Weave through Palma's ancient Arab Quarter, Modernista market, and the boutique bodegas of Santa Catalina with a local culinary expert — tasting ensaïmada, sobrassada, Mallorcan wines, and tapas that tell the island's layered cultural story. The most delicious way to read a city.
What to expect
The tour begins at the extraordinary Mercat de l'Olivar — Palma's grand covered market — where your guide introduces you to the island's finest charcuterie, cheeses, and seasonal produce. You wind through the Casc Antic's narrow medieval lanes, pausing at a traditional pastisseria for warm ensaïmada and café amb llet. The route leads to Santa Catalina, Palma's most vibrant foodie neighbourhood, for tastings of local olive oils, Binissalem red wines, and creative pintxos at a neighbourhood bar. The guide weaves in the history of Arab, Jewish, and Catalan influences that make Mallorcan cuisine so singular.
Good to know
The tour starts in the city centre, approximately 15 minutes by taxi from the cruise terminal. A 3–4 hour private tour is perfectly sized for a port day. Book as a private experience for maximum flexibility on pace and timing. Wear comfortable shoes — Palma's old town streets are cobblestoned. Alert your guide to any dietary restrictions well in advance.