Majorca Guide

A tourist guide to the resort of Majorca

Majorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands. Like San Antonio in Ibiza, Majorca too has a party resort in the form of Magaluf. Majorca is also an excellent destination for the more sporting types among us, with plenty of watersports taking place at Cala Millor. There is also plenty to do in the cosmopolitan Palma town.

Food & Wine in Majorca

Menorca's cuisine is varied and typically features grilled pork, chicken and seafood menus as well as local dishes, which include:

  • Tapas
  • Arroz brut, a Majorcan paella.
  • Créme catalan, a rich crème caramel custard.

Local tipples include:

  • Local red wine.

Days & Nights in Majorca

If the lively bars and discos of Magaluf are not your thing, then the much quieter Puerto Pollensa or Cala d'Or maybe for you. Majorca has its fair share of English pubs and restaurants, but don't forget to try some of the more traditional Majorcan restaurants.

Sightseeing in Majorca

Apart from sunbathing Majorca does have some interesting attractions to visit during your stay. There are frequent excursions to neighbouring Menorca and the caves, caverns and subterranean lakes of Drach to name but a few.

Beaches in Majorca

Majorca has plenty of beautiful beaches, Cala d'Or and Puerto de Soller are favourite spots for tourists, with their sandy beaches and coves. You'll never be too far from the watersports if you need to cool yourself down after a hard day sunbathing either.

Majorca Fact File

Did you know Majorca is also called Mallorca?

The best airport for Majorca is Palma Mallorca Airport

Map of Majorca, The Spanish Islands
Average Temperatures
MonthAverage Daily Maximum Temp (°F / °C)
AprMajorca Avg Max Temp in April is 69 °F 69°F / 21°C
MayMajorca Avg Max Temp in May is 71 °F 71°F / 22°C
JunMajorca Avg Max Temp in June is 79 °F 79°F / 26°C
JulMajorca Avg Max Temp in July is 85 °F 85°F / 29°C
AugMajorca Avg Max Temp in August is 85 °F 85°F / 29°C
SepMajorca Avg Max Temp in September is 80 °F 80°F / 27°C
OctMajorca Avg Max Temp in October is 75 °F 75°F / 24°C

Daily Sunshine
MonthAverage Daily Sunshine (Hours)
AprMajorca Avg Sunshine in April is 7 Hours 7 Hours
MayMajorca Avg Sunshine in May is 10 Hours 10 Hours
JunMajorca Avg Sunshine in June is 10 Hours 10 Hours
JulMajorca Avg Sunshine in July is 11 Hours 11 Hours
AugMajorca Avg Sunshine in August is 10 Hours 10 Hours
SepMajorca Avg Sunshine in September is 8 Hours 8 Hours
OctMajorca Avg Sunshine in October is 6 Hours 6 Hours