Palma de Mallorca · Bellver hill
Bellver Castle
A Gothic castle with a rare circular plan on a pine-covered hill west of the city. The round courtyard and the roof terrace give the widest view of Palma and the bay.
- 2 h 30
- €4
- Booking: not needed
- Bellver hill
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The castle was built in the 14th century for the kings of Mallorca and later served as a prison. It has a circular plan with a round courtyard in the middle and a separate tower, and a part of it is now used as a museum of the history of the city. The climb to the roof terrace is the highlight, with the whole bay below.
What to look for
- The round two-storey courtyard
- The roof terrace with views of the bay
- The separate keep tower
- The pine woods around the hill
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–3:00 pm |
From October to March, Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 18:00 and Sunday and holidays 10:00 to 15:00. From April to September, Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 19:00. Closed on Mondays, 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May and 25 December.
Source: Visit Palma (Fundació Palma Turisme 365), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €4. General admission is 4 euros.
Getting there
Tip
Go in the morning and bring layers for the wind on the roof. In winter the castle shuts at 18:00 on weekdays, so go before the light fades.
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