Andratx Holidays: Lighthouses, Coves and Western Mallorca
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 11,685 residents · on the coast
Andratx is a coastal town of around 11,700 people in the Balearic Islands, set 81 metres above sea level and roughly 17 miles from Palma de Mallorca airport. What draws people here is the landscape around it. Three lighthouses, Far de Tramuntana, Far de Na Pòpia and Far de Llebeig, sit within about six miles of town. The old monastery of La Trapa and the Mirador d'en Josep Sastre viewpoint are closer still, and the small beaches of Cala Basset and Platja Petita at Sant Elm are an easy drive away. It suits couples and walkers who prefer headlands and sea views to a busy promenade, with larger resorts close enough for a change of pace.
Why go
- Three lighthouses, Tramuntana, Na Pòpia and Llebeig, all lie within about six miles of town.
- Palma de Mallorca airport has direct flights from the UK and is roughly 24 minutes' drive.
- La Trapa monastery and the Mirador d'en Josep Sastre viewpoint pair culture with coastal scenery.
Top sights in Andratx
Lighthouses, a Monastery and Coves
The coastline around Andratx is defined by its lighthouses. Far de Tramuntana is the nearest at about 4.7 miles, followed by Far de Na Pòpia at around 5.5 miles and Far de Llebeig at roughly 6.2 miles. Together they make a fine theme for a few days of exploring, and they reward anyone who enjoys a headland with a long view out to sea.
Closer to town, La Trapa, a former monastery about 3.6 miles away, combines a sense of history with open countryside, and the Mirador d'en Josep Sastre viewpoint sits at a similar distance, around 3.7 miles. For time by the water, Platja Petita at Sant Elm is about 3.5 miles off, and Cala Basset roughly 3.8 miles, both sensible choices for families.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page, where you will find a selection of activities available around Andratx.
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Tours & tickets in Andratx
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Andratx can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Choosing a Base Around Andratx
Andratx itself is a modest town of under 12,000 residents, sitting slightly above the sea at 81 metres, so it tends to appeal to those wanting a calmer base with the coast and countryside on the doorstep. Sant Elm, home to Platja Petita, puts you closer to the beach and the western headlands.
If you want more going on in the evenings, the larger resorts of Santa Ponsa, Palmanova and Magaluf lie between about 5.6 and 7.5 miles away, while Camp de Mar and Peguera are closer, at around 2.5 and 3 miles. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options across the area.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Andratx and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Andratx
Getting there from the UK
Flying and Sailing to Andratx
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca (PMI), which has direct flights from the United Kingdom. It is roughly 17 miles from Andratx, and the drive takes around 24 minutes, which makes for a short transfer at either end of your holiday.
If you would rather bring your own car, ferries from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the Spanish mainland arrive at Palma port, about 11 miles from town. Alcúdia, around 42 miles away, has sailings from Barcelona and to Ciutadella on Menorca. Palma also connects with Ibiza and Maó, should you want to combine islands.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Palma (11 miles), Alcúdia (42 miles), Ibiza (70 miles).
Andratx is good for
Around Andratx
Easy Outings Along the Coast
Plenty of places sit within a short drive. Camp de Mar is the closest at about 2.5 miles, with Peguera around 3 miles away and Calvià, the largest town nearby with over 51,000 residents, at roughly 4.3 miles.
A little further, Santa Ponsa is about 5.6 miles off, while Puigpunyent and El Toro are both around 6.8 miles away. Palmanova and Magaluf, each roughly 7.5 miles from Andratx, offer a livelier resort atmosphere for a day or evening out.
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Practical Points Before You Go
The main sights are spread out: the lighthouses, La Trapa and the beaches all lie between roughly 3.5 and 6 miles from town, so car hire from Palma de Mallorca airport makes exploring far easier.
Andratx is a small town rather than a large resort, so if you want a wider choice of nightlife, plan on heading to Santa Ponsa, Palmanova or Magaluf. Drivers coming from the UK can avoid flying altogether by taking a car ferry from Barcelona, Valencia or Dénia into Palma.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Andratx?
Palma de Mallorca (PMI) is the nearest airport, about 17 miles from Andratx. It has direct flights from the United Kingdom, and the drive to town takes around 24 minutes, so transfers are short.
Can I take a ferry to Andratx from mainland Spain?
Yes. Ferries from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia arrive at Palma port, roughly 11 miles from Andratx. Alcúdia, about 42 miles away, also has sailings from Barcelona, which is useful if you are bringing your own car.
Are there beaches near Andratx?
Platja Petita at Sant Elm is about 3.5 miles away and Cala Basset roughly 3.8 miles. Both are suited to families, and the resorts of Camp de Mar and Peguera are also within about 3 miles.
Is Andratx good for couples?
It suits couples who enjoy scenery. Three lighthouses, Far de Tramuntana, Far de Na Pòpia and Far de Llebeig, lie within about six miles, alongside La Trapa monastery and the Mirador d'en Josep Sastre viewpoint.
How far is Andratx from Magaluf?
Magaluf is roughly 7.5 miles from Andratx, as is Palmanova. Santa Ponsa is a little closer at about 5.6 miles, so livelier resorts are easy to reach for an evening out.
Do I need a car in Andratx?
It helps. The lighthouses, monastery, viewpoint and beaches are spread between about 3.5 and 6 miles from town, and car hire from Palma de Mallorca airport, around 24 minutes away, gives you the most flexibility.