Rainy days on Mallorca – rare, refreshing, and (honestly?) kind of magical. 🌧️✨
While the island drinks in every drop, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down, explore indoors, and rediscover Mallorca from a new angle. And when the skies turn grey, we know exactly where to go – from soothing spa escapes and the underwater wonders of Palma Aquarium to inspiring art galleries and cozy wine tastings in rustic bodegas.
Think of it as Mallorca’s secret season, and we’ve rounded up the best spots to make the most of it.
🌿 13 Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Mallorca:
1️⃣ Visit a local bodega for a cozy wine tasting (one of our current favourites is Son Juliana) or a gin tasting with the amazing team behind Gin Eva – sip, swirl, and savour the island’s beverage heritage. 🍷
2️⃣ Wander the galleries of CCA Andratx or Es Baluard Museu in Palma and lose track of time among thought-provoking exhibitions, local talent, and beautifully quiet spaces. 🎨
3️⃣ Get lost in Palma’s free art spaces & courtyards – try Fundación Juan March, Casal Solleric or Can Balaguer for a peaceful afternoon filled with art, history, and stories behind old stone walls. 🏛️
4️⃣ Warm up with a hot chocolate & ensaïmada at Can Joan de S’Aigo (famous – but rightfully so!) and watch the rain trickle down Palma’s windows from this timeless café(s). 🍫
5️⃣ Treat yourself to a fancy spa day – think indoor pools, saunas, and thermal bliss! Try Grand Hotel Son Net in Puigpunyent, Castillo Hotel Son Vida overlooking Palma, Belmond La Residencia in Deià, Aethos Mallorca in Peguera or Four Seasons Mallorca in Formentor) and let the grey skies melt away in total serenity. 💆♀️
6️⃣ Explore a local market under cover – check our website for all the market details (here) and discover seasonal produce, friendly vendors, and the island’s cozy community spirit even on the rainiest mornings. 🥦
7️⃣ Watch a movie at your local cinema — or discover 150+ films at the upcoming EVOLUTION MALLORCA Film Festival (always taking place at the end of October) and immerse yourself in the island’s vibrant cultural pulse. 🎬
8️⃣ Visit the farm shops of Hort de Sa Vall and cook something traditionally Mallorcan after – gató de almendras or coca, anyone? Bring the island’s warmth straight into your kitchen. 🧺
9️⃣ Step into SONMO in Valldemossa – an incredible estate offering a unique glimpse into the heart of Mallorca’s past and present, where olive groves, art, and heritage meet in quiet harmony. 🫒🍸
🔟 Wrap up, wander the quiet streets, and breathe in the fresh air – then reward yourself with a stop at a local boutique like ISSO Mallorca 🛍️ (one of our favourite curations of local and international designers) or Viti Vinci 🌿 (distilled emotions by scent scientists – a visit for all the senses).
1️⃣1️⃣ Listen to a Mallorca podcast – we love Deià Unpacked, Mallorca Majorca, and Inselgeflüster for intimate island stories, travel tips, and new voices. 🎧
1️⃣2️⃣ Book a workshop and unleash your creativity – Studio Feliz Blau near Inca, Mel Saulek Art Studio near Cala Ratjada (or at the location of your choice), and Le Petit Atelier n°74 (great for kids & adults) in Palma invite you to slow down, get messy, and make something beautiful. 🎨
1️⃣3️⃣ Visit the Palma Aquarium and learn about their marine conservation projects across the Balearics, thanks to Palma Aquarium Fundacion – a colourful, immersive world reminding you why the sea here matters so deeply. 🐠
So next time the rain rolls in, don’t hide from it – slow down, lean in, and let Mallorca show you its softer side.
It’s calm, not gloom.
