Join us for a stroll around the old town of Palma and discover the culture and traditions of Mallorca through its handicrafts. We’ll take you to hidden, centuries-old shops off the tourist trail, where you’ll meet the local artisans leading the way in creating a wide variety of local products, including straw baskets, footwear, pottery and pearl jewellery. Not only will you pick up some wonderfully authentic souvenirs and support local entrepreneurs, but we’ll also treat you to a typical Mallorcan snack and we’ll teach you a thing or two about the fascinating history of our beautiful island.
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, a typical snack from Mallorca (such as a llonguet).
Passeig Del Born, a famous tree-lined promenade packed with shops, restaurants and bars.
Mallorca boasts an enviable handicraft culture that has endured thanks to the proud local craftsmen and women that keep the old craft-making traditions alive.
On your shopping tour, we’ll visit a number of stores that have been around for over 100 years, many of which are still family-owned and operated and specialise in unique goods made right here in Mallorca.
Our first stop will be in the atmospheric Jewish neighbourhood, where we will visit a pearl shop and learn why Mallorcan pearls are so popular.
Our discovery of local products continues with a stop to appreciate the many varieties of traditional baskets and other delightful wicker products that are all made locally.
As we stroll through the narrow old streets we will arrive at a footwear store to learn about the different types of shoes of the Balearic Islands, their history and their traditional use.
From there we’ll visit a pottery shop where you will discover the pots, pans, casseroles, fruit platters, hot pots, oil bottles, jars, jugs, and ladles, all made with earth in the charming village of Pòrtol, at a factory that has been run by the same family for five generations.
A journey through the most famous products of Mallorca would not be complete without a food experience! We will stop at one of the oldest bakeries in town where you will taste the famous llonguet, the Mallorcan sandwich made with sobrassada or cheese.
After our Made in Mallorca tour ends, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on which restaurants to visit and which secret local spots to discover.
Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. As most of the shops we visit are small, family-owned businesses, they sometimes unexpectedly close or alter their hours for the day. In such a case, we'll visit other nearby shops or attractions that still keep with the theme and essence of the tour.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 9 people.
Closure of sites: This tour includes visits to independent, family-run businesses, which may sometimes unexpectedly close or alter their hours for the day. In such case, we'll visit other nearby shops or attractions that still keep with the theme and essence of our tour.
We can accommodate vegetarians and some other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@mallorcaurbanadventures.com Please note that the bakery we visit is unable to cater for gluten-free customers.
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