50 things to do on a Magaluf holiday

It’s been said many times that there is much more to a Magaluf holiday than just the strip but I thought I would help compile the evidence to back that up.  Now I’m not saying don’t go near the strip, far from it, in fact I would recommend you give it a try! I am more trying to challenge the close-minded opinions of some who I hear saying they would never stay in Magaluf simply because of what they hear or read.

From beaches to mountains, shopping to super yachts the Island of Mallorca really does have it all and it’s time people started to realise there’s no better base for this than Magaluf!

Here I have put together a list of 50 places to see and things to do that are within 45 minutes of the centre of town,  that’s the average time you will spend travelling to and from work in the UK.  The base I have chosen is The Sol Wavehouse Hotel, located right in the middle of the Magaluf beach and directly behind BCM, so let’s see what else this place has to offer, 50 things to do on a Magaluf holiday…..

 

Things to do in Magaluf – within walking distance

From the Sol Wavehouse Hotel you will find all of the following within walking distance (no more than 15 mins   walk) from the reception.

1. Magaluf beach

That was easy, you’re here right on the beach front.  Amazing how many times you will hear ‘I never realised how beautiful the beach would be!’

2.    Magaluf Bars

You will not need to go far to find somewhere for a drink of the alcoholic variety with no less than 50 Bars and Pubs within walking distance of your hotel.

3.   Magaluf Nightclubs 

The back of the world famous BCM is staring at you as soon as you leave reception, a 2 minute walk and you’re there, raving until 6am with some of the biggest names in the industry.  Head up the strip and you will find another list of clubs open until 6am including Boomerang, Tokio Joes and The Project all with their own style of music to keep you partying until sunrise.

4.    Surfing in Magaluf

No need to worry about the forecast and wind directions in Magaluf, you have 2 state of the art wave machines right here in your hotel.

5.   Water Parks in Magaluf

Spoilt for choice with the new adult only BH Twisted Water Park just a 5 minute walk away in front of BCM or carry on to the larger, more family friendly Western Water Park.

 

6.    Crazy Golf Magaluf

No not the kind you find attached to a small beer garden we’re talking 2 top of the range purpose-built crazy golf courses, because everyone needs a break from partying!  The new Expedition Golf within the Sol Katmandu complex is a 5 minute walk away and the Long established Golf Fantasia is just 15 minutes down the road in Palma Nova.

7.   The ‘upside down’ house of Katmandu

Magaluf’s answer to Ripley’s believe it or not is a 2 minute walk away and a sure-fire way to play with your mind if you’re walking home after one too many!

8.   Pirates Show Magaluf

A long-standing Magaluf attraction that draws in the crowds from all over the island, check out the Adventure show with the kids or Adult only entertainment with Pirates Reloaded,  over 3 million visitors can’t be wrong.

9.    Magaluf Go Karting

For the thrill seekers or competitive types amongst you then check out Magaluf Karting just under 15 minutes walk from your hotel.

10.  Palma Nova

A 10 minute walk for a more family orientated and older crowd Palma Nova is the perfect place to get away from the madness or just a change of scenery. Lay on one of the stunning beaches, enjoy one of the many restaurants that line the promenade before settling down for a cocktail and some live music.  Also a good place to ‘warm up’ before heading into Magaluf, that’s if you want to leave where you are of course!

11.   Magaluf Beach Clubs

To many people’s surprise you can walk along to the top end of Magaluf beach where you will find the world-famous Nikki Beach. More often associated with the likes of Marbella this venue has been at the forefront of changing people’s opinions about this part of the island and has shown with the right setting and product the rich and famous are more than happy to come and party down here.  A couple of doors along you will find the new Zhero Boathouse, another chic venue changing the perceptions of the resort.  Ocean’s Beach club is also a great place with live DJs to spend your afternoons partying or just catching some rays.

 

 

12.  Luxury hotels in Calvia

You no longer have to leave the resort, simply head along the beach and within 5 minutes walk you arrive at the new super luxurious ME by Melia hotel, or you could head 5 minutes out-of-town to the St Regis Mardavall Hotel, just on the outskirts of Palma Nova for a high-end 5 star experience.

13.    Magaluf Restaurants

Over the past 5-10 years Magaluf beach front has completely transformed itself and is now established as the go to place when dining out.  From one end to the other you will find a whole variety of different venues with one thing in common – the amazing sea views.

 

14.    Water sports in Magaluf

You will struggle to get bored on this beach front if you like the water, everything from scuba diving to party boats can be done directly from Magaluf beach.  There’s a whole range of boat trips and excursions, Paddle boarding, jet skis, banana boat etc.  Blade runner has it’s main desk within the hotel so again you don’t need to go far!

15. Magaluf live acts – BH Mallorca

BH are the new residents at the former Mallorca Rocks Hotel, just a 5 minute walk and you can catch live acts such as David Guetta, Tinie Tempah and Martin Garrix performing at their open air venue.

16.   Magaluf Boat Parties

aka booze cruises, still one of the most popular excursions for the younger crowd and there’s no shortage of choice leaving every day from the Magaluf jetty.

Within 10 minutes by car

17.  Puerto Portals

Spend 9 minutes in a cab (approx 8€) and you step out into another world.  The Port has been the playground for the elite crowd for years now.  Fine dining in luxurious surroundings, great for a bit of celebrity spotting.

18.   Golf

3 stunning courses within 10 minutes of your hotel, Santa Ponsa 1 and 2 and also Golf de Poniente. Real Golf Bendinat is just a bit further but another fantastic course.

19.   Port Adriano

The opposite direction to Puerto Portals, Port Adriano is one of the most modern marinas in the med. It has seen huge investment over recent years and now offers an amazing back drop of exclusive cafes, restaurants and boutiques providing a perfect base for those superyachts cruising the med.

20.   Santa Ponsa

If you want a change of scenery than you don’t need to go far,  8 minutes up the road and you are in the holiday resort of Santa Ponsa.  With its own stunning bay and great restaurants such as Meson Del Mar it’s well worth a visit. Also home to Jungle Parc for the more active amongst you.

21.   Portals Vells and El Mago

Hidden from the beaten track, 2 stunning little coves with crystal clear waters.

 

Within 30 minutes by car

22.   Porto Pi Shopping Centre

Just 12 minutes up the motorway and you arrive at the Porto Pi indoor shopping centre.  A good choice on the rare rainy day, also has a cinema, bowling and variety of restaurants.

23.   Valldemossa

If it’s good enough for Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones then it’s good enough for us.  Valldemossa is home to their luxurious villa which was put up for sale for €40,000,000!  It’s not hard to see why they would choose the West of Mallorca for their retreat as did The Polish Composer Chopin, quite a few years before the Hollywood couple of course.

24.    Port d’Andratx

A beautiful fishing village which is known as one of the classiest resorts on the Island.  The restaurants and yachts in the port are surrounded by a whole range of multi million pound villas heading up high into the hills.

25.    Palma de Mallorca

It can often be overlooked just how close you are to one of the world’s greatest cities.  Palma de Mallorca was this year listed as the best place to live in the world in The Sunday Times and it’s just 16 minutes away from Magaluf – who would have thought?!

 

26.   Luxurious villas

It doesn’t matter where you go on the island you are never far away from a stunning villa worth millions of euros.

27.  Real Mallorca

I would like to say here that you can catch the worlds greatest football teams playing just up the road like we did for many seasons but hopefully it wont be long before Real Mallorca are back in La Liga! The stadium is just 18 minutes away.

 

28.   Palma Airport    

I’ve not highlighted this to show a quick exit, quite the opposite.  The fact you can fly to Palma from the majority of UK airports in just over 2 hours and take a cab to Magaluf in under 30 minutes makes it a perfect choice for a weekend away.  Within 3 hours of parking your car at Manchester Airport you can be sat enjoying a nice cocktail looking out over the Mediterranean.

29.   Platja De Palma

Just passed the airport you will find the island’s largest holiday resort, with 10km of beach front lined with bars, shops and restaurants there is something for everyone here.  It’s also home to Puro Beach, Palma Aquarium and Mega Arena.

30.   Palma Aquarium

Located on Platja de Palma, another great choice if you fancy something different or need a break from the sunshine.

31.   Pacha Mallorca

Yes we have our own Pacha and it’s located right on the Palma Marina and is just a 15 minute taxi ride away.  2015 has been a record year for the venue.

32.   Titos Mallorca

Just along from Pacha you will find Titos lighting up the promenade, you won’t find many VIP areas with views like this one.

33.   Portixol

The former fishing village is now lined with contemporary cafes and restaurants offering a fine dining experience with amazing sea views.

34.   Serra De Tramuntana

It’s hard to believe you’re on the same island when you stop at any one of the amazing view points that line the Serra de Tramuntana,  absolutely breathtaking scenery showing the island has far more to offer than just beautiful beaches.

35.   Festival Park

In need of some retail therapy? couldn’t think of anything worse? don’t worry there’s plenty to see and do at Festival Park to keep everyone happy!

36.   Son Amar

An iconic show on the island that continues to draw in the crowds year on year, for a night of glamour and entertainment Son Amar is a great experience for all to enjoy.

37.   More Golf Courses

As you open up the island you come across more and more first class golf courses, no better way to clear a hangover.

38.   Son Vida

One of the wealthiest parts of the island, home to 5 star hotels, world class golf courses and incredible villas and only 18 minutes from Magaluf.

39.   Gran Follies

With the sea views, beach and Tramuntana mountain range as a back drop it’s easy to see why people from across the island head to this stunning beach club.

40.   Illetas

Another stunning area lined with secluded coves and beaches, just 15 minutes from your hotel.

41.   Soller Train

Feel a part of history stepping back in time and let the old vintage train show you some of the best scenery the island has to offer as you make your way from Palma to the town of Soller.

42.   Sant Elm

A Caribbean feel to this beautiful little beach resort and a great place to use to head across to Sa Dragonera, the uninhabited island famous for it’s wildlife,  listed as a National Park.

43.   Genova

Home to some of the best restaurants on the island,  for authentic, Mallorcan cuisine look no further, a 20 minute drive from your hotel will lead you up the hills to Genova with a wide variety of incredible restaurants.  C’an Pedro, La Rueda and Casa Jacinto being 3 of the most popular.

44.   Cala Fornells

Another gorgeous cove, crystal clear waters……. you get the picture!

45.   Casino Mallorca

Self explanatory but yes we can cater for those who like a gamble now and then, just 12 mins in a taxi, located in the Porto Pi shopping centre.

46.   Es Trenc

Mallorca’s answer to the caribbean, no hotels or residential areas just sky blue waters and perfect white sand, 45 minutes and you’re there.

47.   Soller and Port de Soller

If you didn’t take the train then the drive won’t disappoint you,  visit the historical village of Soller then head down to the port for some amazing fresh fish looking out over the bay.

48.   Deia

Another spectacular location along the Tramuntana mountain range, the photos you will take alone will be worth the trip.  Enjoy some of the best views on the island and a perfect place to enjoy the spectacular sunsets.

49.  Jumeirah Soller

Yes we also have a Jumeirah hotel on the island, offering 5 star luxury, located on the cliff edge in Soller.

A little bit further…..

 

50.   The rest of Mallorca!  

    within a 90 minute drive you can pretty much access the whole of this amazing island.  We will save Cala d’or, Puerto Pollensa, Alcudia etc. for another day, we need to give other tourist destinations a chance 🙂

 

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