Where can I find the best panoramic views of Palma and the surrounding Mallorcan landscape?

Locals tend to seek out quiet spots away from the busy centre when looking for great views around Palma. One classic favourite is the Castell de Bellver, a historic circular castle perched on a hill just west of the city centre. From its ramparts, visitors can admire sweeping vistas of Palma’s red-tiled rooftops, the sparkling bay, and the Tramuntana mountains stretching inland. The castle grounds themselves are peaceful, often spotted with joggers and families enjoying the open air.

For a more natural vantage point, the winding Ma-10 road up to Puig de Sant Salvador offers stunning views over the east coast and the island’s characteristic terraced farmland. The hilltop sanctuary here is another popular spot to pause and take in the rugged beauty of the landscape as it rolls toward the Mediterranean.

Along the Serra de Tramuntana, the drive through Valldemossa and Deia treats adventurers to postcard-perfect scenes of cliffside villages nestled among olive groves and pine forests. The viewpoints around Formentor, especially near the Cap de Formentor lighthouse, provide dramatic panoramas of the island’s north coast, with turquoise coves and jagged cliffs that are unforgettable at sunset. Whether you choose urban historical sites or mountain viewpoints, the island’s diverse terrain offers spectacular sights at every turn.