Water sports, adventure, food tours and cultural experiences — 2026 guide
Palma de Mallorca offers an extraordinary range of activities for every type of traveller. From adrenaline-pumping water sports to relaxed culinary experiences, the variety has expanded dramatically as Palma has evolved into one of Europe's most dynamic destinations.
Water-based activities dominate the summer months, with jet skiing, parasailing, and paddleboarding all available along the Bay of Palma. For food lovers, the Santa Catalina neighbourhood offers tapas tours, cooking classes, and market visits. Adventure seekers can try hot air balloon flights over the island, canyoning in the Tramuntana mountains, or deep-sea diving in marine reserves.
Jet skiing (from €70), stand-up paddleboarding (from €25), parasailing (from €55), scuba diving (from €65), kayaking (from €35), and snorkelling (from €30). The best water sports season is May-October with water temperatures of 20-26°C.
Palma has excellent rainy-day options: Palma Aquarium, La Seu Cathedral, Es Baluard contemporary art museum, cooking classes, spa and wellness centres, and the CaixaForum cultural centre. Rainy days are rare (average 50 days/year), mostly in autumn.
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