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Castell de Bellver: Palma's circular castle with panoramic views

This 14th-century circular castle towers above Palma – an architectural rarity with one of the best views of the bay.

In brief

Castell de Bellver is a circular 14th-century Gothic castle above Palma that now houses a city history museum. Admission is cheap and free for all visitors on Sundays.

Opening hours and admission

The castle is open all day from Tuesday to Saturday, on Sundays only in the morning, and closed on Mondays. Standard admission is cheap, and on Sundays admission is free for all visitors.

The circular design

Castell de Bellver is considered one of the few circular castles in Europe. The two-storey arcade in the courtyard is architecturally unusual for a medieval fortification.

The history museum

Inside, a city history museum displays exhibits on the history of Palma, along with the history of the castle itself, including its use as a prison.

The panoramic view

From the roof terrace the view stretches across the entire Bay of Palma. The path to the castle leads uphill through woodland.

At a glance

Location: El Terreno, Palma
Duration: approx. 80 minutes
Rainy-day score: 3 out of 5 (courtyard and terrace open, arcaded gallery covered)
Accessibility: not available throughout
Parking: Parking spaces on the woodland track below the castle, uphill walk

Practical tips

Come on a Sunday to take advantage of free admission.
Wear sturdy shoes for the uphill walk.
When it rains, the arcaded gallery and museum rooms offer shelter; the courtyard and roof terrace are open to the sky.

Check the details

Admission prices, opening hours and current exhibitions change at short notice. We only give the information as checked by our editors – check the venue's official website before your visit.

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Castell de Bellver

One of the few circular castles in Europe – a city history museum with the best panoramic view over Palma.

Admission: Low admission fee, reduced rate cheaper – check the day's price
Duration: approx. 80 minutes
Rainy-day suitability: 3/5 – fine in showers
Getting there: Parking spaces on the woodland track below the castle, uphill walk

Guided tours

Don't miss: the circular courtyard with its two-storey arcade and the walk around the roof terrace.

RM24 tip: the courtyard and roof terrace are open to the sky, only the arcaded gallery is covered – but the museum section is still worthwhile in the rain.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Castell de Bellver

Is admission really free for everyone on Sundays?

Yes, on Sundays admission is free without restriction.

Is Castell de Bellver suitable on a rainy day?

Partly – the museum rooms and arcaded gallery are covered, while the courtyard and roof terrace are open to the sky.

How do you get to the castle?

On foot via an uphill woodland path or by bus; car parks are below the castle.