View of Puerto de Pollensa from marina Puerto de Pollensa shops & beach
A Guide to Puerto Pollensa
Puerto de Pollensa (Pollenca) is a very well known popular family resort in the far north of Majorca in the municipality of Pollensa.
Pollensa’s natural beauty and gently sloping safe sandy beaches are perfect for tourists with children and also ideal for many watersports, in fact there is a Wind Surf school on the beach as you approach the Puerto Pollensa.
For more information on beautiful beaches around Mallorca.
You will find the Tourist Information Office in Paseo Saralegui, at the beach/Port opposite the Taxis & Bus stop. If you visit the Tourist Office be sure to ask for a local map which is free and there you will also find other tourist information from all around the Island of Mallorca. If there is something in particular you would like to know, ask the attendant and they will search their database..
Surfing in Pollensa Pollensa Beaches (Perfect for Children!)
Because Puerto de Pollensa beach is so long and wide, you will always plenty of space and that’s a real bonus for tourists who are beach lovers. There is a super little cafe situated on the beach itself where you can buy drinks or have a snack.
Evening view over Pollensa Bay
There are many hotels along the bay of Puerto Pollensa and you will also find a good selection of private apartments and Villas for rent.
In the evenings from many of the hotels, the view over the Bay of Pollensa is very beautiful
Fine Dining Puerto Pollensa
Tourists and locals have a huge range of Restaurants Cafes and Bars to choose from.
You can find cuisine from Spanish, Mallorquin, Italian, Chinese, Indian, even fish and chips!
For more information on Pollensa Restaurants, Cafes and Bars
The Pinewalk Puerto de Pollensa
Along the Pinewalk, which is the area which runs most of the length of Puerto de Pollensa and is named so because of the lovely pine trees, are a variety of hotels, restaurants, shops, cafes & bars.
This is a very pleasant walk especially in the evenings, popular with tourists and locals alike. At the far end of the Pinewalk after the Illa D’Or Hotel is the Aerodrome. There are small areas of beach along this part of the bay but they are a little more crowded. Some hotels have private sunbathing areas which have beautiful views across the bay of Puerto de Pollensa.
Marina at Puerto de Pollensa Puerto de Pollensa Promenade
Originally Puerto de Pollenca was a small fishing village and has slowly grown over the years into a very popular resort. Puerto Pollensa market is held every Wednesday in the main square from 1000 – 1300. The Port and Marina are stunningly beautiful against the backdrop of the Tramuntana mountains.
The town of Pollenca, see towns & villages, is found just a short drive from Puerto Pollensa. This old town of Pollensa centres traditionally around the quaint market square & church and is well worth a visit. There are a good variety of shops, restaurants, cafes & bars. Pollensa market is held on Sunday morning. You can also reach this by local bus, see bus routes.
If you are interested in finding more information on shopping in Mallorca you can check our comprehensive shopping and markets guide.
Car Hire is easily available in the resort of Puerto de Pollensa but if you wish you can travel to Pollensa or Cala San Vicente by bus or taxi for a few euros.
Pollensa Town Street Cafes & Restaurants around the square
Formentor & Lighthouse/Cala San Vicente / Boat Trips/Waterpark
You can travel to Formentor, the northmost point of Majorca (Mallorca) easily by car from Puerto Pollensa and many tourists love this trip. You can arrange this trip with one of the tourist ticket-offices in the resort or with a tour operator in a hotel. The scenery is very beautiful, with stopping points and eventually you will reach the wonderful quiet beaches at Formentor. The journey is a little slow at times as the road is very narrow! There is a very famous 5 star hotel ‘Formentor Hotel’ (Barcelo) many years ago this is where famous people stayed on visiting Mallorca.
Heading Towards Formentor Boat Trip around Pollensa
If you follow the Lighthouse road approx 10 minutes you will find the Lighthouse where you can park and admire the view!
Many tourists enjoy visiting the quaint small resort of Cala San Vicente which is also just a few kilometres north from Puerto de Pollensa.
If you do not have a hire car, you can take a taxi or bus for a few euros.
Cala San Vicente
Boat Trip from Puerto Pollensa
From Puerto Pollensa you can arrange many tourist boat trips. The scenery from these trips is fabulous, with many coves, craggy headlands and rocky islands.
You will find many tourist ticket offices in the resort and you can also find more information from the Tourist Information Office. See our tourist information and attractions for Alcudia waterpark and other attractions around the island of Mallorca.
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