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What to Book in Advance in Mallorca
A per-attraction verdict for Mallorca: what must be booked in advance and how far ahead, when tickets are released, the quietest time to visit and what it costs. Sorted by how early you need to act.
Verdicts checked 2026-09-29 · 7 verified verdicts
Book these in advance
Cuevas del Drach
Book 2 weeks aheadBook in advance, it sells out
Very popular caves run timed guided tours that often sell out in summer.
- How far ahead:
- 1-2 weeks ahead in summer
- Timed entry:
- Yes
- Quietest time:
- Late afternoon tours
- Typical price:
- EUR 15-20
Bellver Castle
Book 3 days aheadBooking ahead is recommended
A popular city castle that can have queues in summer, but same-day or a few days ahead works.
- How far ahead:
- A few days ahead in summer
- Timed entry:
- Yes
- Quietest time:
- Opening time on weekdays
- Typical price:
- EUR 4-7
Palma Aquarium
Book 2 days aheadBooking ahead is recommended
Popular aquarium that can have long queues in summer; booking skips the line.
- How far ahead:
- A few days ahead in summer
- Timed entry:
- No
- Quietest time:
- Right at opening
- Typical price:
- EUR 25-36
Walk in, no need to pre-book
Soller Tram
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
A heritage tram where you simply buy a ticket at the station on the day.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Early mornings
- Typical price:
- EUR 8-15
La Granja
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
A smaller museum and gardens where buying a ticket on arrival is normally fine.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Opening hours on weekdays
- Typical price:
- EUR 10-15
Free, no ticket needed
Alcudia Old Town
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
Old town streets and walls are freely walkable with no admission charge.
- Quietest time:
- Early morning
- Typical price:
- Free
Cap de Formentor
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A natural viewpoint and lighthouse area with no admission charge.
- Quietest time:
- Early weekday morning
- Typical price:
- Free
Port de Sóller
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A harbour town and bay with no admission charge to simply visit.
- Quietest time:
- Late morning on weekdays
- Typical price:
- Free
Serra de Tramuntana
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A public mountain range and landscape, no admission ticket required to visit.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings, spring and autumn
- Typical price:
- Free
Booking questions about Mallorca
What should I book in advance in Mallorca?
Book these first: Cuevas del Drach (1-2 weeks ahead in summer), Bellver Castle (A few days ahead in summer), Palma Aquarium (A few days ahead in summer). Everything else can be bought on the day or is free.
Do I need to book Cuevas del Drach in advance?
Yes. Very popular caves run timed guided tours that often sell out in summer. How far ahead: 1-2 weeks ahead in summer.
Do I need to book Bellver Castle in advance?
It is recommended. A popular city castle that can have queues in summer, but same-day or a few days ahead works. How far ahead: A few days ahead in summer.
Do I need to book Palma Aquarium in advance?
It is recommended. Popular aquarium that can have long queues in summer; booking skips the line. How far ahead: A few days ahead in summer.
Do I need to book Alcudia Old Town in advance?
No, entry is free. Old town streets and walls are freely walkable with no admission charge.
Do I need to book Cap de Formentor in advance?
No, entry is free. A natural viewpoint and lighthouse area with no admission charge.
Do I need to book Port de Sóller in advance?
No, entry is free. A harbour town and bay with no admission charge to simply visit.
Do I need to book Serra de Tramuntana in advance?
No, entry is free. A public mountain range and landscape, no admission ticket required to visit.
Verdicts are compiled from official ticketing policies and visitor demand and are checked periodically. Always confirm on the official site before you travel.
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