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Bellver Castle

Known locally as Castell de Bellver

Bellver Castle is a major castles & fortresses stop in or near Palma, offering climb above Palma for a compact medieval castle visit and broad bay views.

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Bellver Castle LANOEL — CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Typical visit
1 hour 30 minutes
Setting
Mixed
Region
Balearic Islands
Last checked
9 Aug 2026

Why visit

Climb above Palma for a compact medieval castle visit and broad bay views.

What you will see

  • Circular courtyard.
  • City museum.
  • Bay panorama.

History

Built in the early 14th century for King James II of Mallorca, Bellver is unusual for its circular plan and later served military and prison functions.

Photographs

Bellver Castle

LANOEL — CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons · full attribution on the image credits page.

Visitor tips

  1. 1

    Allow about 105 minutes for the main visit, adjusting for queues, walking and optional sections.

  2. 2

    Check current access, opening and ticket information before setting out, especially in peak season.

About Balearic Islands

Mallorca’s mountains and monuments with Ibiza, Formentera and Menorca island heritage.

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