Magaluf Attractions: Beaches, Water Parks and Sights Nearby

If you only pick a handful of things to do in Magaluf, start with the two theme parks. Western Water Park is the closest, around a mile from the centre, and is built around its Western Land, Indian Town and El Paso areas. Marineland Mallorca, about two miles away on the Palmanova side, is the other big day out.

For something quieter, Naveta Alemany is a protected cultural site in the municipality of Calvià, roughly a mile from the resort, and the Castle of Bendinat stands about three miles away near Palmanova. Between them they make a pleasant change from the pool, and they are among the best things to do in Magaluf for couples who want a slower morning before heading back to the sand.

Magaluf itself holds three of the listed sights: Western Water Park, Naveta Alemany and Cala Vinyes, a beach about a mile from the centre. Many travellers would call Cala Vinyes the best beach in Magaluf for a calmer swim, as it sits a little away from the main strip.

Palmanova, barely a mile along the coast, has far more on its doorstep. Palmanova beach is really a group of beaches, joined nearby by Na Nadala and platja del Carregador, each about half a mile to a mile from Magaluf. Son Caliu Beach and Platja de l'Hostalet are a little further, and Marineland Mallorca is here too.

If you are after the best beach near Magaluf with a bit more distance from the crowds, look east towards Cala Comtessa, about three miles away, and Caleta de Bendinat, around four miles, both close to the Castle of Bendinat. These are the obvious things to do near Magaluf when you fancy a short drive or taxi ride.

Among the things to do in Magaluf for families, the two theme parks lead the way. Western Water Park is close enough for a half-day trip, and its themed areas give younger children something to explore beyond the slides. Marineland Mallorca in Palmanova is the other natural family choice.

The Palmanova beaches are an easy option for little ones, because several of them, including Na Nadala and platja del Carregador, are around a mile from Magaluf. In July and August average highs reach 32°C at the Palma weather station, so plan the theme parks for the morning and keep the hottest hours for shade.

May and June are the best months for sightseeing, with average highs of 24°C and 29°C and few rainy days. July is the driest month, with around 2 rainy days, but it is also the hottest. September and October still reach 28°C and 24°C, though rain becomes more frequent, with around 10 rainy days in September.

You can compare tours and tickets for the parks and other activities to do in Magaluf directly on this page, alongside car hire for the coves further east. Most British travellers book beach holidays in Magaluf as a package, with flights into Palma de Mallorca and a transfer of around 16 minutes, and you can compare package deals and hotel prices here too. School holidays push up demand, so booking early is sensible if you are tied to term dates.