Palma Cathedral is in a prime location on the Spanish island called Mallorca. This island is famous for its beaches.
It is a famous tourist spot all year round and attracts visitors from all over the globe.
If you are visiting the Palma cathedral, don’t miss out on these famous Mallorcan gems.
Things to do in Palma de Mallorca
The Spanish island of Palma de Mallorca has multiple hidden gems. Though Palma Cathedral is the city’s top attraction, much more can be seen around it.
Here are the top places to visit near Palma Cathedral
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina is one of the official residences of the Spanish royal family.
It is categorized as an Alcázar or a fortified palace. It is in Palma, the capital city of the Island of Mallorca, Spain.
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina is located just across from the Palma Cathedral and is one of the capital’s main attractions.
Its elevated position overlooking the Bay of Palma made it strategically important throughout the ages.
The word ‘Almudaina’ comes from the Arabic word for ‘fortress.’
The Talayots, Romans, Moors, and Christians used the same site.
In the 13th century, when the Christians took over the island, they demolished the Moorish features of the palace.
Under King Jaume II, the castle adopted the Levantine Gothic style.
The Almudaina palace is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 am to 6 pm from October to March and 10 am to 8 pm from April to September.
The palace remains closed on Mondays.
If you are visiting Palma de Mallorca to absorb the history and culture of the place, you must visit the Palma Cathedral and the Almudaina Palace.
If you are visiting Palma Cathedral and want to learn more about Palma’s history, this palace is a must-visit.
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina is located at Carrer del Palau Reial, s/n, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain get directions
The Peurt de Palma
The Peurt de Palma is the biggest of the five ports managed by the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands.
It is in the middle of the city, just in front of the old streets that make up the Old Town.
The waterfront promenade connects the entire port from one end to the other.
The Peurt de Palma combines tradition and the latest technology to perfection and is the physical demonstration of the Mediterranean philosophy of unhurried and calm.
Yet its modern character makes it highly famous amongst its inhabitants and visitors.
One can book cruises and jet skis from the port. These are usually very exciting and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Most cruises have DJs and good food that could enhance your Mallorcan getaway.
The port also provides a fantastic view of the gothic structure, the Palma Cathedral, which stands tall on the bay.
The Peurt de Palma is located near the Palma Cathedral get directions
Museu Diocese de Mallorca
The Museu Diocese de Mallorca belongs to Palma Cathedral, and your entrance to the museum is a part of the ticket to the cathedral.
This museum has just reopened after restoration, and, as a result, many more works are on display than before.
All the art from different centuries that belongs to the cathedral but isn’t currently on display is in this museum.
You can see unique paintings, statues, and sculptures.
The Museu Diocese de Mallorca is in the beautiful Episcopal Palace of Palma, which dates from 1238.
Bishop Pere Joan Campins founded it.
The Diocesan Museum de Mallorca is in the old Bishop’s Palace and Gothic oratory of Sant Pau.
Since October 2013, the office of Palma Cathedral has managed the museum.
The exhibition space is divided into seven sections and holds works such as the earliest manifestations of Christianity on the island to the 20th century.
On permanent display are some 200 works from convents, monasteries, churches and private donations, offering a tour through the history of Christianity on Majorca.
The pieces comprise archaeology, painting, Gothic and modern sculpture, ceramics, and furniture.
There is a space to hold the works of Antonio Gaudí and Pere Joan Campins, inaugurated in 2014. It also has a room for temporary thematic exhibits.
Palma is an exciting city. It is the perfect blend of history and youth. One could awe at the Royal palace while partying at the beach.
There are many places to visit in Palma de Mallorca, these are just a few to name.
The list does not limit your expedition. Here are a few more places close to Palma.
Cathedral worth visiting:
- Arco de l’Almudaina get directions
- Placa De La Seu get directions
- S’Hort del Rei get directions
- Palau March Museu, get directions
- Placa de Cort get directions
Plan your trip full of fun and excitement to this Spanish island now!
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