Palma in Depth

Palma, founded by the Romans some 2,100 years ago, is full of important monuments. Drive to the Bellver Castle, passing by the Paseo Maritimo with numerous hotels on one side and luxury yachts on the other. Bellver Castle, built 650 years ago, is a magnificent Medieval fortress. Outside the ramparts, enjoy fantastic views of the city and port below from the lookout point. Then drive to the Spanish Village for a guided walk along cobblestone streets where numerous monuments and typical houses of the different regions of Spain have been reproduced. Here you might have some time to buy a souvenir or the typical artificial pearls. You’ll leave with a feeling to having visited different places in Spain. Continue to the cathedral, passing by the Avenida Jaime III with its buildings of typical Majorcan architecture, Plaza Joan Carles I, Es Born Promenade. Then, visit Spain’s second-largest Gothic-style cathedral with its long columns and arches creating a deep impression. Walk through the small Treasure Museum displaying ancient manuscripts, paintings and religious items. After the visit to the cathedral, you might follow your guide on a walking tour of the city center, or take some time for last minute shopping. On the way back pass the fishing harbor, city walls, the former Merchandise Exchange of La Lonja and the Consulado del Mar, which is the Balearic Government building. Note: There is approximately one mile of walking and a few steps at the various sites and up to 80 steps at the cathedral. On days that the cathedral is closed to visitors, the interior will not be visited but you'll have an explanation from the outside.