Best Excursions in Majorca for Families (2027)

Planning your family holiday and wondering which excursions Majorca is really worth leaving the pool for? From spectacular caves and scenic mountain journeys to boat trips, dolphin watching and family attractions, there are some brilliant ways to explore more of the island.

The best Majorca excursions can also be a great way to break up a beach or resort holiday, particularly if you’re travelling with children who enjoy a little more adventure.

In this guide, we’ve picked our best excursions in Majorca for families for 2027, including options for younger children, teenagers and families looking for something memorable to do away from their hotel.

We’ll cover what each excursion involves, who we think it’s best for and practical tips for planning your day. Where suitable, we’ll also include ticket and tour options from GetYourGuide and Tiqets, so you can compare what’s available before booking.

If you’re looking for even more ideas, our Majorca with Kids guide covers waterparks, beaches, attractions and other family days out across the island.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Don’t fill every day of your holiday with organised excursions. For a typical one-week family holiday, we’d usually pick one or two standout experiences and leave plenty of time for the beach, pool and spontaneous days out.

1. Caves of Drach – Best Majorca Excursion for a Unique Experience

Location: Porto Cristo
Best for: Families, older children and anyone wanting something completely different from a beach day
Our verdict: One of the must-see excursions in Majorca

The Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach) are one of Majorca’s most famous attractions and would be high on our list for families wanting to experience something genuinely different during their holiday.

Hidden beneath the east coast near Porto Cristo, the enormous cave system is filled with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites and includes Lake Martel, one of the world’s largest underground lakes.

A visit takes you through the illuminated caves before reaching the underground lake, where the experience traditionally includes a short classical music performance.

Who Are the Caves of Drach Best For?

We’d particularly consider this excursion if:

• Your family enjoys exploring unusual places
• You want a break from beaches and swimming pools
• You’re looking for an excursion suitable for different generations
• Your children are interested in caves or geology
• You want one of Majorca’s most famous sightseeing experiences

It’s also a useful option when you want something that feels completely different from the typical resort activities.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: The cave environment can be damp and the walking surfaces may be different from what children are used to, so comfortable footwear is a much better choice than beach shoes or flip-flops.

2. Sóller Train & Tram – Best Scenic Excursion in Majorca

Location: Palma to Sóller and Port de Sóller
Best for: Families who enjoy sightseeing, trains and scenic journeys
Our verdict: One of the most memorable ways to see Majorca’s mountain scenery

The historic Sóller train is one of Majorca’s most distinctive family excursions. The wooden train travels from Palma towards Sóller, passing through countryside, tunnels and the spectacular Serra de Tramuntana mountains along the way.

Once you reach Sóller, you can explore the town before continuing towards Port de Sóller on the traditional wooden tram.

The combination of the old-fashioned train, mountain scenery and seaside destination makes this particularly good for families who want to see another side of Majorca without spending the day at a waterpark or beach.

Who Is the Sóller Train Best For?

We think this excursion works particularly well for:

• Families with children who love trains
• Parents wanting a slower-paced sightseeing day
• Families staying around Palma or the south-west of Majorca
• Anyone wanting to see the Tramuntana mountain scenery
• Families looking for an excursion suitable for different generations

Allow enough time to explore rather than treating the train as simply a return journey. Sóller and Port de Sóller are both worth spending some time in.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: If you’re travelling during the busy summer months, plan this excursion in advance. The historic train is one of Majorca’s best-known experiences and popular departures can be busy.

3. Majorca Boat Trip – Best Excursion for a Day on the Water

Location: Departures from resorts around Majorca
Best for: Families who enjoy swimming, snorkelling and exploring the coastline
Our verdict: One of the best ways to experience Majorca away from the busy resorts

A Majorca boat trip is one of our favourite family excursions, particularly if you want to see some of the island’s beautiful coastline and hidden coves that are difficult to reach from the road.

There are plenty of different options available, from relaxed catamaran cruises to smaller coastal boat trips with stops for swimming and snorkelling.

Many family-friendly trips include several hours on the water, giving you time to enjoy the scenery, swim in the Mediterranean and simply relax away from the resort.

Which Majorca Boat Trip Should You Choose?

The best departure point will usually depend on where you’re staying.

Palma has a good choice of catamaran and sailing trips, while families staying in the north around Alcudia can find boat excursions exploring Majorca’s northern coastline.

When comparing trips, we’d look at:

• Total excursion length
• Where the boat departs from
• Swimming and snorkelling stops
• Whether food or drinks are included
• Shade available on board
• Age suitability for children
• How easy it is to reach the departure point from your hotel

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Choose a boat trip departing reasonably close to your resort. Spending an extra hour travelling across Majorca in each direction can turn a relaxing half-day cruise into a very long day with children.

4. Palma Aquarium – Best Excursion for Younger Children

Location: Palma
Best for: Families with younger children, marine-life fans and mixed-weather days
Our verdict: An easy family excursion that works particularly well when you want a break from the beach

Palma Aquarium is one of Majorca’s most popular family attractions and a good choice if your children are fascinated by sharks, tropical fish and marine life.

The aquarium has a wide range of exhibits to explore, with one of the highlights being the impressive Big Blue shark tank. There are also Mediterranean and tropical marine habitats, making it much more than somewhere to simply spend an hour out of the sun.

Most families should allow around 2–3 hours for a visit, although you can easily spend longer if your children enjoy taking their time around the exhibits.

Who Is Palma Aquarium Best For?

We’d particularly recommend Palma Aquarium for:

• Families with younger children
• Children who love sharks and marine life
• Families staying around Palma or Playa de Palma
• A cooler activity during very hot weather
• A useful option if the weather isn’t suitable for the beach

It can also be combined with some time exploring Palma if you want to turn it into a longer family day out.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Don’t necessarily save Palma Aquarium only for a rainy day. During the hottest part of summer, having a few hours away from the midday heat can make it a very useful addition to your itinerary.

5. Dolphin Watching – Best Majorca Excursion for Wildlife

Location: Various departure points around Majorca
Best for: Families who love wildlife and being out on the water
Our verdict: A memorable family experience if seeing dolphins is high on your holiday wish list

A dolphin-watching excursion in Majorca can be one of the most memorable experiences of a family holiday, with several boat trips offering the chance to look for dolphins in the waters surrounding the island.

Trips vary depending on where you’re staying, with some departing early in the morning when conditions can be particularly good for spotting marine life.

The experience is very different from a normal sightseeing cruise. Rather than simply following the coastline, the focus is on heading out to areas where dolphins may be encountered in their natural environment.

Of course, these are wild animals, so sightings can never be guaranteed.

Who Is Dolphin Watching Best For?

We think dolphin-watching excursions are particularly suited to:

• Families with children fascinated by wildlife
• Older children and teenagers
• Families looking for a memorable holiday experience
• Anyone comfortable spending a few hours at sea
• Families who don’t mind an early start if the best tour requires one

If anyone in your family is prone to seasickness, it’s worth considering the length of the trip and sea conditions before booking.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Choose a responsible operator that observes dolphins from an appropriate distance rather than promising close encounters. Seeing wild dolphins should be about observing their natural behaviour, not chasing or disturbing them.

6. Palma de Mallorca – Best Excursion for Sightseeing

Location: Palma
Best for: Families who enjoy sightseeing, historic buildings, shopping and exploring
Our verdict: A great change of pace from Majorca’s beaches and resort days

A day exploring Palma de Mallorca is one of the easiest excursions to add to a family holiday, particularly if you’re staying elsewhere on the island and want to experience Majorca’s capital.

The city’s standout landmark is Palma Cathedral (La Seu), which dominates the waterfront and is one of the most impressive sights in Majorca.

Around the cathedral you’ll find narrow streets, historic buildings, shops, cafés and plenty of places to stop while exploring. Families can easily combine sightseeing with lunch, shopping or a walk along the waterfront.

Unlike some organised excursions, Palma also gives you plenty of flexibility. You can spend just a few hours exploring or make a full day of it depending on your children’s ages and interests.

What Can Families Do in Palma?

Some of our favourite options include:

• Visit Palma Cathedral
• Explore the streets of Palma’s Old Town
• Walk along the waterfront
• Stop for ice cream or lunch in the city
• Browse the shops and local markets
• Combine Palma with Palma Aquarium
• Take a sightseeing bus if younger children get tired of walking

For families staying outside Palma, an organised tour or sightseeing bus can also make exploring the city easier.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Don’t try to see everything in one visit with children. Pick two or three things you really want to do and leave some time simply to wander around the Old Town and stop for food or ice cream.

7. Serra de Tramuntana & Valldemossa – Best Scenic Day Trip

Location: North-west Majorca
Best for: Families who enjoy scenery, exploring villages and getting away from the resorts
Our verdict: One of the best excursions for seeing a completely different side of Majorca

The Serra de Tramuntana mountains stretch along Majorca’s north-west coast and provide some of the most spectacular scenery on the island.

One of the easiest places for families to experience the area is Valldemossa, a beautiful mountain village surrounded by hills and traditional stone buildings.

Rather than being an attraction with rides or activities, this excursion is about slowing things down, exploring the village and enjoying the scenery.

You can wander through Valldemossa’s narrow streets, stop for lunch or something sweet and combine the village with other viewpoints and stops around the Tramuntana mountains.

Who Is Valldemossa Best For?

We’d particularly consider this excursion for:

• Families with older children and teenagers
• Parents wanting to see more of Majorca than the main resorts
• Families who enjoy scenic road trips
• Anyone interested in traditional Majorcan villages
• Families looking for a quieter day between busier attractions

If you’re hiring a car, Valldemossa also works well as part of a wider day exploring the Tramuntana region.

Our Car Hire Majorca guide covers what UK families need to know if you’re planning to explore the island independently.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Don’t try to squeeze too many mountain villages into one day. Valldemossa is much more enjoyable when you have time to explore rather than treating it as a quick photo stop.

8. Katmandu Park – Best Excursion for Older Kids

Location: Magaluf
Best for: Families with school-age children and teenagers
Our verdict: A fun choice when the kids want something more energetic than sightseeing

Katmandu Park is one of Majorca’s most unusual family attractions, combining interactive experiences, themed attractions and mini golf in one location.

It’s particularly useful for families with older children who might not be quite as excited by another sightseeing day or historic village.

Rather than being a traditional theme park packed with roller coasters, Katmandu offers a mixture of different activities that families can experience together.

Its location in Magaluf also makes it particularly convenient if you’re staying around Palma Nova or elsewhere in south-west Majorca.

Who Is Katmandu Park Best For?

We’d particularly consider Katmandu Park for:

• School-age children
• Older kids and teenagers
• Families staying around Palma Nova or Magaluf
• Children who enjoy interactive attractions
• Families wanting a break from sightseeing
• A day when you want something different from the beach or pool

If you’re travelling with very young children, we’d check the individual attractions before booking to make sure there’s enough to keep them entertained.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Katmandu Park works particularly well as part of a mixed holiday. After a couple of beach or sightseeing days, giving the children an attraction-focused day can be a good change of pace.

9. Formentor Peninsula – Best Excursion for Coastal Scenery

Location: North Majorca
Best for: Families who enjoy spectacular scenery, viewpoints and exploring
Our verdict: One of the most impressive areas of Majorca to see beyond the resorts

The Formentor Peninsula is one of the most dramatic parts of Majorca, with mountain roads, viewpoints and turquoise bays stretching towards the island’s northern tip.

For families staying around Alcudia, Puerto Pollensa or Can Picafort, it’s particularly easy to include Formentor as part of a day exploring northern Majorca.

One of the highlights is Formentor Beach, where pine-covered hills meet clear Mediterranean water. Depending on how you visit, you can combine time at the beach with viewpoints or a boat journey along the coastline.

Who Is Formentor Best For?

We’d particularly consider a Formentor excursion for:

• Families staying in northern Majorca
• Older children and teenagers who enjoy exploring
• Families looking for spectacular scenery
• Anyone wanting to combine sightseeing with beach time
• Families who enjoy boat trips and coastal scenery

During the busy summer season, road access around parts of the peninsula can be restricted, so an organised excursion can sometimes be easier than driving yourself.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Formentor is one of those places where the journey is part of the experience. Don’t rush straight to the beach — allow time to enjoy the scenery and viewpoints along the way.

Which Majorca Excursion Is Best for Your Family?

With so many excursions Majorca has to offer, the best choice really depends on your children’s ages and what your family enjoys doing.

Here are our quick picks:

Your Family	Our Pick
Best overall unique experience	Caves of Drach
Best scenic excursion	Sóller Train & Tram
Best for a day on the water	Majorca Catamaran Cruise
Best for younger children	Palma Aquarium
Best wildlife experience	Dolphin Watching
Best for sightseeing	Palma de Mallorca
Best mountain scenery	Valldemossa & Tramuntana
Best for older kids	Katmandu Park
Best coastal scenery	Formentor Peninsula

For a one-week family holiday, we’d normally choose one or two excursions rather than trying to fit everything in.

If you’re staying for 10–14 days, adding several different experiences becomes much easier without sacrificing too much pool and beach time.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Try to mix different types of days. A boat trip followed a couple of days later by a mountain or sightseeing excursion usually gives you much more variety than booking several similar attractions.

Should You Book Majorca Excursions in Advance?

You don’t need to book every excursion before arriving in Majorca, but there are some experiences we’d consider reserving in advance — particularly during the busy summer holidays.

Popular Majorca excursions can have limited spaces, especially boat trips, dolphin-watching cruises and organised tours using smaller vehicles.

We’d be more likely to book ahead if:

• You’re travelling during July or August
• There’s one particular excursion your family definitely wants to do
• You need a specific departure point close to your resort
• You’re booking a smaller boat or limited-capacity tour
• Your holiday dates don’t give you much flexibility

For attractions with frequent entry times, you may have more flexibility, although booking ahead can still save you having to organise everything while you’re away.

Don’t Book Your Whole Holiday Before You Arrive

We’d still leave some free days in your itinerary.

Weather, tired children and simply discovering somewhere you want to revisit can quickly change your plans once you’re in Majorca.

For most families, we’d book the one or two must-do excursions in advance and leave the rest of the holiday flexible.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Check the cancellation conditions before booking. Where possible, choosing an excursion with flexible cancellation gives you much more freedom if your plans or the weather change.

Majorca Excursions FAQs

What are the best excursions in Majorca for families?

Some of our favourite excursions in Majorca for families include the Caves of Drach, Sóller Train and Tram, family boat trips, Palma Aquarium, dolphin-watching cruises, Valldemossa and the Formentor Peninsula.

The best choice will depend on your children’s ages, where you’re staying and whether your family prefers sightseeing, wildlife, beaches or more active days out.

What are the best Majorca excursions for younger children?

For younger children, we’d consider Palma Aquarium, a shorter family boat trip or the Sóller Train and Tram. Keeping journey times and the overall length of the excursion manageable can make a big difference with younger children.

What are the best Majorca excursions for teenagers?

Teenagers may particularly enjoy Katmandu Park, dolphin watching, boat trips and the Caves of Drach. For families who enjoy exploring, Formentor and the Tramuntana mountains can also make excellent days out.

Are Majorca boat trips suitable for children?

Many Majorca boat trips are family-friendly, but check the duration, facilities, swimming stops and age restrictions before booking. We’d also consider whether anyone in your family is prone to seasickness.

Can you visit Majorca’s attractions without an organised excursion?

Yes. Many attractions can be visited independently using a hire car, public transport or taxis.

Organised excursions can be more convenient when transport is included or when you’re visiting somewhere that is more difficult to reach independently.

If you’re considering driving, our Car Hire Majorca guide explains what UK families need to know.

How many excursions should you book for a week in Majorca?

For a typical seven-night family holiday, we’d usually choose one or two standout excursions and leave plenty of time for the beach, swimming pool and more relaxed days.

Families staying for 10–14 nights can comfortably add more sightseeing and activities without making the holiday feel too busy.

Is it cheaper to book Majorca excursions before you travel?

Not necessarily. Prices can vary between operators, dates and the type of excursion.

Rather than booking purely on price, compare exactly what’s included, the departure point, duration, cancellation conditions and recent customer reviews before deciding.

Final Thoughts: Best Excursions in Majorca for Families

There are enough excursions Majorca has to offer that you could easily fill an entire holiday, but we don’t think that’s the best way to experience the island with children.

For most families, we’d choose one or two standout excursions that suit your children’s ages and interests, then balance them with relaxed days around the pool, beach and resort.

For something completely different, the Caves of Drach would be one of our first choices. Families wanting scenery should consider the Sóller Train, Valldemossa or Formentor, while a Majorca boat trip or dolphin-watching cruise can provide one of those memorable holiday experiences that children talk about long after you’ve returned home.

And if the kids simply want a fun attraction day, Palma Aquarium or Katmandu Park are easy options to add to your plans.

For more help planning your trip, visit our Majorca family holiday guides hub, where you’ll find our guides to family resorts, hotels, things to do, waterparks, airport transfers and car hire.

💡 Holiday Blueprint Tip: Pick the experiences your family will genuinely enjoy rather than trying to tick off every famous attraction. The best family holidays usually have plenty of unplanned time too.