When the kids have moved out and the day-to-day grind has finally given into your golden years, it’s time to think about yourself for once. Gone are the days of business trips and holidays with baby buggies in tow – now your travels are all about you. And for those looking to escape the later winter doldrums of England, a trip to Mallorca might be just what the doctor ordered.
Though a small island, Mallorca is packed with so many charming towns that it’s difficult to choose just one for your holiday. Luckily, its manageable size makes day trips a breeze. If you’re staying in the northern region of the island, a day trip to Pollença should be at the top of your list. From sunrise to sunset, here are our best picks in this lovely and serene rural town.
Morning
Start your day out on the water with a sailing excursion at the northern tip of Mallorca. Board a comfortable and classic 22-metre sailboat to explore the many bays and coves around Pollença. The boat reservation includes snorkelling equipment and a minimum of two swimming stops in the temperate and turquoise Mediterranean.
Sailing trips are available from May to October
Prices for half-day excursion start at €60
Lunch
After a morning of easy swimming, sailing, and snorkelling, you’ve probably worked up an appetite. Enjoy the Spanish way of life with tapas at Manzanas Y Peras. Located the bottom of the Calvari steps on the Plaza Seglars, this restaurant has become very popular with visitors and locals alike. Ingredients for their menu are sourced from local suppliers, giving you a true taste of the Mediterranean.
Open Monday – Friday, 11:00-15:50 and 19:00-22:00; Sundays, 10:00-16:00. Closed on Saturdays.
Closed during the winter and reopens in March.
Carrer del Martell, 6, 07460 Pollença, Illes Balears, Spain
+34 971 53 22 92
Afternoon
er lunch, take a leisurely stroll through Pollença’s old town. Unlike other towns in Mallorca, Pollença has retained much of its authenticity in the face of tourism and development. With roots that date back to medieval times, Pollença Town is full of narrow, winding streets and cobbled squares. Don’t miss the Roman bridge (a clue to the town’s long history), Calvari Church, Santo Domingo Cloister, and the Sunday market.
Dinner
After a full day, treat yourself to dinner at one of Pollença’s best restaurants. Restaurante Centric is located conveniently in the centre of town and serves up traditional Spanish food with a modern flair. A perennially popular restaurant, we recommend you book ahead.
Carrer Ecònom Torres, 14, 07470 Puerto Pollensa, Illes Balears, Spain
Sunday – Saturday 9:00 –11:00
+34 971 86 58 78
A Relaxed Night Out
Why end the night with dinner? Though not known for its rowdy nightlife by any means, Pollença does have several bars and pubs with cosy, welcoming atmospheres. Your best bets will be around the Main Square and near the Pinewalk. Sip on a drink outside on the terrace, or enjoy some lovely live music.
How to Get There
To get to Pollença, you’ll have to fly into Palma, Mallorca’s capital. From the airport, Pollença and the northern regions are only a 45-minute drive away. For a more comfortable ride, consider booking a private Mallorca airport transfer to take you to your accommodation. Alternatively, you can take the bus route #340 from Palma straight to the port de Pollença.
If you’re intending to go into Pollença for a day trip only, you may be best off renting a car. As a small and rural town, Pollença has few public transit routes that connect it with the rest of the northern region.
