Approximately half of the island population live in this brilliant and vibrant city. Once dusk has fallen the city comes alive giving the legendary Spanish night life a run for its money. By day one can explore the hidden back streets of the old town littered with alley ways and hidden nooks or one can venture onto the tree-lined paseos punctuated with gothic buildings and designer boutiques.

A visit to the grand gothic cathedral, built between 1230 and 1600 over looking Palma bay, is imperative. Visitors stand amazed before its towering heights, intricate architecture and the curious Gaudi sculpture that is suspended from the ceiling. Alongside the cathedral is the Almudaina Palace built from the remains of and ancient Moorish edifice, which now serves as the home to the Mallorquin Royalty. The winding streets of this neighbourhood all accumulate at the Arab baths which are a defining character to this part of the city. In this area we can also find a masterpiece of gothic architecture; la Llotja, which is now a museum of art. To the east of the urban centre one can see the impressive Bellver Castle, the only entirely round castle in Europe. The old quarter is probably the best for a night out, full of bars and pubs where one can enjoy music, dancing and tapas. The centre of Palma has much to offer however the newer areas are more dispersed and take longer to travel around.