Historic sites in Mallorca

Historic Sites of Majorca

Majorca’s history is defined by its transition from Roman and Moorish roots to the Kingdom of Mallorca. This collection features the 14th-century circular Bellver Castle and the Gothic Palma Cathedral, notable for its massive rose window and interior modifications by Antoni Gaudí. The list includes the Almudaina Palace, a former fortress turned royal residence, and the 15th-century maritime trade center, Sa Llotja. Beyond Palma, the Serra de Tramuntana mountains offer UNESCO-listed terraced landscapes and historic coastal watchtowers like Torre del Verger.

Historic Sites of Majorca — Map

Karel Stojaspal / CC-BY-SA

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Palma Cathedral

Historic Gothic cathedral featuring modern architectural elements and contributions from Antoni Gaudí, recognized as a national monument.

Public domain

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Bellver Castle

Gothic-style circular castle built in the 14th century as a royal residence, now functioning as a museum and historic monument with panoramic views.

Miquel Cabot / GFDL

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Almudaina Palace

Historic royal residence and fortress featuring Gothic architecture and regional heritage. It serves as an official residence of the Spanish royal family and functions as a museum and cultural site.

Singdrossel / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Palma Exchange

Historic 15th-century Gothic building originally serving as a commercial and trade center, featuring notable architectural elements such as turrets and rib vaulting.

Thomas Wolf / CC BY-SA 3.0 de

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City Hall

This imposing building dates back to the seventeenth century and it still has its original roof, complete with ornate doorways and the town…

José Luis Filpo Cabana / CC BY 3.0

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Convent of San Francisco

The basilica was originally built in 1281, as ordered by James II of Majorca.

Antoni Sureda / CC-BY-SA-3.0

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Serra de Tramuntana

The Serra de Tramuntana is a mountain range running southwest–northeast which forms the northern backbone of the Spanish island of Mallorca.

Pla / Public domain

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Roman Bridge

Also known as 'Puente de Cubelles' in the past, this stone bridge was built by the Romans. Popular photo spot.

Martin Peter Stolarczyk Jensen / CC-BY-SA

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Church of Sant Miquel

The church is famous for the image of Saint Michael, painted by Francesco Herrera in the 17th century. Jaw-droppingly resplendent.

Paucabot / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Church of Santa Creu

A fine example of a Gothic style church built in the 14th century during the reign of James II.

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Gran Hotel

The Gran Hotel is a former historic hotel in Palma de Mallorca, in Spain. It is part of the historic centre of the city.

CFiesta / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Torre del Verger

A 16th-century defensive watchtower located on a cliffside in Banyalbufar. Built in 1579 to spot pirate raids, it provides panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast and the Serra de Tramuntana.

Vidal de Canellas y cancillería real… / Public domain

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James I of Aragon

James I the Conqueror was King of Aragon, Count of Barcelona, and Lord of Montpellier from 1213 to 1276; King of Majorca from 1231 to 1276;…

Antrodveg / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Diocesian Museum

The museum is housed within the Episcopal Palace and preserves over 200 religious artefacts that trace a path through the religious history…

Krolosus Krolosez / CC-BY-SA

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Santa Eulàlia

One of Palma's oldest parishes, this 13th-century Gothic church is where James II was proclaimed King of Mallorca in 1276. It features a three-nave layout and a notable bell tower.

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