Pollença
Pollença is a town in northern Mallorca, known for the Calvari steps, its old stone centre and easy access to the Formentor road.
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Pollença is a town in northern Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands in Spain. Its old town has narrow stone lanes and a central square. The best-known sight sits at the edge of town: the Calvari, a long staircase lined with small chapels that climbs to a hilltop church. Go up in the cooler hours for views over the rooftops and the countryside.
Plan two or three nights. That covers the town, a beach day and a drive on the Formentor road, which runs north from town to the cape and is easiest by car. Walk the old town on foot. Port de Pollença, on the bay, has more restaurants and easy swimming. Cove stays suit swimmers who want quiet water, but you will need a car to reach the town centre. Late spring and early autumn are the best time to go, when it is warm and less crowded than midsummer.
Pollença in five
- Climb the Calvari steps early or at duskA stairway of cypress-lined steps leads to a hilltop chapel with views over town. Go in the cooler hours, and wear shoes with grip on the worn stone.
- Visit the market day, not just the townPollença holds a regular market in the main square; check the days before you plan your visit. Arrive early for parking and shade.
- Drive the Formentor road in the morningThe cape road to the lighthouse is narrow and busy in summer. Go early, and check for any summer restrictions on cars or traffic before you start.Northern Mallorca
- Budget for the Balearic tourist taxA per-person, per-night tax applies at accommodation in the Balearics and rises in peak months. Check the final price at booking.Tourist taxes in Europe
- Stay in the town, the port or a coveThe old town is atmospheric but hilly. Port de Pollença has a beach and cafés; cala bases need a car.
Things to do in Pollença
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Need to know
- Airport
- Palma (PMI), about 1 hour by car
- Getting there
- Car or bus from Palma; buses to the port run on a limited timetable
- Getting around
- Walk in the old town; bus, bike or car for the coast
- Best base
- The old town for atmosphere, the port for the beach
- Time needed
- 2–4 days
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh14°Low10°Mild, quietJanuaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 88 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quiet
- FebruaryClear7 rainy daysHigh15°Low10°MildFebruaryClear
Mixed
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 50 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild
- MarchPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh16°Low11°Almond blossomMarchPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 58 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Almond blossom
- AprilPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh17°Low13°Spring walksAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 17°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 61 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring walks
- MayClear8 rainy daysHigh21°Low16°Warm, greenMayClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, green
- JuneClear4 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Beach seasonJuneClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 30 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Beach season
- JulyClear2 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Hot, busyJulyClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 7 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- AugustClear4 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Hot, busiestAugustClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 36 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busiest
- SeptemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh26°Low22°Warm seaSeptemberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 93 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- OctoberClear9 rainy daysHigh23°Low18°Mild, quietOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 77 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quiet
- NovemberPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh18°Low14°CoolNovemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 87 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool
- DecemberPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh16°Low12°Cool, quietDecemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 61 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, quiet
Average daily high and low in Pollença, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Pollença
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
16
- Feels like
- 13°
- Humidity
- 64%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 5%
Pollença
09:46 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today15°11°5%Monday: Cloudy. High 15°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Tue13°10°95%Tuesday: Rain. High 13°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 95%.
- Wed16°10°43%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 16°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 43%.
- Thu17°13°18%Thursday: Rain. High 17°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 18%.
- Fri18°13°15%Friday: Fog. High 18°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Sat17°12°7%Saturday: Fog. High 17°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 7%.
- Sun20°14°15%Sunday: Cloudy. High 20°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 15%.
Updated 07:06 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
- Alcúdiaabout 20–30 min by carA walled old town and a long beach on the neighboring bay.Read the guide
- Northern Mallorcaabout 20–40 min by carTramuntana villages, cliff roads and sea views.Read the guide
- Palma de Mallorcaabout 1 hour by carThe cathedral, the old town and a long harbor front.Read the guide
Before you go to Pollença
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Rules for Pollença, checked
- Spain is in the Schengen Area. Check your entry requirements on the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs site (exteriores.gob.es) before you fly.
- Non-EU visitors are registered under the EU Entry/Exit System at the border. Check the European Commission's travel-europe site for current rules.
- Dial 112 for police, ambulance or fire anywhere in Spain. The call is free from a mobile phone.
- Drones need registration and flight rules from AESA, Spain's civil aviation agency. Check aesa.gob.es before you fly one over the coast or the town.
Plan around Pollença
Regions, trains, entry rules and money for the whole country
Read the guideMallorcaThe island overview: beaches, mountains and Palma
Read the guideNorthern MallorcaThe Tramuntana coast and the Formentor peninsula
Read the guideAlcúdiaA walled old town and a long beach on the next bay
Read the guideTourist taxes in EuropePer-night taxes in the Balearics and other Spanish regions
Read the guidePollença FAQ
Is Pollença worth visiting?
Yes, if you like old stone towns and walking. The Calvari steps, the main square and the hills make a calm contrast to Mallorca's big resorts. Combine it with Port de Pollença for beach time.
How do you get from Palma airport to Pollença?
By car in about 1 hour, or by taxi. Buses and transfers also run, but timetables are limited, so check the schedule before you land late in the day.
Should I stay in Pollença or Port de Pollença?
Stay in the old town for atmosphere and walking, and in the port for beaches and easier summer dining. Both are a short drive apart, so you can swap by day.
Do I need a car in Pollença?
Not for the old town. A car helps for Formentor, the coves and anything beyond the port. In July and August parking in the center fills early.
What is the best time to visit Pollença?
May, June, September and October balance warm sea, quieter roads and open restaurants. July and August are busy and hot. Spring brings walking weather with blossom.