Serra de Tramuntana (north-west)
Port de Sóller
Port de Sóller is Sóller's harbour town, set in an almost circular, sheltered bay on Mallorca's north-west coast. It is the only place in the Tramuntana that combines a swimming beach, a promenade and a mountain backdrop with good connections without a car.
Couples Hiking Nature Beach holidays Without a hire car
The sheltered bay is one of the few true natural harbours on the west coast.
The bay is almost completely enclosed by two headlands, so the water is calm – unusual for the otherwise rugged west coast. Around the promenade you will find restaurants, boat landings and small hotels; the historic tram runs right through the middle on its way to Sóller. For hikers the town is a convenient base, because in the evening you end up by the sea rather than on a mountain pass.
Is Port de Sóller right for your holiday?
Well suited to
- Hiking holidays with a swimming bay
- Couples and photography
- Boat trips along the cliffs
- Spring and autumn
Less suited to
- Nightlife
- Families looking for kilometre-long, shallow sandy beaches
At a glance
- Region
- Serra de Tramuntana (north-west)
- From the airport
- 47 km · approx. 50 min
- Without a car
- 4/5
- Nearby beaches
- Sa Calobra / Torrent de Pareis, Platja d'en Repic
- Coordinates
- 39.7955, 2.6934
Town profile compared
Editorial assessment from 1 to 5 – for comparing places, not as a rating.
- Beach3/5
- Peace and quiet4/5
- Nightlife2/5
- Families3/5
- Culture3/5
- Food & drink4/5
On the ground
What makes Port de Sóller special
Round harbour bay
The sheltered natural harbour is one of the few on the west coast. The water stays calm even when it is windy, which makes swimming and stand-up paddling easier than on open coasts.
Cap Gros lighthouse
A climb of around 40 minutes above the bay ends at the lighthouse – the classic spot for sunset over the Tramuntana coast.
Boats to Sa Calobra
From May to October, excursion boats run to the Torrent de Pareis gorge – the alternative to the notorious hairpin road.
Tram down the valley
The open-sided tram links the harbour and the town every 20 to 30 minutes and genuinely replaces the car here.
Torre Picada
Above the harbour bay stands the historic Torre Picada watchtower, which you can reach on foot from Port de Sóller. According to Mallorca Magazin it has been open to visitors since the end of 2024 – check current opening times before you visit.
Accommodation
Where to stay in Port de Sóller?
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Getting around
The promenade, beach and restaurants are within walking distance, and Sóller can be reached by tram. Parking at the harbour is scarce and mostly paid.
Bus connections: Tram to Sóller connecting with the train to Palma, bus lines to Palma and along the coast, excursion boats to Sa Calobra and Cala Tuent.
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Activities & experiences in Port de Sóller
Top activities & experiences
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Historic tram
Excursion
The historic tram links the harbour promenade and Sóller without a car.
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Stand-up paddling
Water sports
In calm conditions the sheltered harbour bay is a good setting for SUP.
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Hiking from Port de Sóller
Hiking
Trails lead from the harbour to viewpoints and into the surrounding Tramuntana.
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Boat trips towards Sa Calobra
Boat excursion
Excursion boats link the harbour seasonally with Sa Calobra and the Torrent de Pareis.
More activities in Port de Sóller
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Snorkelling
Water sports
Snorkelling is possible in the sheltered bay when conditions are suitable.
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Sóller Divers
Water sports on Mallorca
Diving centre in Port de Sóller with courses and dive trips along the Tramuntana coast.
Calle de la Marina 62, 07108 Port de Sóller
Beaches
Swimming near Port de Sóller
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Sa Calobra / Torrent de Pareis
Pebbles · approx. 60 m Pebble beach at the mouth of the impressive rocky gorge between two gigantic rock walls. Snorkelling Beach profile →
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Platja d'en Repic
Coarse sand · approx. 250 m Family-friendly beach on the southern shore of Sóller's circular natural harbour bay. Families Snorkelling Beach profile →
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Excursions
Activities around Port de Sóller
Location of Port de Sóller and the nearest beaches.
Food & drink
Restaurants in Port de Sóller
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Es Fanals
Port de Sóller
Mallorcan
- Harbour
- Sea view
- Special occasion
- Fine dining
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Ses Oliveres
Port de Sóller
Fish & seafood · Mediterranean
- Harbour
- Families
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Frequently asked questions about Port de Sóller
What is the beach like in Port de Sóller?
There are two stretches of sand and shingle in the sheltered bay. The water is calm and the entry moderately shallow – not a Caribbean beach, but the most convenient place to swim in the Tramuntana.
Can you get to Port de Sóller without a car?
Yes, by train from Palma to Sóller and then by tram to the harbour. Regular buses also run directly from Palma.
When is the best time to travel?
April to June and September to October. Hiking is pleasant then, the sea is still warm enough and the town is much quieter than in August.