3 Days in Mallorca — The Perfect Itinerary

Day 1: Palma’s Heart & History

Morning

Start at La Seu Cathedral (entry 10€, open 9am-2pm). Admire the Gothic architecture and climb the bell tower for city views. Walk 10 mins to Plaça Major for coffee at Café Gavina (try a café amb llet with ensaimada pastry).

Afternoon

Take Bus 10 (3€, 20 mins) to Bellver Castle (entry 6€, open 10am-6pm). Wander its circular walls with panoramic Palma vistas. Return to town via El Born neighborhood—explore narrow streets lined with artisan shops. Lunch at Taperia El Xurrat (Mallorcan tapas: sobrassada chorizo, esqueixada tuna salad, 15-20€).

Evening

Stroll La Rambla for sunset views over the harbor. Dinner at Can Marfà (10-min walk from La Rambla), serving pa amb tomàquet and coques (Mallorcan flatbreads, 20-25€). End with mojito at La Tertulia (lively tapas bar, 8€/drink).

Day 2: Sóller’s Tram & Deià’s Coast

Morning

Take the historic tram from Palma’s Plaça España (3€, departs every 30 mins, 45 mins ride) to Sóller. Explore La Lonja (the old market), then walk to Sóller’s citrus groves (rent a bike for 10€/hour).

Afternoon

Bus 10 to Deià (15€ total, 1 hour, scenic coastal drive). Wander Deià’s cliffside streets (pastel houses, art galleries). Lunch at Restaurant La Esquina (seafood paella, ensalada de espinacas, 25€). Visit Joan Miró’s birthplace (free, open 10am-2pm).

Evening

Walk down to Cala Deià (10-min hike) for sunset at the tiny cove. Dinner at El Punt (cliffside, Mallorcan seafood, calamars a la planxa, 30€). Return to Palma via bus (15€, 1.5 hours).

Day 3: Valldemossa’s Monastery & Coastal Drive

Morning

Bus 10 to Valldemossa (15€, 1 hour). Enter Carmelite Monastery (entry 8€, open 9am-2pm) where Chopin lived. Wander Valldemossa’s old town (cobbled lanes, 14th-century Plaça Major). Breakfast at Bar La Tertulia (fresh ensaimada with café con leche, 5€).

Afternoon

Take a rental car or taxi (15€, 20 mins) to Cala San Vicent (secluded beach). Swim in turquoise water, then hike Cala Deià’s coastal path (30 mins, stunning views). Lunch at Bar El Molí (seafood pa amb oli, 12€).

Evening

Return to Palma. Dinner at El Xiquet (historic tapas bar near La Seu, try tombs de l’olla stew, 18€). End at El Moli de Sa Gavina (rooftop bar, 7€ cocktail, live music).

Transport & Cost Summary

Bus 10 (Palma to Sóller/Deià/Valldemossa): 3€ per ride, 15€ total for 3 days. Runs 7am-9pm. Taxis/rentals: 15€ for short coastal trips (Deià to Cala San Vicent). Food: Lunches 12-20€, dinners 20-30€. Entry Fees: Castles/cathedrals total 24€. Total Daily Cost: 70-90€ (mid-range, excluding accommodation).

Pro Tip: Buy a Palma Card (15€) for unlimited bus rides + 10% off attractions. Avoid parking in Palma—use the Parc de la Font lot (2€/hour).