Explore on your own rating
Simple bus or shuttle to a walkable old town.
Where ships dock
- Dique del Oeste cruise terminals (most ships)
- Paraires / Estación Marítima (some ships)
Getting to town
The cathedral is about 3–4 km from Dique del Oeste. EMT bus Line 1 runs toward the center (€2 cash, cheaper contactless, as reported). Cruise-line shuttles are also offered.
Taxis are metered. The waterfront walk is long but flat.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted; carry some cash for small purchases.
Entry: U.S. passport required. ETIAS (the EU travel authorization) is NOT yet in operation: the official EU site says no applications are being collected and a start date will be announced several months ahead (checked Oct 2026). Don't pay any site claiming to sell ETIAS now. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) does register non-EU travelers' passports and biometrics at Schengen external borders.
Top sights nearby
- La Seu Cathedral
- Almudaina Palace
- Bellver Castle
- Old town lanes
Beaches
- Can Pere Antoni (near the center)
- Playa de Palma (bus)
Safety & tips
- Cathedral has an entry fee and dress expectations.
- Summer heat is intense.
- Shops may close midafternoon.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Allow 30–45 minutes back from the old town.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.