Sightseeing around mallorca

Bellver Castle – The Royal Residence of Jaume II

Perched on a hill overlooking Palma, Bellver Castle is a rare example of circular Gothic architecture in Europe. Commissioned by King Jaume II in the 14th century as a royal residence, the castle later served as a mint in the 19th century. Its unique structure includes three towers and a central keep arranged over four storeys, encircling a two-storey bailey and courtyard built above a deep well. Don’t miss the chapel on the second floor.

Palma Cathedral – La Seu

Dominating Palma’s skyline, La Seu rises from the old city walls and boasts a dramatic history, begun in 1221 and completed in 1601. The cathedral’s three vast naves include the Trinidad Chapel, the resting place of Kings Jaume II and III. The south-facing Mirador Door, designed by Guillem Sagrera, features intricate geometric sculptures, while the main entrance is flanked by four imposing columns.

Architect Antoni Gaudí contributed to its early 20th-century restoration, and contemporary artist Miquel Barceló added striking ceramic murals. Look out for N’Eloi, the largest of the nine cathedral bells — over two metres wide and weighing 4,500 kg.

La Lonja – Palma’s Historic Guildhall

Designed by Guillem Sagrera in 1426, La Lonja is one of Mallorca’s finest examples of civil Gothic architecture. Its soaring single-nave interior features a vaulted ceiling supported by helical columns. Outside, the Consulado del Mar — now the seat of the Regional Government — stands beside a leafy courtyard. The surrounding streets are full of artisan shops, cafés, and charming restaurants.

Valldemossa – Romantic Retreat of the Arts

Nestled in the Tramuntana hills, Valldemossa is famed for its Royal Charterhouse, founded in the 14th century. After the monastery's confiscation in the 1830s, the estate hosted illustrious guests, including composer Frédéric Chopin and writer George Sand, whose book A Winter in Majorca recounts their stay and celebrates the island’s serene beauty.