Podcast Tour Palma From Gothic Light To Moorish Shadows

1 hour 40 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

Uncover the hidden layers of Palma de Mallorca. This isn't just a walk through a beautiful Mediterranean old town; it's a journey through time. Discover how Roman foundations, Islamic ingenuity, and Christian conquest are stacked upon each other, hiding in plain sight. Join Max and Nina as they decode the Cathedral of Light, hidden Arab baths, and the ghosts of a lost waterfront.

- A 1.9 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 100 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History and Memory and Art, Design and Aesthetics
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's Included

Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Parque del Mar

From Palma de Mallorca's main station, take local public transport toward Parc de la Mar. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Parc de la Mar, Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point
Banys Àrabs

From Banys Àrabs, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Palma de Mallorca's main station. The departure point is Banys Àrabs, Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Parc de la Mar

    A modern park that reveals the lost, dramatic relationship between Palma's grand cathedral and the Mediterranean Sea.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Catedral-Basilica de Santa Maria de Mallorca

    Catedral-Basílica de Santa María de Mallorca (La Seu), Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Royal Palace of La Almudaina

    A royal palace that embodies the architectural compromise between its origins as an Islamic fortress and its adaptation by Christian kings.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The 'King's Gardens', offering a sensory experience of Moorish landscaping and the ingenious use of water and shade.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A hidden, modest archway that serves as one of the few visible remnants of the ancient Roman city of Palmeria.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Esglesia de Santa Catalina de Siena

    One of Palma's oldest churches, showcasing the rapid, pragmatic shift from Islamic to Christian architecture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Museu de Mallorca

    Housed in a 16th-century palace, this museum sits atop Roman and Islamic foundations, displaying the tangible artifacts of Palma's buried past.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Banys Arabs

    The Arab Baths, a hidden 10th-century hammam that perfectly encapsulates the silent, enduring Moorish echoes of Palma.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Red Thread

Tags

Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Virtual Experiences
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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