Beaches · Palma de Mallorca · Spain
The best beaches in and near Palma de Mallorca
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
The best-known beach is Can Pere Antoni (About 10 minutes' walk from the cathedral). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in June–October.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 5
- Swimming season
- June–October
- Warmest sea
- 26°C (79°F)
The beaches
About 10 minutes' walk from the cathedral · A quick swim in the city
1.Can Pere Antoni
The closest beach to the old town, just east of the cathedral along the seafront path, with views back to La Seu.
About 20 minutes by bus or bike · Local atmosphere and families
2.Ciutat Jardí
A sandy residential beach beyond Portixol with seafood restaurants and calmer water.
About 25–30 minutes by bus · Families and long beach days
3.Platja de Palma
About 5 km of fine sand and shallow water from Can Pastilla to S'Arenal, with resort hotels behind.
About 20 minutes by bus · Combining beach and culture
4.Cala Major
A small sandy cove west of the centre below the Fundació Miró, with hotels and bars.
About 25–30 minutes by bus · Clear water and beach clubs
5.Illetes
Small, clear-water coves in a smart residential area west of Palma, with beach clubs and a tiny island offshore.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C (59°F) | 15°C (59°F) |
| February | 14°C (57°F) | 15°C (59°F) |
| March | 14°C (57°F) | 17°C (63°F) |
| April | 15°C (59°F) | 20°C (68°F) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 23°C (73°F) |
| June | 22°C (72°F) | 27°C (81°F) |
| July | 25°C (77°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| August | 26°C (79°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| September | 25°C (77°F) | 28°C (82°F) |
| October | 22°C (72°F) | 24°C (75°F) |
| November | 19°C (66°F) | 19°C (66°F) |
| December | 16°C (61°F) | 16°C (61°F) |
Staying near the beach
$$$ · Best for couples, quiet stays and beach
Portixol and Es Molinar
East of the cathedral along the seafront path, Portixol is a little fishing harbour lined with cafés and design hotels, and Es Molinar behind it keeps its low fishermen's houses. The promenade is popular for running and cycling, and small beaches at Portixol and Ciutat Jardí are close by.
- Good
- Seaside village feel; Bike or walk to the cathedral along the sea; Good seafood restaurants
- Watch out
- About 30–40 minutes' walk to the old town; Limited nightlife
- Nearby
- Portixol harbour, Ciutat Jardí beach, Seafront cycle path
Getting to the beaches
- Bus — EMT Palma buses cover the city, including routes to Cala Major, the Platja de Palma and the airport line A1.
- Train — The vintage Sóller train runs from its own station near Plaça d'Espanya through the mountains to Sóller, and SFM trains link the Estació Intermodal with Inca, Sa Pobla and Manacor.
- Car — Hiring a car is the easiest way to reach remote beaches and mountain villages, though parking in central Palma is scarce and expensive.
Beach-weather months
Days of 24°C (75°F) or more with no more than nine rainy days come in June–October. The busiest of those is July, so book early.
Beach safety
Pickpocketing occurs around the cathedral, on crowded buses and on beaches, and distraction thefts target tourists on the Platja de Palma, so keep valuables close. In summer, protect yourself from the sun and watch for flag warnings at beaches with strong currents. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Palma de Mallorca have beaches?
Yes: Can Pere Antoni, Ciutat Jardí, Platja de Palma, Cala Major and Illetes.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Palma de Mallorca?
Usually June–October, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Palma de Mallorca?
Can Pere Antoni: The closest beach to the old town, just east of the cathedral along the seafront path, with views back to La Seu.