Royal Palace of La Almudaina

Rising beside Palma’s Gothic cathedral, the Royal Palace of La Almudaina blends Moorish origins with later Catalan-Gothic grandeur. Once an Islamic alcázar and later a royal residence, it remains an official site for Spanish monarchs and state ceremonies. Visitors can explore courtyards, tapestried halls, a chapel, and sea-facing ramparts with views over the bay. The palace is compact, historically layered, and easy to pair with nearby old-town sights. Go if you appreciate architecture that charts Mallorca’s shifting powers; skip if you prefer interactive museums over atmospheric, sparsely furnished rooms. Audio guides add context to a relatively quick visit.