Mallorca off-season is a good choice for a quieter, more affordable, and authentic experience. It’s also a great time for hiking and exploring the island’s culture without the crowds, but beware of weather – swimming is a a matter of luck.
In our case, weather promised us sun and 24C at the mid-April, but once we arrived, it’s changed for 18C and some rain.
Mallorca off-season, things to do
1. Coves
Mallorca’s coves, known locally as calas, are small, secluded bays with crystal-clear turquoise waters, framed by rocky cliffs and sandy beaches.
On the video below: Cala del Moro
We visited nearly a dozen of calas, and there more left on the southern part of the island! Those coves were the biggest highlight of our trip.
2. Free walking tour in Palma de Mallorca
Thanks for a guided tour almost immediately after our arriving we were “connected” to Palma’s history, traditions, and daily life.
We booked 2 hours free Emblematic Palma tour, in English. Liked our wonderful guide, Alexandre:
3. Local food
Mallorca’s local cuisine is a delicious blend of Mediterranean flavors, with dishes like sobrasada (a soft, cured sausage) and ensaimada (a sweet, spiral pastry) being island favorites.
There are also fresh seafood, stews, soups, and many more..
Pictured below: most famous Mallorcan bread, the llonguet:
It looks like a baguette prepared as a sandwich, with olive oil, Mahon cheese, and anchovies.
4. Cathedral of Palma de Mallorca
One of the most recognised symbols of the island, Cathedral of Santa Maria is also one of the most important religious buildings in Spain:
Located by the sea, it is known as the “Cathedral of Light” thanks to its 59 stained glass windows and 5 rose windows. It was built almost 800 years ago.
Nice addition to the Cathedral is the playground nearby:
5. Palma Aquarium
Palma Aquarium is a great place to spend entire day during rainy weather.
Besides excellent collection of marine species there are also an indoor and outdoor play area, tropical gardens, touch tank, and interactive experiences.
Pictured below: Blue tank, one of the biggest in Europe:
Pictured below: Erika and Andrew playing with the sand:
6. Drach Caves
Drach (means “dragon”) Caves featuring vast underground chambers filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and underground Lake Martel.
It is of of the most popular attractions in Mallorca:
The lake is so big (115 meters long), that classical music concerts are performed there, on a moving boat:
7. Mallorca off-season: gentle walks along the shore
One of the things we loved about Mallorca is that private waterfront properties generally don’t attached directly to the water, allowing you to freely walk along the shoreline:
Trail starting from Cala Gat beach:
Thanks to the abundance of paved trails it was easy to enjoy breathtaking views, like the one, pictured below:
Trail starting from Cala Galiota:
Near Cala Galiota in Colonia de Sant Jordi (we were staying at this little town), you’ll find a coastal trail that connect various small coves and beaches, allowing you to explore the area’s rocky coast :
Trail near Cala Mondrago
Near Cala Mondrago you’ll find several scenic paved trails that lead through pine forests and open up to coastal views.
The paths are generally well-maintained and accessible, making them great for anyone to explore Mallorca’s beautiful coastal landscapes:
8. Serra de Tramuntana mountains
We didn’t do any hiking at the mountains, but enjoyed their backdrop at the several places, like Formentor beach, Gardens of Alfàbia, and Port de Sóller (in the post below).
Pictured below: Formentor beach. Tramuntana mountains rising just behind it. Turquoise waters, white, fine sand.. Amazing place:
Weather changed right before our arrival to Mallorca, so instead swimming (some families did), we just explored the beach:
9. Small villages of Majorca: Port de Sóller
Pictured below: one of the most popular villages in Mallorca, Port de Sóller, a charming coastal place. It is known for its beautiful bay, sandy beaches, and surrounded by Tramuntana mountains:
The town features a historic tram that connects to Sóller, offering a scenic ride through lush landscapes and orange groves. We missed the schedule, so opted for the beach:
10. Gardens of Alfàbia
This place was one of our favorite, for lush greenery, fountains, ponds, and peaceful ambiance. You can easily spend there several hours:
This historic gardens are located at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains, and is a former estate with historic Gothic-style residence, where Moorish, Spanish, and English influences blends together:
We liked their small cafe with terrace over the gardens. Make sure to try freshly pressed juice and local beer:
P.S.
Overall, it was good to travel Mallorca off-season – we were able to see a lot and could afford a waterfront place for 6 person:
And, there are were something for everyone: adults, teen, younger children, and grandma! We would gladly come back.
Thanks for visiting, friends!
Make sure to check out hours, fees, and conditions before you go
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