to S’Arenal. It is known for its beach clubs, cycling paths, restaurants and clear Mediterranean water.

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