What is Palma known for?
Known for its sun and beach tourism, it also has an attractive historic quarter. The Cathedral, the Almudaina Palace, the Lonja fish market and Plaza Mayor are some of the sites that are well worth visiting. The most beautiful monuments are surrounded by fishing boats, pine forests and palm trees.
Is Palma the same as Palma de Mallorca?
Palma (Catalan: [ˈpalmə]; Spanish: [ˈpalma]; also known as Palma de Mallorca, officially between 1983–88, 2006–08, and 2012–16) is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of the Balearic Islands in Spain. It is situated on the south coast of Mallorca on the Bay of Palma.
How many days do you need in Palma?
I would agree 3-4 days would be enough to fit in most of Palma’s must see sights, but its worth spending longer there and just soaking up the atmosphere.
Is Palma safe?
Generally Palma is a safe place, apart from the back alleys which you wouldn’t normally enter. Like anywhere else in the world you have to be careful late at night, but no great dangers. Be particularly aware of pickpockets around the area of the Cathedral and Parc de Mar.
Is Palma a party place?
Diverse and extremely popular, Mallorca’s capital, Palma has district areas renowned for its nightlife. Restaurants, bars and enjoying live music are all part of the city’s vibrant social scene.
Does Palma have a beach?
Seafront & Beaches The city does have a sandy beach (with a cool beach bar & restaurant), and buses head out of town to the long sandy beach at Playa de Palma or to the coves at nearby Illetes or Puerto Portals.
Is it worth staying in Palma?
Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands, and its capital is without doubt its greatest treasure. This makes Palma well worth visiting at any time of year – whether that be for the incredible climate, beaches, vibrant neighbourhoods, bustling squares or the endless array of galleries, restaurants and bars.