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Palma de Mallorca

There are many places we love to return to, but for Robin, the place at the top of the list has to be Palma de Mallorca. Just about three hours from Copenhagen, and not much more from anywhere else in Europe, the city makes for a perfect prolonged weekend getaway.

Many visitors touch down in Palma only to head straight to their favourite or suggested resorts, missing the city itself with the cobbled streets of the atmospheric old town, its impressive monuments, museums, galleries, and vibrant food scene.

Surrounded by the Mediterranean, this easily accessible capital offers a melting pot of cultures and historic influences. Having visited Palma at least twice a year for some time, Robin takes you through a prolonged weekend in the city as he experiences it.

Where to Stay
Dining
Cafes & Bakeries
Cocktails & Wine
A weekend treatment
Travel essentials

Robin’s Top Five

Imagine that, like Robin, you arrive in Palma for a prolonged weekend. You want to rest and, quite honestly, don’t want to plan too much. This list does the trick and makes everything a little easier. Scroll through Robin’s favourite spots, the places he returns to every time he’s in town.

Where to stay:
Nobis Hotel Palma

A place that brings together the best of both Scandinavian and Spanish design in a former 12th-century palace, located in Palma’s charming Old Town. A place that feels calm, with Mediterranean light moving beautifully through the space during the day, especially in the courtyard, making you pause for an afternoon drink or a quiet moment, perhaps with something to read, between exploring the city.

Thanks to the original structure of the palace, each room feels different, and shared spaces, such as staircases, the courtyard, and corridors, feel like part of the stay rather than just a way to get somewhere.

A place to just be, and one that makes you want to return, simply for the stay itself.

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Dining

Balearic bliss comes in many forms. One of them might be a weekend spent in Mallorca, which has quietly become one of the most interesting dining destinations in the Mediterranean, where a new generation of chefs focuses less on theatrics and more on produce, seasonality, and atmosphere.

The island delivers a version of dining that feels considered rather than excessive. In this list, we’ve included not only our favourite finer spots, but also those that offer the same attention to the whole experience, placing just as much value on atmosphere as on what arrives on the plate.

A few more tips. Market with seafood, that’s Mercat Negre.
If you fancy visiting a traditional restaurant, this might do the trick: Restaurante Casa Maruka.

Cafes & bakeries

If you are in the mood for something more traditional, check the Fornet de la Soca.

When feeling artsy

When the weather isn’t great, or you just need a break from city strolls, consider making a trip to the Fundació Miró Mallorca.

And when you’re feeling artsy but want to stay in town, grab a coffee to go at Nano and wander the galleries along Carrer de Sant Feliu. If you’re thinking of a cocktail while checking out some art on your way, stroll through Carrer de Tous i Maroto and Plaça Frederic Chopin before settling in for people-watching at Bar Nicolas.

For something bigger, Es Baluard Museu d’Art Contemporani de Palma is ideal, especially for modern art and architecture.

Fundació Miró Mallorca
Es Baluard Museu d’Art

Cocktails and Wine

You know us, we like a good cocktail or two… and the same goes for a good wine. These are the places we return to, quite often, whether it’s for a slow evening or a quick stop on a city stroll.

An escape from Palma:
Ca’n Beneït

Maybe you’ve already spent time in Palma, perhaps even following our recommendations, and want to do something a little different this time. How about treating yourself to a small escape? For us, it was Ca’n Beneït, a hidden Mallorcan retreat in the heart of the Tramuntana.

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Port de Sóller

And where else to go? Graham’s favourite option is heading out to Sóller and Port de Sóller. Perhaps stay a night at our favourite Meem Townhouse, followed by a stop at Blai Bar, for a glass of wine and tapas, or Patiki, a farm-to-table spot by the beach. The Editors’ note: A great way to start the journey is with the historic train that runs directly from Palma.

What to pack:
Travel Essentials

While we want to leave this part up to you, we know packing can sometimes feel overwhelming. Maybe this list helps you spot a couple of things you’re missing, or reminds you it’s time to replace an item with something new: a good quality piece that will last not just for one trip, but for many years to come.

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