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6-Day Adventure in Palma: Exploring the Best of Balearic Islands

Romeo Deger

Romeo Deger

20 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day journey through Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain. Discover the hidden gems of this beautiful city, from historic landmarks like Castell de Bellver to stunning natural wonders like Hams' Caves. Get ready for an unforgettable solo adventure!

Day 1
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$10

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$ 4

Mercat de Santa Catalina Mallorca
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Castell de Bellver
1300s circular castle set on a wooded hilltop overlooking Palma, home to the city's history museum.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$10
Day 2
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$60

Catedral-Basílica de Santa María de Mallorca
Ornate Gothic edifice overlooking the sea, with a vast rose window & wrought-iron canopy by Gaudí.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$42
4 - 5 min

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Royal Palace of La Almudaina
Originally an Arabian fort, this grand palace is used by the Royal Family for various events.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$18
Day 3
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$5

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$ 4

Parc de Sa Feixina
Urban green space with a playground, a skate park, a bike path & several stone monuments.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Banys Àrabs
A tranquil garden surrounds the remains of these Arab baths from the time of Moorish rule.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$5
11 - 16 min

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Mercat de l’Olivar
Vendors sell produce, cheese, seafood, pastries & prepared foods in a light-filled historic hall.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Mercat Pere Garau
Enduring marketplace with food stands selling fruits, veggies, meat, flowers, olives, cheese & more.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 4
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$60

Palma Aquarium
Vast shark tank & ocean habitats in aquarium with jungle micro-climate roof garden & guided tours.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$60
Day 5
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$25

Hams' Caves
Subterranean grottos with a botanical garden & a lake, plus colorful light displays & music shows.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
Day 6
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$74

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$ 4

Drach Caves
Underground paths lead visitors to the shore of one of the world's largest underground lakes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$36
61 - 74 min

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Train Sóller
Quaint, narrow-gauge wooden train, dating to 1912, running along a scenic path from Sóller to Palma.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$38

Budget breakdown: $243 In total

Activities & Food:$233
Transport:$10