Ready to visit the best museums in Palma de Mallorca? We recommend you to organize a small route to learn more about the city from a historical, artistic and cultural point of view.
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What museums to see in Palma de Mallorca?
We have prepared a wide selection of the best museums in Palma de Mallorca for you to choose the ones you like the most based on your preferences.
History Museum
It is located in the Bellver Castle, one of the symbols of Palma de Mallorca’s architecture of Palma de Mallorca..
At the Historical Museum there is always a permanent collection consisting of 3 sections:
- A series of rooms narrate the evolution of the city over time, more specifically since prehistoric times. There are paintings, exhibits and photographs of Roman, Arab and Catalan culture.
- There is a section dedicated exclusively to Cardinal Antoni Despuig i Dameto. He was a historical figure in the city, since he was the author of one of the most famous maps of the city. He also assembled an important collection of sculptures that can be seen in this museum.
- The Jovellanos Room is focused on Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos, one of the most important enlightened politicians of his time. He was imprisoned in the walls of this castle, hence the environment in which he lived has been recreated.
Museum of Mallorca
If you are passionate about history and archeology, this museum is the right place for you. It is located in what is known as Ca la Gran Cristiana, referring to another historical figure of the nineteenth century related to the Mallorcan Carlism. It is a baroque building of great beauty that does not go unnoticed.
There is a permanent collection that occupies all floors and allows a more comprehensive tour of the history of the city through archaeological and artistic works. It is very easy to find your way around the interior, since the rooms are arranged in chronological order, starting from Prehistory to the Contemporary Age.
The entrance fee is 2.50 €, but on Sundays it is free. Go to Carrer de la Portella, 5 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays; it is closed on Mondays.
Kreković Museum
This art gallery is not very well known, not even among the local population. However, if you are interested in painting, we recommend it.
This is a collection of paintings by the artist Kristian Kreković. He was born in Bosnia-Herzegovina and, after living for some time in Peru, he moved to Mallorca. After his death, his cultural legacy became public property, hence the location of this museum on the island.
Most of his works are projected to the Inca culture. They are portraits of traditional Peruvian culture with real scenes, prevailing paintings of great color and expressiveness that will not leave you indifferent.
It is located at 3, Ciudad de Querétaro Street, and admission is completely free. It is open from Monday to Friday (both inclusive) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., as well as on Wednesday afternoons (4:30 – 8:00 p.m.); it is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Juan March Foundation
The Juan March Foundation is a reference, both in the city of Palma de Mallorca and in the rest of the country, as it has a branch in Madrid and another in Cuenca.
It frequently organizes exhibitions, concerts and conferences, and also houses a library specializing in contemporary Spanish music and theater. It also has a Research Support Center and a Data Laboratory.
However, the collection of Spanish art of the twentieth century is its greatest attraction because there are works by artists such as Eduardo Chillida, Salvador Dalí, Luis Feito, Joan Miró, Antoni Tàpies and Fernando Zóbel, among others.
Admission is free and it is open from Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm and Saturdays from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm; it is closed on Sundays and holidays. It is located in Sant Miquel street, 11.
Museum of Sacred Art
It is one of the oldest cultural spaces of the island since it was inaugurated in 1916. In addition, it is also the bishop’s residence.
Inside, about 200 religious works of art are exhibited, offering a certain perspective on the historical journey of Christianity in the city. It is divided into 7 sections with varied themes such as archeology, modern ceramics or religious sculpture.
The entrance of the Diocesan Museum costs 5 € per person, but there are discounts for certain groups such as students or residents of the Balearic Islands. As for the opening hours, it is open from Monday to Friday (10:00 – 17:30) and Saturdays (10:00 – 15:00).
Es Baluard Museum of Contemporary Art
It opened its doors in 2004 and since then has become a very prominent cultural center of its kind. It exhibits a great artistic creation of contemporary art, both twentieth and twenty-first century. Works of pictorial modernism stand out, highlighting those of Joaquín Sorolla, Joaquim Mir or Picasso. On the other hand, it also organizes recreational activities, educational workshops and specialized seminars.
It is divided into 3 floors where lighting is present in every corner.
This museum It is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm and on Sundays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
At LOCK & enjoy! we not only encourage you to visit the museums, as there is also a wide range of activities in Palma de Mallorca. activities in Palma de Mallorca for you to enjoy your vacation.
