Activities in Mallorca

Organizing your trip to Mallorca can be daunting, especially since there are so many things to do here on our wonderful island. So, to help you decide, we are going to recommend some of the best activities to add to your agenda for your holidays in Mallorca. 

Choosing Mallorca as a place to relax is already the first step in guaranteeing a wonderful holiday. Thanks to its combination of sea and mountains, there are lots of different options for more active pursuits in Mallorca. Also, if you really want to discover the island to the fullest, we encourage you to visit at least one of Mallorca’s corners. 

So, if you don't know where to start, we are going to recommend the best places to visit and things to do. If you add just a few of our suggestions to your itinerary during your trip to Mallorca, you will visit some of the most beautiful places in Mallorca. To make sure your visit is perfect, we will also tell you everything about our hotel in Alcudia:  The Astoria Playa, the ideal hotel in Mallorca for you!

Excursions in Mallorca

Touring Mallorca by tackling some of the different hiking routes on the island is an extraordinary way to explore Mallorca. Thanks to these amazing trails, you will chance upon the flora and fauna of Mallorca while discovering the most spectacular scenery.

Many of the excursions in Mallorca are in and around the Serra de Tramuntana. Although they also exist in the Pla de Mallorca areas, the flat areas, the best known are typically located in Mallorca’s Mountain range.

A unique way of doing excursions in Mallorca is to do them by sea. Renting a boat in Mallorca, with or without a skipper, is exceedingly popular. By boat, you get the chance to enjoy Mallorca from a different and wonderful perspective. If you like adventures and the sea, do not hesitate to take an excursion around the coastline of Mallorca. 

Towns of Mallorca

Another activity in Mallorca is to explore the different towns that exist on the island. Many of those towns located on the coast of Mallorca as well as those found in the Serra de Tramuntana are magical places to visit. 

Some of the best-known towns in Mallorca are Fornalutx, Valldemossa or Deia. All of these are in the Serra de Tramuntana. But there are others, like Alcúdia or Santanyí, closer to the sea that are just as impressive. Most of the towns of Mallorca have unique and fascinating monuments thanks to the long and varied history of the island. 

An example of one of these places is Alcúdia, located in the north of Mallorca, famous for having some of the most beautiful beaches in Mallorca. But there are also places like Alcúdia’s medieval wall or the Church of Sant Jaume; these special sites are monuments to the history of Alcúdia. 

Cycling in la Serra de Tramuntana

The Serra de Tramuntana is the most commonplace for cycling excursions in Mallorca. The reasons? They are countless! One of the best is the incredible views of Mallorca that these cycling routes offer you when touring in the Serra de Tramuntana. 

Every year more and more of the visitors that come to Mallorca do so to cycle in the Serra de Tramuntana. Thanks to the variety of cycling routes coupled with the pleasant weather in Mallorca, it is the ideal destination for lovers of this sport.

Some of the best-known cycling routes in the Serra de Tramuntana are the Formentor Lighthouse or the Coll de Sóller. But there are many more. The best thing about cycling routes in Mallorca is that you can find excursions at any experience and skill level, it is quite easy to find one that best suits you. 

Palma de Mallorca

One of the must-do plans in Mallorca, during your holidays, is a visit to the capital of the island: Palma. This incredible tourist city is a wonderfully lively, bustling place with so much to see and do. There are all kinds of art galleries, shopping centres and shops.

Palma is the ideal place if you are looking to treat yourself or a loved one, thanks to the wide variety of shops. It is also the perfect location to find a souvenir of your holiday in Mallorca. 

Palma also has an incredible history. Its name was given to it in 123 BC by the Roman consul Quintus Cecilius Metellus. It was under Arabic rule for a time until 1229 when it was conquered by Jaime I of Aragon. Thanks to its varied history, there are many monuments in Palma that represent the changes the island has gone through over the years. One of the best known is the beautiful Palma Cathedral, a simply magical place. 

The caves of Mallorca

Among the incredible activities in Mallorca, and another must-see are the caves, these are incredible, many of them are unspoiled and are as nature intended.  

The best-known caves in Mallorca are the Artá Caves, the Drach Caves, and the Hams Caves. All of them offer spectacular passageways through different caverns full of stalactites and stalagmites. 

In addition, boat trips are organized through the underground lakes. It is a remarkable way to enjoy an utterly unique space. Also, at certain times of the day, classical music concerts are held in the caves; they are utterly amazing!

The Astoria Playa

If you are looking for a hotel in Mallorca where you can stay and enjoy yourself, then what you need is our hotel, the Astoria Playa. Our hotel is located, in Port d´ Alcúdia, we offer some amazing facilities that will make your holiday unforgettable. at the Astoria Playa, you will enjoy an experience never to be forgotten days on our magical island. 

Thanks to our facilities, you can relax comfortably in our Balinese beds next to our incredible pools. But for the more adventurous and thanks to our fully equipped Astoria Playa Bike Center you can also organize your cycling tours around Mallorca.

One of the perfect plans in Mallorca is the simple act of chilling out and disconnecting yourself from the hustle and bustle of daily life at the Astoria Playa. Our spacious and bright Astoria Playa rooms have everything you need to relax and enjoy your holidays in Mallorca. In addition, depending on the room you choose, you will have a jacuzzi or a Bali bed in your room. You can't ask for more!

If you are organizing your trip to Mallorca, do not hesitate to book the Astoria Playa now!!