Holidays to Majorca
Sun-drenched sandy beaches, a scenic interior and Spanish dining done the Balearic way, holidays to Majorca are a Mediterranean dream you will not want to wake up from!
Bright sunshiny days
Three hundred days of sunshine per year meet more than 260 knock-out beaches – we’re sold! Majorca is the bee's knees when it comes to classic overseas beach breaks, with Magaluf one of the most popular resorts on the island for chilled-out, lazy days by the sea.
For a sun-kissed, water-themed adventure, clamber aboard a glass-bottom boat from Santa Ponsa in the southwest for a trip to Sa Dragonera Island Reserve. It’s as reptilian as it sounds – lizard-spotting, swimming and sangria await. What’s more, you’ll find no shortage of snorkelling, kayaking and windsurfing opportunities wherever you are on the coast.
Peak performance
As idyllic and popular as the island’s beaches are, there’s also a greener and more rugged side to Majorca that delivers sensational views and a killer leg workout to boot.
Swap sand in your toes for stones under your feet by hitting the trails of the UNESCO-crowned Serra de Tramuntana mountain range (aka the backbone of Majorca). For a hike that still leaves you looking Insta-presentable, sign yourself up to the Talaia d’Alcúdia. It’s a 30–to-40-minute ramble that will take you to a 16th-century lookout tower. Catch your breath and enjoy the unbeatable sea views.
Historic hits
With a history dating way back to the Neolithic period (10,000 BCE - 2,200 BCE), Majorca is a historic destination with plenty of extraordinary ancient attractions worth giving up your sunbed for.
For a big leap back in time, travel to Artá to see the talayotic village of Ses Paisses and Capocorb Vell near to Llucmajor for more talayotic ruins. Otherwise head north to Alcúdia, where you can explore the Roman city of Pollentia and wander around (and on) the medieval walls of the Old Town.
Sneak Peek
Best for... Active mornings, beachy afternoons and culinary evenings 🌴
Go... In summer to catch the peak of hot weather ☀️
You have to... Spend an afternoon tapas tasting in Palma 🦐
Majorca holiday deals
Flipflop Surfing Playa
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- 19 October 2025
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- 22 September 2025
- 7 nights
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Details
Currency
Euro
Language
Spanish and Catalan
Time difference
GMT +1
Cost of a beer
€4
3-course meal
€25 - €30
Flight time
Around 2.5 hrs
Top beaches: Blue flags and beyond
The northern Playa de Alcúdia is Majorca’s longest beach, perfect for long walks and spreading out like a starfish. With calm seas and watersports, it’s also great for kids.
The water at Cala Pi in the south, meanwhile, will have you whipping off your sunnies to check if the sea really is that turquoise – it is! The little cove is made for snorkelling, too. To escape the crowds, visit the northeastern Cala Matzoc, a quiet and sometimes empty sandy beach in the Llevant Peninsula National Park.
Food and drink: Delicious, ham I right?
Pork is something of a staple in Majorca, so expect to see a fair few tasty variations of it during your stay (ham croquettes, pork kebabs, sausages, etc). Head to Palma, where the streets are chock-a-block with tapas bars (Sa Gerreria is good for non-touristy tapas).
Eating your way through a massive paella at the beach is a must, and a seafood version of this famous dish can be found off the Playa de Muro in the north. For local grub, pop into one of the restaurants scattered throughout the Serra de Tramuntana and try arrós brut (which translates as dirty rice!), a Majorcan dish made from a mix of meat, veg, mushrooms and rice.
Culture and history: Cathedrals and castles
The Majorcan capital of Palma is a mini history hub. There’s the cathedral, La Seu, its neighbour Palau de L’Almudaina (an Islamic fort-cum-royal residence) and the 14th-century hilltop Bellver Castle.
Elsewhere, at the top of Puig de Sant Salvador in Felanitx, you’ll find a 14th-century monastery overlooking rolling hills and farmland, while near Sant Elm, you can discover Torre de Cala en Basset, which watches over the Balearic Sea.
When to go to Majorca
For hot days on the beach and even hotter parties at night, summer is the best time to visit Majorca. But remember - travelling either side of the school hols means fewer crowds.
For cheap Majorca holidays, either book your break well in advance or look to travel to the island outside of the peak summer months. October is ideal for a happy medium when it’s still pretty warm, with highs around 22C.
Alternatively, you can expect pleasant weather and few tourists if you visit between March and May (outside the Easter holidays, mind). These months are ideal if you’re looking to explore a less sandy side of Majorca.
Top destinations in Majorca
Alcudia
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£219 pp
C'an Picafort
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£189 pp
Cala Bona
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£212 pp
Cala Millor
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£151 pp
Calas De Mallorca
