Caves in Mallorca: five stalactite caves compared

The five caves at a glance

• Coves del Drac (Porto Cristo): the best known. At the end, you sit before an underground lake where musicians in boats play a short concert. Crowded, but special. Everything about it in Drachenhöhlen Porto Cristo.
• Coves dels Hams (Porto Cristo): just a few hundred meters further. Smaller, with delicate, hook-shaped stalactites, a light and sound show, and the "Sea of Venice", a lake with music.
• Coves d’Artà (Canyamel): high above the sea at Cap Vermell. Vast halls, a huge entrance with a view of the sea, cathedral-sized stalagmite columns. Less show, more awe.
• Coves de Campanet (Central Mallorca): the quietest. In the middle of the greenery on the edge of the Tramuntana, smaller groups, lots of nature all around. Easy to combine with the Ses Fonts Ufanes springs after rain.
• Coves de Gènova (Palma): small and close to the city in the Gènova district. A good choice if you are already in Palma and children need a quick change of pace.

Which cave is right for you?

With small children: Hams or Gènova, short and varied. The big one once: Drach, but book early. For photographers and architecture lovers: Artà. For anyone who wants to avoid crowds: Campanet.

Practical information

• Duration: 30 to 60 minutes depending on the cave, usually as a guided tour.
• Prices: roughly between 15 and 35 euros for adults, cheaper for children. Check the current prices on the official websites, they change every year.
• Temperature: consistently around 20 degrees, a pleasant break from the heat in summer.
• Shoes: The paths are damp and have steps. No flip-flops, no strollers.
• Tickets: For Drach and Hams, book online in advance during the season, the time slots are often sold out.

Planning the trip

Drach, Hams and Artà are all located on the east coast and can be combined with Porto Cristo, Manacor or Cala Ratjada: Porto Cristo, Majorica Pearls in Manacor, Artà and Capdepera. Campanet is perfect for a day in central Mallorca, see Villages of Central Mallorca. Caves are also a good plan if the weather doesn't cooperate: Mallorca in the Rain.

Accommodation nearby

Most caves are located in the east. From a finca around Manacor, Porto Cristo or Son Servera, you will be there in fifteen minutes. Houses: Finca near Porto Cristo and Finca in Eastern Mallorca.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cave on Mallorca is the most beautiful?

The Drachenhöhlen are the best known because of the concert on the lake. The Coves d’Artà impress with their huge halls, the Coves de Campanet with their tranquility.

How many caves can you visit on Mallorca?

Five are regularly open to visitors: Drach, Hams, Artà, Campanet and Gènova.

How cold is it in the caves?

It stays around 20 degrees all year round. You don't need a jacket, but sturdy shoes.

Can you visit the caves with a stroller?

Generally no, there are many steps. Bring a baby carrier.