Mallorca, Spain Travel Guide: 4-Day Itinerary
The largest of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is known for its stunning beaches and charming villages. Our Mallorca, Spain travel guide covers 4 days on this beautiful island.
Mallorca, Spain is a destination known for its sandy beaches, turquoise water, hidden coves, and charming villages. To visit Mallorca, fly into Palma de Mallorca Airport. Mallorca is a large island, so you will want to rent a car to get around. Mallorca promotes the use of electric vehicles and has a network of free chargers all over the island. However, for a 4-day trip, we would recommend renting a gas vehicle. This will allow you to spend less time at charging ports and more time exploring.
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When to Visit Mallorca
For pleasant weather and fewer crowds, the months of May to June and September to October are great times to visit Mallorca. We visited in mid-June and had perfect weather and limited crowds.
Where to Stay in Mallorca, Spain
To make the most of your 4 days in Mallorca, we would recommend splitting your time between two different areas. While the eastern side of the island has some of the best beaches, the western side of the island has idyllic villages like Soller, Deia, and Valldemossa. We found our stays in Santanyi and Soller to be ideal for this itinerary.
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Mallorca, Spain Travel Guide: 4-Day Itinerary
Day 1 and 2
Spend your first two days in Mallorca visiting some of the island’s best beaches. As these beaches are very popular, you’ll want to arrive early in the day (before 9 a.m.) or later in the afternoon.
Cala S’Almunia
Parking: 07690 Cala Llombards, Balearic Islands, Spain
If you’re looking for the picturesque boathouses, you’ll find them here! To get to Cala S’Almunia, park at the large parking lot located at the address above. You will see a traffic circle nearby. It is an easy 15-20 minute walk to the beach.
While beautiful, Cala S’Almunia is a unique beach; it is very rocky with a small sandy strip. Follow the steep, paved staircase down to the beach and find a spot along the shore or the rocky cliffs above. If you’re looking for a more secluded spot, walk further down along the cliff. You’ll have a gorgeous view of the beach and passing sailboats.
Cala S’Almunia is well-known for its colorful boathouses. If you choose a spot in front of these boathouses, be careful getting in and out of the water. The rocks are mossy and quite slick. We watched a few people slip and fall during our time here.
Calo des Moro
Parking: 07690 Cala Llombards, Balearic Islands, Spain
Calo des Moro is the perfect beach to pair with a visit to Cala S’Almunia, because they are so close to each other. Parking is in the same lot. If you have visited Cala S’Almunia first, walk past the boathouses to the left and follow the path until you reach Calo des Moro. If you’re coming from the parking lot, follow signs for the beach.
Calo des Moro is a popular beach and gets crowded quickly. While it is a larger beach, the sandy shore is still small. Finding a spot can be difficult if you visit mid-morning or afternoon. In all honesty, this is a must-visit beach, but it is not worth a visit after 10 a.m. When we arrived around 9:30 in the morning, it wasn’t long before the shore was packed with beach towels and people taking pictures and videos.
Cala Llombards
Parking: There is a large sandy lot just steps from the beach where you can park for free.
Cala Llombards is a beautiful sandy beach with easy parking and crystal blue water. Even if it seems crowded, you can often find a spot to lay your towel near the water or on the rocks around the cove. There are a couple of ladders along the rocks for easy access to the water. Another option is renting a beach lounger or tiki umbrella, however these fill quickly. Cala Llombards also has a small restaurant on site with sandwiches, snacks, and drinks.
Day 3
For the second half of your trip, stay on the western side of the island in one of these villages: Soller, Valldemossa, or Deia. Spend the day exploring the charming villages of Soller, Valldemossa, and Deia.
Soller
A beautiful village with a bustling main square, amazing restaurants, and old world charm, Soller should not be left off of your Mallorca itinerary. We stayed in Soller for the second half of our trip and enjoyed the quiet mornings and lively evenings.
Valldemossa
With its cobblestone streets and abundance of flowers, Valldemossa is one of the most picturesque villages in Mallorca. Grab a coffee from Roseta Valldemossa and take your time exploring the narrow streets.
Valldemossa Viewpoint
On your way to Valldemossa, make a quick stop at Valldemossa Viewpoint. This observation point overlooks the village of Valdemossa framed by the surrounding mountains. There is only enough room for one or two cars to park, so if there is no available parking, you can always make the stop on your way back. We visited around golden hour and had the viewpoint all to ourselves.
Deia
While we did not get the chance to visit Deia on our trip, it is another quaint Mallorcan village to stroll around.
Day 4
For your last day in Mallorca, head to the north to visit Cap de Formentor and spend the last moments of your trip at one of Mallorca’s prettiest beaches.
Cap de Formentor
The northernmost point of Mallorca, Cap de Formentor is a peninsula known for its sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea. For one of the best photo spots, stop at Mirador es Colomer. While you are unable to go inside, you can also visit the Formentor Lighthouse at the end of the Cap de Formentor peninsula.
From June to September, there are road restrictions from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information on the Formentor access restrictions, visit the Palma Airport Info website.
Cala Figuera
If you’re looking for a quiet and uncrowded beach experience, visit Cala Figuera. Located on the Formentor Peninsula (not to be confused with the fishing port), Cala Figuera is a beautiful cove with a rocky shoreline. To visit in the summer months, you’ll have to take the 334 bus to the Cala Figuera stop, then walk 15-20 minutes along a marked path. Keep in mind that this bus route has many other stops and buses are usually full, so you might have to wait awhile for a bus back to the parking lot. Or if you’re up for the adventure, you can walk like we did (do not recommend).
Once you reach the path, the beach is a bit of a hike to get to. The trail is rocky and steep in some areas; we would not recommend sandals or flip flops…Once you make it down to the beach, keep an eye on your bags and any food you bring, as there are lots of goats here.
Mallorca is such a beautiful island with so much to see and do. We hope you found this Mallorca, Spain travel guide to be helpful in planning your trip, and we hope you love your time in Mallorca as much as we did.
