The Balearic Islands in 4 Days: Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza TRIP BLOG Photo: Paul Stephenson · CC BY 2.0
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The Balearic Islands in 4 Days: Majorca, Menorca and Ibiza

4 DAYS 4 places by WaTrips

Palma Cathedral and Bellver Castle, the coast of Majorca, Cala Macarella on Menorca and Ibiza's Dalt Vila.

The Balearics are more than party islands. In Palma de Mallorca, see the great Gothic cathedral by the sea and the round Bellver Castle, then explore Majorca's coves and mountain villages. Ferry to Menorca for the turquoise water of Cala Macarella, and end in Ibiza's Dalt Vila, a UNESCO-listed walled old town. May, June and September are best.

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Bellver Castle

Bellver Castle stands on a hill above Palma de Mallorca. It was built in the 14th century and is one of the few round castles in Europe. A circular courtyard is ringed by two floors of arches, and a large tower is linked by a bridge. It houses the city history museum and gives views over the bay of Palma.

Best weather: Mar – Jul
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Cala Macarella

Cala Macarella is a cove on the southwest coast of Menorca. Its white sand and turquoise water are surrounded by pine-covered limestone cliffs. A path leads to its smaller neighbour, Cala Macarelleta. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Balearic Islands, protected as part of a nature area.

Best weather: Apr – Aug
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Dalt Vila

Dalt Vila is the old upper town of Ibiza, enclosed by 16th-century Renaissance walls. Its cobbled streets climb to the cathedral and castle at the top, with views over the harbour. The walls are among the best preserved of their kind. Dalt Vila is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site that also covers Ibiza's sea grass meadows.

Best weather: Mar – Jul

Seasons from 20 years of NASA POWER climate data.

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