Beach profile · Palma
Platja de Can Pere Antoni
Last checked: September 2026
Palma's central town beach with views of La Seu cathedral, right on the cycle and footpath.
In brief
Why Platja de Can Pere Antoni?
Ideal for combining sightseeing, shopping in Palma and a spontaneous dip in the sea.
Who is it suitable for?
- City-break travellers
- Walkers
- Locals
Less suitable for
- A full day at the beach
- Those seeking peace and quiet
Beach and water
Surface: fine sand, length approx. 750 m, beach depth approx. 15 m. Water entry: moderate entry, waves moderate. Typical crowds: busy. Best time of day: late afternoon.
Facilities
Food and drink: beach club. Toilets: seasonal. Showers: seasonal. Sunloungers: available. Changing rooms: not available. Shade: parasols. Lifeguards: seasonal.
Getting there and parking
Parking: paid car park. Walk: approx. 4 minutes. Parking situation: moderate. There are bus connections; timetables change seasonally.
Families and accessibility
The water entry is suitable for families with children. Accessibility: wheelchair accessible. A beach wheelchair is available. Dogs: no. Nude bathing: no.
Snorkelling and water sports
SUP and paddling are possible. Available on site: SUP.
Safety and particular risks
Located right on the Passeig Marítim coastal road. Good water quality, but occasional urban run-off after heavy rain.
Watch out for: Waves when the wind is from the south.
Beach facts
- Region
- Palma
- Municipality
- Palma
- Nearest town
- Palma centre
- Surface
- fine sand
- Length
- approx. 750 m
- Water entry
- moderate entry
- Waves
- moderate
- Shade
- parasols
- Food and drink
- beach club
- Parking
- paid car park
- Walk
- 4 minutes
- Bus
- yes
- Lifeguards
- seasonal
- Accessibility
- wheelchair accessible
- Coordinates
- 39.5638, 2.6592
Location of Platja de Can Pere Antoni in Mallorca.
Practical tip
It is best to park in the Park de la Mar underground car park below the cathedral.
Nearby beaches
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Platja de Ciutat Jardí
Wide, sheltered sandy beach in the suburb of Ciutat Jardí, with children's playgrounds and a relaxed residential atmosphere. View beach profile →
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Cala Major
Densely built-up but fine-sand cove just west of Palma, with clear water and year-round infrastructure. View beach profile →
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Cala Estància
Almost completely enclosed sandy cove in Can Pastilla with Blue Flag water quality. View beach profile →
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Cala Comtessa
Fine turquoise cove in the upmarket resort of Illetes, framed by pine trees and small offshore islands. View beach profile →
Nearby restaurants
- DINS Santi Taura · Palma
- Marc Fosh · Palma
- Zaranda · Palma
- Adrián Quetglas · Palma
Next steps
Region
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Frequently asked questions about Platja de Can Pere Antoni
Where do you park for Platja de Can Pere Antoni?
Parking: paid car park. Walk: approx. 4 minutes.
Is Platja de Can Pere Antoni suitable for children?
Suitable for children: yes. Water entry: moderate entry.
Are dogs allowed? Is nude bathing allowed?
Dogs: no. Nude bathing: no.
Can you get there without a car?
There is a bus service; check timetables in advance.
Is there any shade?
Shade: parasols.
Image credits: Platja de Can Pere Antoni: Photo Chixoy, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons