Palma (Spain)

Palma is the capital of Majorca; steeped in history and culture this is perfect for culture vultures. Palma is becoming very popular with weekend visitors.  The shopping here is fantastic with a massive range of large chains like Zara and Mango to designer boutiques and department stores scattered through the main busy streets and the narrow cobbled streets. Although if you are visiting for the weekend the shops close on Saturday pm until Monday.
Palma is only 8km from the airport and the cheapest way to make the trip is on the shuttle bus which runs every 15 minute throughout the day.

Palma is a very vibrant, cosmopolitan city which has a sophisticated vibe and has stunningly beautiful architecture, with its ancient gothic cathedral given prominence on the edge of the edge of the city opposite the med.

Nightlife in Palma starts in the La Lonja area where there's an abundance of quaint quality restaurants providing top class international cuisine and traditional tapas. Pop in to Abaco for a pre or post dinner cocktail or coffee. Along the Paseo Maritimo the evening starts around midnight in the many bars and nightclubs.

There is a good supply of cultural activities to keep you busy. You will find lots of concerts, festivals, ballet and theatre shows in Palma. You can get details of these from tourist information.

You'll find a great range of boutique hotels and big chain hotels right in the heart of the city some with spectacular views over the bay of Palma.

Palma celebrates the Fiesta of San Antoni, the patron saint of animals, in January. During this festival, the locals light bonfires, sing songs and enjoy traditional food. The event closes with a carnival parade. Also in January is the Fiesta of Sant Sebastia. This is the main event in Palma with live bands performing a wide variety of music on outdoor stages.