Top 10 Things To Do in Palma Nova

Palma Nova beach is a quintessential example of the stunning beaches in Majorca. It boasts two wide stretches of white sand leading to a clear and shallow sea.

The beach, lined with eateries and chiringuitos, offers ample loungers and parasols for hire, as well as space for your own towel. Lifeguards are on duty for safety. Visitors can even engage in beach yoga and fitness bootcamps on the sand.

Nearby, there’s the golden-sand Platja de Son Maties, and other popular spots like Magaluf beach, Cala Vinyes, and the trendy Playa del Cabo Falcón are also within easy reach.

The tranquil bay of Palma Nova is perfect for water sports in Majorca, with paddleboarding being a popular choice.

Along the beach, you can rent equipment or take lessons, and there are even paddle yoga classes for those looking for a challenge. Its popularity is due to its relaxing nature and suitability for beginners. One company even offers e-paddleboards, which can be likened to electric scooters for the sea.

For adrenaline seekers, there are options like wakeboarding, jet ski hire, parasailing, and banana boat rides available right from the beach.

Just a ten-minute drive from Palma Nova, or a brief journey on the 106 bus, lies Western Water Park, one of the best waterparks in Majorca.

This Wild-West-themed park caters to all ages, featuring spiralling slides, side-by-side lane racers, vertical drops, plunge bowls, and a half-pipe. Challenge your friends on the mat racer, brave the Grand Canyon or the hurricane in a giant ring, or enjoy the wave pool, a relaxing pool, and a lazy river with optional rapids.

For younger visitors, there are dedicated areas like La Ponderosa, Coyote Park, and El Alamo, ensuring fun for the whole family.

Magaluf has been a famous party destination for decades and remains a fabulous spot for Majorca nightlife, offering drinks, dancing, and fun.

The Magaluf beach itself is a treat, wide and sandy, and backed by hotels with beach-front bars and restaurants. In the evening, you can choose the night that matches your mood. There are sports bars and Irish-style pubs like Finnigan’s and Mulligan’s, or you can opt for a themed cocktail at the popular Peaky Blinders bar.

For a classic club vibe, venues like TigerTiger, Tokio Joe's, the world-famous BCM, Bananas, or Panama Jack’s are perfect choices.

Katmandu Park is a recently revamped, multi-attraction park with activities for all the family. There’s an upside house of illusions; featuring fully immersive and colourful themed zones including a mirror maze, rainbow tunnel, yeti cave and musical forest.

You’ll love the 4D immersive virtual experiences and the expedition-themed mini-golf course. Little ones will enjoy the small water zone and super-fun soft-play area, while big kids can have fun in a virtual laser shoot-out with zombies.

There are several 4D adventure rides for all ages, plus a spy-worthy 4D laser challenge.

Golf Fantasia is an ultra-popular minigolf bar and café that’s been a roaring success since it opened in the ‘90s. There are three tropical-themed, 18-hole courses to choose from with various tricky and amusing holes, or you can play all 54 holes in your own time.

On your way round the course you can fuel up with snacks and fast food, enjoy an ice-cream or order a cocktail, chilled beer or ice-cold slushie. It’s a family friendly venue for all ages but is open until midnight – ideal for dates.

Just next-door to Palma Nova, the Kart Magaluf go-kart track is another popular attraction. Kids and adults alike will enjoy tearing around the three, interconnecting tracks in go-karts at up to 90 kilometres an hour (for adults, only 10/20 kmph for little ones) or partaking in a sprint race.

Kids aged 8 to 16 can live out their racing-driver fantasy with a day of pilot school taught by a pro. There’s also a handy bar and café on-site in case any family members prefer to sit this one out.

Jungle Parc, a high-ropes adventure course, is just 30 minutes by bus or a 12-minute drive from Palma Nova and offers an array of things to do in Majorca for families.

Set in a pine forest, the park presents three courses to choose from. The Explorador is designed for families and adults (minimum age 10), Extremo offers more challenging activities (minimum age 12), and Piratas is a continuous belay course specially tailored for kids, with activities ranging between 1 and 7 metres.

Across all courses, participants can enjoy bridges, nets, swings of varying difficulties, and zip lines of various lengths. Explorador boasts a tree-top bike, Extremo features wobbly swings, snowboarding, and tightropes, while Piratas includes a pirate boat, ensuring a fun and adventurous day for everyone.

Palma, the island's vibrant capital, is replete with activities and sights that can entertain visitors for at least a week, although even a day trip can offer a substantial taste of the city.

Its centre features a labyrinth of narrow, charming streets and expansive, sun-drenched squares, all lined with an array of tapas bars and shops. The Passeig del Born, a broad, tree-lined avenue, is perfect for promenading, shopping, and dining both during the day and at night.

Cultural attractions include the Es Baluard Contemporary Art Museum and the Museu Fundació Joan March. The magnificent cathedral impresses with its cavernous interior and imposing exterior. For outdoor enjoyment, the Parc del Mar provides a palm-lined waterside promenade, while the shaded, walled gardens of the palace offer a tranquil retreat.

The city abounds with trendy eateries, drinking spots, shopping venues, galleries, churches, and beautiful architecture, making it a treasure trove for those seeking the best things to do in Palma.

Palma Nova and Magaluf are great places to pick up a small boat tour and see more of the island. Glass-bottomed boats along the nearby coast are one of the most popular activities with families, allowing a glimpse at the local underwater inhabitants.

Other popular trips include full-day boats which take you to secluded bays you can’t easily access from land. They usually include lunch, some drinks and a chance to swim, kayak or paddleboard.

There are also sunset tours, catamarans and jet-boat excursions including stops for swimming and snorkelling.