Llucmajor Holidays: Caves, Countryside and Inland Mallorca
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 36,078 residents
Llucmajor is a sizeable inland town of around 36,000 people, set at about 150 metres above sea level and only a short drive from Palma de Mallorca airport. It is not a beach resort, and that is much of its appeal. The Convent de Sant Bonaventura stands in the centre, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with caves such as Cova de Son Cardell and Cova de Son Pieres. A little further out lies the archaeological site of Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar. With direct flights from the United Kingdom landing roughly 13 minutes away by car, Llucmajor works well as a base for a quieter Mallorcan holiday or as a half-day outing from Palma.
Why go
- Palma de Mallorca airport, with direct UK flights, is about 13 minutes' drive from town.
- The Convent de Sant Bonaventura sits a few minutes' walk from the centre of Llucmajor.
- Caves like Cova de Son Cardell and Cova de Son Pieres lie under 2 miles away.
Top sights in Llucmajor
Convent, Caves and an Ancient Settlement
Start in the centre with the Convent de Sant Bonaventura, a listed monastery about 0.2 miles from the heart of town. It is the obvious first stop and an easy introduction to Llucmajor's cultural side. For something older, the archaeological site of Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar lies roughly 4 miles out.
The countryside around Llucmajor is riddled with caves, which makes it a good choice for families and anyone who likes the outdoors. Cova de Son Cardell is about 1.6 miles away and Cova de Son Pieres about 1.9 miles. Slightly further are Cova de Son Cresta and Cova de Son Hereu, both under 3 miles, followed by Cova de Son Dalabau, Coves de Son Antelm, Cova des Rafal Vell, Cova de Son Mulet and Cova de Son Taixaquet d'en Toni, all within about 3.6 miles. Coves de ses Arnaules lies around 4.6 miles out, and the Cova de Gomereta sites around 6 miles.
Tours, activities and tickets in and around Llucmajor can be booked directly from this page.
- 1Convent de Sant Bonaventura
- 2Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar
- 3Cova de Son Cardell
- 4Cova des Rafal Vell
- 5Coves de ses Arnaules - Sementer de ses Figueres
- 6Cova de Son Cresta
- 7Cova de Son Hereu - Camp de sa Cova
- 8Cova de Gomereta - s'Hortal de ses Males Llengües
- 9Cova de Gomereta - sa Quintana
- 10Cova de Son Dalabau - Can Toni Montserrat
- 11Coves de Son Antelm
- 12Cova de Son Mulet
1monastery
Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar
archaeological site · 4 miles from the centre
Cova de Son Cardell
cave · 2 miles from the centre
Cova des Rafal Vell
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Coves de ses Arnaules - Sementer de ses Figueres
cave · 5 miles from the centre
Cova de Son Cresta
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Cova de Son Hereu - Camp de sa Cova
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Cova de Gomereta - s'Hortal de ses Males Llengües
cave · 6 miles from the centre
Cova de Gomereta - sa Quintana
cave · 6 miles from the centre
Cova de Son Dalabau - Can Toni Montserrat
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Coves de Son Antelm
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Cova de Son Mulet
cave · 3 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Llucmajor
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Llucmajor can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Llucmajor
Staying in Town or the Countryside
Llucmajor is an inland town rather than a coastal resort, so the choice is less about seafront versus old town and more about centre versus countryside. Staying near the centre puts the Convent de Sant Bonaventura on your doorstep and gives you the everyday life of a working town of around 36,000 people. Base yourself on the outskirts if you want quiet evenings and quicker access to the caves scattered around the municipality.
The short hop to Palma de Mallorca airport means late arrivals are painless wherever you stay. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Llucmajor and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 13 min away.
Best time to visit Llucmajor
When to Visit Llucmajor
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- 23°CMay57 mm
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant months are June, August and October. June brings highs of around 28°C with only six rainy days, while October stays warm at about 25°C and is ideal for walking out to the caves without the midsummer heat.
July is the hottest and driest month, with highs near 32°C and barely any rain, and August is close behind at around 31°C. September is the wettest month by rainfall, and May has the most rainy days of the year, so pack a light layer then. Winter is mild, with January highs of about 15°C and lows around 8°C.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 8°C | 28 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 7°C | 75 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 18°C | 10°C | 34 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 11°C | 39 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 57 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 18°C | 39 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 22°C | 3 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 21°C | 46 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 18°C | 77 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 17°C | 39 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 13°C | 42 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 16°C | 8°C | 15 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Llucmajor from the UK
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca (PMI), a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom. It lies about 9 miles from Llucmajor, roughly a 13-minute drive, so car hire or a taxi gets you to town very quickly.
If you are arriving by sea, Palma's ferry port is about 15 miles away, with sailings to and from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland, plus Ibiza and Maó. Alcúdia, around 27 miles away, has routes to Barcelona and Ciutadella. Ciutadella itself, about 61 miles away across the water, connects with Alcúdia and Barcelona.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)9 miles, about 13 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Palma (15 miles), Alcúdia (27 miles), Ciutadella (61 miles).
Llucmajor is good for
Around Llucmajor
Villages Within Easy Reach
Llucmajor sits among a cluster of smaller inland towns. Algaida is the closest, about 5 miles away, while Porreres and Montuïri are each around 7.5 miles off. Campos, the largest of the neighbours, is about 8 miles away.
A little further, Santa Eugènia lies around 9 miles away and Lloret de Vistalegre about 10 miles. Sencelles is roughly 11 miles off and Costitx, the smallest of the group, about 12 miles, making a gentle loop through the island's interior easy to plan in a day.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Visit
Hire a car. The caves and the Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar are spread across the countryside, and with the airport only about 13 minutes away you can collect a car on arrival and be in town almost immediately.
Llucmajor is inland, at about 150 metres above sea level, so plan cave visits and walks for the morning in July and August, when highs reach the low 30s Celsius. As a sizeable town of around 36,000 residents, it has a year-round local life rather than a purely seasonal one.
Questions people ask
How far is Llucmajor from Palma de Mallorca airport?
Palma de Mallorca airport is about 9 miles from Llucmajor, roughly a 13-minute drive. It is a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom, so the transfer is one of the shortest you will find on the island.
Is Llucmajor on the coast?
No, Llucmajor is an inland town at about 150 metres above sea level. Its appeal lies in the Convent de Sant Bonaventura, the archaeological site of Poblat talaiòtic des Pedregar and the many caves in the surrounding countryside.
What is the best month to visit Llucmajor?
June, August and October offer the most pleasant conditions. June reaches about 28°C with few rainy days, and October is still warm at around 25°C. July is the hottest month, near 32°C, while September is the wettest.
Is Llucmajor good for families?
Yes, especially families who enjoy the outdoors. Caves such as Cova de Son Cardell, about 1.6 miles away, and Cova de Son Pieres, about 1.9 miles away, are close to town, and the short airport transfer suits travelling with children.
Can I reach Llucmajor by ferry?
Yes. Palma's ferry port, about 15 miles away, has sailings from Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland. Alcúdia, around 27 miles away, also has a route from Barcelona, so you can bring your own car to the island.
What towns can I visit on a day trip from Llucmajor?
Algaida is about 5 miles away, Porreres and Montuïri around 7.5 miles, and Campos about 8 miles. Further afield, Santa Eugènia, Lloret de Vistalegre, Sencelles and Costitx all lie within about 12 miles.