Palma Tour Mallorca

Many visitors see Palma’s old town and seafront by bike, and some book a guide to ride with them.

Does a guide give you more than riding the coast alone? This article explains what a guided e-bike ride covers, what it costs, and when renting your own bike makes more sense.

A Palma e-bike tour suits a first, easy overview of the coast

A guided e-bike tour along Palma’s coast is worth it if you want to see the old town, the cathedral and the seafront with less effort than on foot.

The Palma Old Town & Coastal E-Bike Tour runs 1 or 2 hours, with a 3-hour ride on request. A local English-speaking guide leads it and stops for photos.

Book the Palma E-Bike Tour

Planning to go inside the cathedral too? Check the cathedral ticket prices first, since adult entry is 11 euros.

You pay for the guide and the planned route, not for the coast itself. Anyone can ride the seafront alone. The guide adds the explanation of what you pass and an order of stops you don’t have to plan.

If you already know the city well, renting a bike lets you go at your own pace. On a first visit, though, the guide saves you the planning and shows you the stories, viewpoints and shortcuts you would miss alone.

Old town, cathedral and Bellver Castle on one outing

The 3-hour, 15 km route covers Palma Cathedral, the Basilica de Sant Francesc and Convento de Santa Clara, plus part of the coastal bikeway.

Bellver Castle is on this route, but entry is not included. Plan to buy that ticket yourself. Prefer to ride on your own? Compare the Palma to Can Pastilla bike ride.

Check these details before visiting:

• Entry: €4, free on Sundays and for under-14s.
• October to March: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00.
• April to September: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 to 19:00.
• Sundays and public holidays: 10:00 to 15:00.
• Closed Mondays, 25 December, 1 January, 1 May and Easter Sunday.
• Last entry: 30 minutes before closing.

The coastal bike route runs from Portixol past the Molinar

The Ruta Litoral is Palma’s official coastal bike route. It starts at Aula del Mar in Portixol and ends at Cala Estància. Along the way it passes Passeig del Molinar, Ciutat Jardí, Es Penyó and Cala Gamba.

The official description names these places but gives no total distance or stop count, so ask the operator how far the ride goes. For your own bike, see bike rental types and transport options in Mallorca.

Self-guided options

• BiciPalma bikes

  Palma has 290 BiciPalma bikes. Pick one for a short ride without a set schedule.

• Coastal lane to S’Arenal

  The lane runs east from Palma past Portixol, Molinar and Ciutat Jardí. The ride to S’Arenal is about 9.7 km.

• Wider network

  More than 90 km of cycling paths cover the city. Use them to link the coast with the old town on your own route.

• Before you ride

  Check the map for stretches where the lane runs beside traffic, and pick the route that matches your comfort level.

Can a beginner keep up on an e-bike, and what does it demand?

No special fitness is needed. The tour page calls the ride easy, says the e-bike helps with effort, and describes a slow pace with many stops. You still need to know how to pedal, brake and turn in city traffic.

Not at ease on a bike? Take the walking tour of Palma’s old town instead.

Before you book, ask the operator these questions:

• Does the route include the climb to Bellver, and how much walking is involved?
• Can a child join based on their height and bike size?
• Is there a minimum age or height for this tour?
• Can a nervous rider take a standard bike, and how slow is the pace?

Before you ride

• Under 16? Make sure they wear a helmet, which Spanish road rules require on urban roads.
• Adults are not required to wear one on urban roads, but a helmet still protects.
• Check the helmet rules on the booking page before you pay.
• Prefer the old town on foot? Choose the walking tour instead.

Price and group size: what to compare on the booking page

Compare the final total in euros at payment, since the price moves with the tour and the booking date.

Published rides run from about €55 for 2 hours to about €75 for 2.5 hours with a Bellver Castle hike. Bike, helmet, guide and insurance are included. If you prefer to ride alone, compare electric scooter rental rates.

Group limits are set per tour: one 2-hour listing caps riders at four, a 3-hour one up to eight. Check yours before booking, and see the full range of city tours.

Guided or self-guided: choose by how much you want explained

Choose a guided tour if you want the old town, the cathedral and the coast linked into one story. The guide sets the order and explains each stop.

Choose a self-guided ride if you want to stop when you like or already know Palma. You set the pace. For a walk, see the Old Town walking tour.

Here is what each option sets for you and what it leaves to you.

Before you pay

• Check the total price in EUR on the payment page.
• Confirm what is included, such as the bike, guide and helmet.
• Confirm the language of the tour.
• Read the cancellation conditions.
• Ask the operator for the exact route and stops.
• Ask about bike return rules and depot hours, which the tour page does not give.

A guided e-bike ride is worth booking if you want a guide to explain the old town and the seafront. If you already know Palma or ride confidently, rent a bike and set your own pace.

Before you pay, check the total in euros, what it includes and the group size. Then ask the operator for the exact route.

Check dates and book your e-bike tour

Frequently asked questions

Is Palma de Mallorca good for cycling?

Yes, Palma is good for cycling. The city has more than 90 km of cycling paths, and the official coastal route, the Ruta Litoral, follows the shore from Portixol to Cala Estància.

You can ride from the city to the sea on your own.

Can I combine an e-bike tour with a walking tour in Palma?

Yes, but you need two separate bookings. The e-bike tour can pass old-town streets and landmarks, but its booking page does not offer a combined bike-and-walk ticket.

To cover the old town on foot, book the walking tour of Palma’s old town separately.

Do I need to book a Palma e-bike tour in advance?

Yes, book in advance. The Palma tour takes a deposit online to confirm your place, and the meeting point is sent only after that confirmation.

If you want a ride just for your group, ask for a private ride, which is offered on request.

What can I do in Palma after the e-bike tour?

Stay in the old town for our Palma Tapas Tour, a 2h30 evening food experience with a local guide, or taste local products on our market tour with wine, ham & cheese.