Which museums on the island have interactive exhibits that children would enjoy?

In Palma, the Es Baluard Contemporary Art Museum often features workshops and interactive spaces designed for younger visitors to engage creatively with modern art. Nearby, the Palma Aquarium provides a more immersive hands-on experience, where children can learn about marine life through touch pools and educational exhibits that bring the Mediterranean Sea to life. For a journey through Mallorca’s natural history, the Museu de Mallorca offers occasional kid-friendly activities that explore the island’s geology and archaeology in an accessible way.

Further afield, the Soller Railway museum includes appealing exhibits about the island’s unique train heritage, often sparking curiosity in children through interactive displays and real-life train carriages they can explore. Outdoor options abound too; the Jardí Botànic de Sóller allows for a tactile connection with local flora, which can be a great complement to more formal museum visits. Whether through art, science, or nature, these museums and centers encourage hands-on learning that captivates children and adds a rich layer to family travel on the island.