This music festival has grown from humble beginnings nearly 30 years ago to an internationally renowned event, with musicians performing from all over the globe.
Their web site has a full list of concerts and venues from April-September.
A well known classical music festival in the Port de Soller held during September-October, attracting international status.
This two-day event during the second week of May commemorates the battle in Port de Soller against the invading Moors on May 11th 1561. Sunday is a traditional market, with local produce and livestock, followed by Es Firo on the Monday, a re-enactment mock battle ending triumphantly and noisily in the main square.
August 24th celebrates Soller’s patron Saint Bartholomew, with plenty of cultural activities and events. In recent years it has been celebrated with a ‘carrefoc’ or fire run through the town. These events are not to be missed!
Close to Port Andratx is the CCA art center and gallery, which was founded in 2001. The gallery, studios, shop and café/restaurant are housed in a traditional Mallorquin building, surrounded by stunning countryside. The interior courtyard is the venue for many concerts and flamenco performances. Conference facilities are available.
Tel: {0034} 971 137 770
C/ Estanyera 2
07150, Andratx
Mallorca
Situated on the hill overlooking the bay of Palma, this Castle houses the History of Mallorca Museum & Classical Sculpture Collection. The unique circular interior courtyard is the venue for many concerts during the summer. There are great views from the battlements out over the bay.
Tel: {0034} 971 730 657
Camilo Jose Cela
Palma de Mallorca
Exhibition center and gallery at the top of the Borne set in an impressive Palazzio, displaying works from major artists.
The exhibitions change regularly. The building also houses the municipal visitors' bookshop.
Paseo del Born 27
Palma de Mallorca
An interesting modern art gallery and museum in an exceptional location on the old town's harbourside fortifications. The museum has a large permanent exhibition of works by Spanish Modern artists as well as changing exhibitions from all over the world. Even for those not keen on modern art, the museum is worth a visit just for its location and the fantastic views over the harbour. A great place for sunset drinks.
Tel: {0034} 971 908 200
Placa Porta de Santa Catalina 10
07012, Palma de Mallorca
Exhibition and Cultural center sponsored by the bank of the same name. The gallery hosts major exhibitions throughout the year, on extremely varied themes and multi-media.
Pl Wayler 3
Palma de Mallorca
Set in Miro's former residence and studio, with a good art and sculpture collection by Miro and changing exhibitions from other artists. Wonderful architecture, beautiful gardens and good views. A must for any art lover!
Tel: {0034} 971 701 420
[email protected]
www.miro.palmademallorca.es
Joan de Saridakis 29
07015, Palma de Mallorca
For those based in Palma, there are irregular guided tours of some of the old town Palazzio's patios (courtyards), normally off limits to the public. The tours generally take place at the beginning and the end of the summer season. Enquire at the tourist office.
Built on the site of an existing Mosque after the defeat of the Moors, the Cathedral dominates the sea front of Palma and is the central landmark of the harbour. A visit to this imposing, awe inspiring and iconic building is a must whilst in Palma, followed by a stroll around the surrounding gardens. At night, the view of the illuminated Cathedral gives a unique atmosphere to the whole harbour.
Tel: {0034} 971 723 130
Next door to the Cathedral, this Moorish Palace was originally built as a Citadel, and became the residence of Mallorcan Kings from the 14thC. It is still today the official residence of the King and Queen of Spain.
The main highlights are the separate Kings and Queens quarters, the Great Hall and St. Anne’s Chapel.
C/ Palan Reial 20
Palma de Mallorca
Tel: {0034} 971 214 134
This is a small museum in the Barri Gothic medieval quarter; the 10th Century Arabic Baths has a charming adjoining garden,
and is worth a visit if you are touring the area.
Tel: {0034} 971 721 549
Carrer Serra 7
07001, Palma de Mallorca
Established over 90 years ago, and dedicated to children. Contains many activities meant to both amuse and educate young children from 1 to 10 years old. Open every day, 10am-5pm and from 10am-9pm on Fri.
Tel: (617) 426 6500
The old town is surrounded by a street called the “Contramurada”, which follows the line where the old city walls once stood. The old city is charming with its different quarters, palaces and churches. The market is held in the courtyard of a beautifully restored former convent, its worth going along just to see the building. There are many watchtowers to explore around the city; a full day can easily be spent visiting the narrow alleys and sights
What was originally a fortress, the Bastio de Sa Font was renovated and became the museum in the 1990’s.
The islands wealth of archaeological excavations, are housed here; collections include Iron Age skulls, Roman coins and jewellery.
This church in Ciutadella was rebuilt between 1748 and 1772 after the desecration of the cathedral by the Turks under Barbarossa in 1558 and the collapse of the vaults of the apse in 1626; the damage was quickly repaired in the original style. It is famously the home to a great organ with over 3000 pipes. Organ recitals are held daily.
This fortress was destroyed by the Spanish in 1782.
The interesting guided tour does take a few hours but is highly educational.
This area to the west of Fornells is of special interest due to the many archaeological finds and remains throughout the area; excavation is still underway. There is also a museum displaying the archaeological finds.
An incredible 19th Century fort to the side of the harbour in Mahon. This really is the landmark of the harbour.
Guided tours are available.
Situated in a former monastery, Menorca’s largest museum has on display archaeological finds from around the island;
plus a large collection of fine art.
Fort Marlborough was built by the British in the late 18th century and was named after the Duke of Marlborough.
The unusual seven-sided building withstood many attacks over the years but was never destroyed.
Located rather conveniently on the harbour front, this has to be a must to visit, as the gin can be sampled and bought on site {wonder if they serve it with tonic!}. Menorca was formally under British rule, and the port was teeming with English ships and sailors. As gin was the tipple of the day the Pons family started to import juniper berries and begin distilling the famous Xoriguer gin.
Take a walk up the old Roman road to the ruins of this castle, formally a Roman stronghold.
Great views as it’s one of the highest points on the island. The castle is close to Ferreries.