Free Walking Tour of the Palma City Walls
Free Walking Tour of the Palma City Walls
At 6:30 pm, we'll meet at the entrance of the Es Baluard Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, which is located in the Bastion of Saint Peter. From here, we'll head to one of the remaining gates of Palma's walls to begin our free tour of the old walled city.
We'll pass by Palma's old fish market, which is a 15th-century building constructed in a strategic location next to the walls of Palma and the port. Afterwards, we'll see the King's Gardens, which is an Andalusian-style medieval orchard, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria of Mallorca. Did you know that Roman ruins and the remains of a mosque have been found in this area? We'll tell you all about how the city sprang up around the cathedral.
As we travel back in time to the Renaissance period, we'll discover the remodelling work that was carried out on the walls in the Middle Ages. We'll see the Portella, which is another entrance that remains intact today. Nearby, we'll find the Comte Mal residence and its distinctive tower. It's said that the devil himself was involved in its construction...
Some of the other historic attractions located nearby include the Arab Baths, the Convent of Santa Clara, the Church of Monti-Sión, the Jewish Quarter and the Plaça de Sant Jeroni.
Our free walking tour of Palma's city walls will then take us to the Princep's Bastion, which once defended the eastern part of the city walls. We'll also see the Towers of Gumara, which were built during the Muslim period and later ceded to the Knights Templar.
The tour will come to an end here at 9 pm next to the Towers of Gumara, where we'll say our goodbyes.
More Information
Duration
2h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Not included
Tips
When to book?
You can book up until 3 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Pekes Mallorca
Corporate name: Pedro Sancho Pastor
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
If you are not able to attend the tour, please cancel your reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.Es Baluard Museu d'Art Modern i Contemprani
Where does the activity end?
Torres de Gumara
