Manacor

Located in the northeast of the island, Manacor is the largest city in Mallorca after its capital, Palma. While tourism plays a key role in its economy, the city is also known for its growing industrial sector.

What to See in Manacor

The best area to visit in Manacor is the heart of the city, where you'll find a pleasant pedestrian zone perfect for strolling. Be sure to check out the Iglesia de Nostra Senyora dels Dolors (Church of Our Lady of Sorrows), one of the main sights.

If you visit the city on a Monday morning, you'll find the city especially lively thanks to the weekly market, where you can find all kinds of products, including standout local crafts made from olive wood.

Drach Caves

The Drach Caves aren't the only caves you can visit in Mallorca, but they are by far the most famous. This natural masterpiece offers a stunning display of stalactites, stalagmites, and underground lakes along a route that never fails to amaze with its beauty.

Other caves worth visiting in the area include the Coves dels Hams, the Coves des Pirata, and the Cave of Can Senyoret.

Beaches & Coves

As expected, the beaches of Manacor are true oases that are worth exploring. Among the top options are Cala Morlanda, Cala Anguila, Cala Varques, Cala Romántica, and the Platja de Portocrist.

The Rafa Nadal Museum

The Rafa Nadal Museum showcases the greatest moments of Rafael Nadal's sports career through exhibitions featuring his sports equipment and the trophies he has won throughout his successful journey. To complete this experience, the installation also offers an interactive area with virtual reality machines.

Majorica

Known worldwide for its high-quality artificial pearls, Majorica is a factory that follows a fascinating elaboration process using the same materials as oysters. This factory is very important in the city, as its success boosted Manacor's expansion, helping the town become the second-largest city in Mallorca.

Museu d'Història de Manacor

Located in an old defence tower, this museum tells the history of Manacor through its different archaeological pieces. The admission to the museum is free, and it's open every day except Tuesdays and Sundays.

Marina of Manacor

Also known as Porto Cristo, the Marina of Manacor is a small tourist town very close to Manacor. The port area has a pleasant promenade, ideal for relaxing and strolling.

Nearby places

Drach Caves (11 km) Cala Millor (15.8 km) Cala Mesquida (27.4 km) Cala Gat (27.5 km) Llucmajor (28.6 km)