Regional guide

Balearic Islands travel guide

Mediterranean islands with distinct towns, coves, inland routes and transport limits outside the main resorts.

Reviewed 28 August 2026 Start planning
Port de Sóller and the surrounding Tramuntana coast

Mallorca and Ibiza need island-level planning as well as separate guides to Palma and Ibiza Town. Choose an island first, then decide whether the capital or a coastal base fits the trip.

Plan the region

Flight and ferry schedules shape island combinations. Public transport works best around the capitals and larger resorts, while remote coves and rural stays need more careful planning.

Destinations in Balearic Islands

  • Mallorca: Mallorca is a large and varied island with a historic capital, mountain villages, family resorts, quiet inland towns and coves that require careful transport planning.
  • Ibiza: Ibiza combines famous nightlife with quiet northern coves, inland villages, family beaches and a fortified capital that deserves separate city time.

Use the route planner to keep stops in a sensible travel corridor.

Sources and updates

This guide was last reviewed on 28 August 2026. Transport, access and opening arrangements can change, so check the official source before travel.