Start at Parc de la Mar
Begin at Parc de la Mar, facing La Seu and the bay. In the morning light, the Cathedral reflected in the water gives you the most memorable first look at Palma.
From here the route is simple: walk up to the Cathedral before the streets get busier and the heat settles in.
La Seu and the Almudaina Palace
The Cathedral of Santa Maria, La Seu, is Palma’s great landmark. Its stained glass, Gothic scale and sea-facing position make it the essential first visit.
Next door, the Royal Palace of La Almudaina adds another layer of history, from Islamic fortress to royal residence. Even a short walk around the palace and S’Hort del Rei gardens is worthwhile.
La Lonja and lunch at the market
Walk down to La Lonja, a refined Gothic building linked to Palma’s old trading power. The area around it is easy to explore on foot.
For lunch, head toward Mercat de l’Olivar. It is practical, central and good for a quick meal with local produce before returning to the old town.
Old-town streets and Bellver views
Spend the afternoon around Plaça Major, Plaça de Cort, the Town Hall and the narrow streets nearby. Look for noble courtyards, small shops and the old olive tree in Cort.
If you want a big panorama, go to Bellver Castle. If not, keep the afternoon gentle around Passeig del Born and the old Jewish quarter.
End in Santa Catalina
Finish in Santa Catalina, the former fishermen’s district near the seafront. It is full of small restaurants, bars and terraces that work well after a long walking day.
Dinner here gives the route a softer ending: less monument-hopping, more Palma at street level.