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What to see in the Balearic Islands

Four very different islands: Mallorca, with the Tramuntana mountains and postcard coves; Menorca, quiet and full of talayots; Ibiza, with its sunsets and Dalt Vila, a World Heritage Site; and Formentera, with Caribbean-coloured water.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

Cities, villages and nature

Open each one to see all its sights, where to stay, day trips and when to go.

Balearic Islands
Mallorca

Turquoise coves, the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana, stone villages and Palma with its cathedral.
- Serra de Tramuntana
- Caves of Drach
- Sa Calobra
- Valldemossa
What to see in Mallorca
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Palma de Mallorca

The cathedral by the sea, an old town of courtyards and Bellver Castle: Mallorca’s capital.
- Mallorca Cathedral
- Bellver Castle
- Paseo del Borne
- Mercat de l'Olivar
What to see in Palma de Mallorca
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Sóller

A valley of orange groves in the Serra de Tramuntana, with a wooden tram down to the port.
- Port de Sóller
- Sóller Valley
- Sa Calobra
What to see in Sóller
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Valldemossa

A stone village in the Tramuntana, with the Charterhouse where Chopin and George Sand spent a winter.
- Royal Charterhouse
- Cobbled streets
- Birthplace of St Catalina Thomàs
- Mirador de Miramar
What to see in Valldemossa
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Menorca

A Biosphere Reserve of unspoilt coves, the Camí de Cavalls, Talayotic monuments and two harbour towns.
- Cala Macarella
- Camí de Cavalls
- Ciutadella
- Port of Mahón
What to see in Menorca
Balearic Islands
Ciutadella

Menorca’s old capital, with a harbour, palaces and turquoise-water coves to the south.
- Historic centre
- Menorca Cathedral
- Cala Macarella
What to see in Ciutadella
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Ibiza

Walled Dalt Vila above the port, sunsets and coves: much more than parties.
- Dalt Vila
- Playa d'en Bossa
- Es Vedrà
What to see in Ibiza
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Formentera

Crystal-clear beaches like Ses Illetes, lighthouses and tracks for exploring by bike.
- Ses Illetes Beach
- La Mola
- La Savina
What to see in Formentera
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Mahón

Menorca’s capital, on one of the largest natural harbours in the world, with Georgian houses from the British era.
- Harbour
- Mercado del Claustro
- Isla del Rey
- La Mola Fortress
What to see in Mahón

When to go

May to October for beaches; June and September, with the water already warm and fewer people. In February Mallorca’s almond trees blossom, and in winter a lot closes on Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera.

What to eat

Ensaimada
Sobrasada
Tumbet
Caldereta de langosta (lobster stew)
Frit mallorquí

Recipes to make at home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in the Balearic Islands?

The must-sees: Mallorca, Palma de Mallorca, Sóller, Valldemossa, Menorca, Ciutadella, Ibiza, Formentera and Mahón. Each guide has its sights, where to stay, day trips and when to go.

When is the best time to visit the Balearic Islands?

What to eat in the Balearic Islands?

Ensaimada, Sobrasada, Tumbet, Caldereta de langosta (lobster stew) and Frit mallorquí. You’ll find the recipe for tumbet, ensaimada, coca de patata, caldereta de langosta (lobster stew) and flaó in their guides.

Which Balearic island should you choose?

Mallorca to combine city, mountains and coves; Menorca for quiet coves and families; Ibiza for atmosphere and sunsets; Formentera for beaches with crystal-clear water.

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