Binissalem Holidays: Inland Mallorca Near Palma Airport
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 8,143 residents
Binissalem is an inland town in the heart of Mallorca, home to around 8,100 people and set 133 metres above sea level. It is not a beach resort. It is a working island town, a short drive from Palma de Mallorca airport, which has direct flights from the United Kingdom. The appeal is its position. You land, and around a quarter of an hour later you are in the middle of the island, surrounded by small neighbouring towns such as Alaró, Santa Maria del Camí and Inca, all within a few miles. For British travellers who want a quieter, more local base than the coastal strips, with Palma and the island's ferry ports close at hand, Binissalem is worth a serious look.
Why go
- Palma de Mallorca airport, with direct UK flights, is only about 16 minutes' drive away.
- An inland town of around 8,100 people, offering a quieter base than Mallorca's coastal resorts.
- Alaró is just 3 miles away, with Inca and Santa Maria del Camí about 4 miles off.
Top sights in Binissalem
Activities In and Around Binissalem
Binissalem is best treated as a base rather than a sightseeing destination in its own right, and much of the interest lies in moving between the island's inland towns and out towards Palma and the coast.
There are currently 13 tours and activities in the area that can be booked directly from this page, and the booking cards below show what is available along with live details, so you can plan your days before you fly.
We are still mapping the sights for this town.
Tours & tickets in Binissalem
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Binissalem can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Choosing a Base in Inland Mallorca
Binissalem is an inland town rather than a coastal one, so staying here means swapping a seafront for a quieter, more everyday Mallorcan setting. With a population of around 8,100, it is small enough to feel calm in the evenings while still functioning as a proper town.
If you want somewhere larger, Inca (around 29,000 people) is about 4 miles away and Marratxí (around 37,000) about 8 miles, both on the way to more services. For somewhere smaller still, Santa Eugènia and Costitx are close by. This page shows live hotel prices for Binissalem so you can compare options for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Binissalem and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 16 min away.
Best time to visit Binissalem
Getting there from the UK
Flying and Sailing to Binissalem
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca (PMI), a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom. It lies about 11 miles from Binissalem, and the drive takes roughly 16 minutes, which makes this one of the easier inland towns on the island to reach after a morning flight.
If you would rather bring your own car from the UK, you will need a ferry from the Spanish mainland. Palma's port, about 14 miles away, has sailings from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia, as well as links to Ibiza and Maó. Alcúdia, around 19 miles away, connects with Barcelona and with Ciutadella on Menorca. Ciutadella itself is about 57 miles away across the water.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)11 miles, about 16 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Palma (14 miles), Alcúdia (19 miles), Ciutadella (57 miles).
Around Binissalem
Easy Day Trips from Binissalem
Binissalem sits among a cluster of neighbouring towns, which makes short outings very easy. Alaró is the closest at about 3 miles. Sencelles, Inca, Santa Eugènia and Santa Maria del Camí are each roughly 4 miles away, with Inca the largest of them.
A little further, Costitx is about 6 miles off, Bunyola around 7 miles, and Marratxí about 8 miles, the latter sitting on the side of the island towards Palma. None of these involves a long drive, so you can easily combine two in a single day.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Remember that Binissalem is not on the coast. If a beach is a priority every day, factor in a drive, and consider car hire from Palma airport, which is only about 16 minutes away and will also make the neighbouring towns simple to reach.
The town sits at a modest 133 metres above sea level, so altitude is no concern. Being a town of around 8,100 people, it has a local rather than resort feel, so the larger towns of Inca and Marratxí are the nearest options when you need more choice.
Questions people ask
How far is Binissalem from Palma airport?
Palma de Mallorca airport is about 11 miles from Binissalem, and the drive takes roughly 16 minutes. It is a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom, so getting to the town after landing is quick and straightforward.
Can I fly direct from the UK to near Binissalem?
Yes. Palma de Mallorca (PMI), the nearest airport to Binissalem, has direct flights from the United Kingdom. From there it is around 11 miles, or about a 16-minute drive, to the town in the centre of the island.
Is Binissalem near the beach?
No, Binissalem is an inland town rather than a coastal resort. It suits travellers who prefer a quieter, local base. You will want transport to reach the sea, and car hire from Palma airport is the simplest way to explore.
Can I take a ferry to Mallorca to reach Binissalem?
Yes. Palma's port, about 14 miles from Binissalem, has ferries from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland. Alcúdia, around 19 miles away, has sailings from Barcelona and Ciutadella on Menorca, useful if you are bringing your own car.
What towns can I visit on a day trip from Binissalem?
Alaró is about 3 miles away, while Inca, Sencelles, Santa Eugènia and Santa Maria del Camí are around 4 miles off. Costitx, Bunyola and Marratxí lie between 6 and 8 miles away, so several can be combined in one day.