Almudaina Palace
The Almudaina Palace is a former Moorish fortress converted into a royal residence after the Christian conquest of Mallorca in the 13th century, standing directly beside Palma Cathedral on the site of the old Roman and Islamic citadel. It remains an official residence of the Spanish royal family, used for ceremonial functions when they visit Mallorca, which occasionally limits public access.
The interior mixes Gothic royal apartments with older Moorish-era structural elements, including horseshoe arches and courtyards that hint at the building's earlier life as an Islamic fortress. Its location right next to the cathedral makes it easy to combine both in a single stop in Palma's old town.
Almudaina Palace FAQs
Yes, it remains an official residence used for ceremonial occasions, which can occasionally restrict public visiting hours.
It's immediately adjacent, an easy combined stop, though they are separate ticketed sites.
About 45 minutes to an hour for the interior rooms.
A mix of Gothic royal additions over an older Moorish fortress structure, with some original Islamic-era elements still visible.
Yes, typically closed Mondays.
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