Felanitx, Mallorca: Inland Town Guide and Holiday Tips
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 18,270 residents
Felanitx is an inland town of around 18,270 people in the south-east of Mallorca, set at 116 metres above sea level rather than on the shore. Its appeal is low-key and local: a former wine cellar cooperative a short stroll from the centre, the Fundació Cosme Bauçà museum just around the corner, and a ring of neighbouring towns and harbours within easy reach. Palma de Mallorca airport, which has direct flights from the United Kingdom, is roughly a 32-minute drive away. For British travellers who prefer a working Mallorcan town to a purpose-built resort, Felanitx makes a sensible base, with the coast at Portocolom only about 7 miles down the road.
Why go
- The former winecellar cooperative sits about a third of a mile from the town centre.
- Palma de Mallorca airport, served directly from the UK, is roughly a 32-minute drive away.
- October brings daytime highs around 25°C, the most comfortable month in the climate data.
Top sights in Felanitx
Wine Heritage and a Local Museum
The best-known sight in Felanitx is the winecellar cooperative, a former wine cellar about a third of a mile from the centre. It is the clearest link to the town's food and drink identity, and a natural starting point for a first walk around.
Closer still, around a tenth of a mile away, is the Fundació Cosme Bauçà, a museum that suits a cultural hour and works well for families too. Beyond these, much of the interest lies in the surrounding towns and coast. Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page.
Tours & tickets in Felanitx
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Felanitx can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Felanitx
Staying in an Inland Town
Felanitx is not on the coast, so staying here means choosing a lived-in Mallorcan town over a beach resort. Rooms near the centre put you within a few minutes' walk of both the museum and the old wine cellar, and the atmosphere is that of a quiet working town rather than a lively holiday strip.
If waking up by the sea matters more, Portocolom lies about 7 miles away and Portopetro about 8 miles. The page shows live hotel prices so you can compare the town with those nearby harbours.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Felanitx and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 32 min away.
Best time to visit Felanitx
When to Visit Felanitx
- 15°CJan32 mm
- 16°CFeb89 mm
- 19°CMar29 mm
- 21°CApr59 mm
- 23°CMay56 mm
- 28°CJun34 mm
- 32°CJul5 mm
- 31°CAug45 mm
- 27°CSept63 mm
- 25°COct32 mm
- 20°CNov41 mm
- 16°CDec12 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
October is the standout month, with highs around 25°C, nights near 16°C and moderate rainfall. It keeps the warmth of summer without the peak heat.
July and August are the hottest months, reaching about 32°C and 31°C, and July is also the driest. February brings the heaviest rainfall at around 89 mm, while May has the most rainy days at roughly 14. Winter days sit around 15°C to 16°C, mild enough for walking and sightseeing.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 6°C | 89 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 19°C | 9°C | 29 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 10°C | 59 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 56 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 18°C | 34 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 21°C | 5 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 21°C | 45 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 18°C | 63 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 16°C | 32 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 12°C | 41 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 16°C | 7°C | 12 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Felanitx from the UK
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca, about 22 miles away, with direct flights from the United Kingdom. The drive to Felanitx takes roughly 32 minutes, so car hire on arrival is the simplest option.
If you are bringing your own car, ferries link the mainland with Mallorca. Palma, about 29 miles from Felanitx, has sailings from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia, plus island connections to Ibiza and Maó. Alcúdia, around 25 miles away, connects with Barcelona and Ciutadella on Menorca. Ciutadella itself is around 52 miles from Felanitx, across the water on Menorca.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)22 miles, about 32 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Alcúdia (25 miles), Palma (29 miles), Ciutadella (52 miles).
Felanitx is good for
Around Felanitx
Day Trips Around South-East Mallorca
Portocolom, about 7 miles away, is the closest stretch of coast and the obvious first outing. Campos, Porreres and the larger town of Manacor are all around 7 miles away as well, giving you a choice of market towns within a short drive.
Slightly further, Santanyí and the small harbour of Portopetro are both about 8 miles off, Petra around 10 miles, and Ses Salines roughly 11 miles to the south.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Felanitx is inland, so plan on a car for beach days; the nearest coast at Portocolom is about 7 miles away. Car hire from Palma airport keeps everything within easy reach.
With around 18,270 residents, this is a genuine town rather than a resort, so expect a local rhythm. Pack for heat in July and August, when highs pass 30°C, and bring a light layer for winter evenings, when lows drop to around 6°C or 7°C.
Questions people ask
How far is Felanitx from Palma airport?
Palma de Mallorca airport is about 22 miles from Felanitx, roughly a 32-minute drive. It is the nearest airport and has direct flights from the United Kingdom, making it the natural arrival point for a holiday here.
Is Felanitx on the beach?
No, Felanitx is an inland town at 116 metres above sea level. The closest coast is at Portocolom, about 7 miles away, with Portopetro around 8 miles off, so a car is useful for beach days.
What is the best month to visit Felanitx?
October is the most pleasant month, with highs around 25°C and lows near 16°C. July and August are hotter, at around 32°C and 31°C, while February sees the heaviest rainfall of the year.
What is there to see in Felanitx?
The main sights are the former winecellar cooperative, about a third of a mile from the centre, and the Fundació Cosme Bauçà museum, around a tenth of a mile away. Tours and tickets for the wider area can be booked on this page.
Can I take a ferry to Mallorca to reach Felanitx?
Yes. Palma, about 29 miles from Felanitx, has ferries from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia. Alcúdia, around 25 miles away, has sailings from Barcelona and from Ciutadella on Menorca.
What towns can I visit on a day trip from Felanitx?
Portocolom, Campos, Porreres and Manacor are all around 7 miles away. Santanyí and Portopetro are about 8 miles off, Petra roughly 10 miles and Ses Salines around 11 miles, all easy drives.