Shopping in Mallorca

During you visit to the Balearic island of Majorca off the Mediterranean coast of Spain, you will find shopping an absolute delight. The island has a variety of hypermarkets, large stores and small local shops, where you can find designer clothing, shoes, jewelry, sporting goods, health food, and handicrafts. Reserve a Mallorca car hire to get around during your stay in Mallorca.

In the island's capital, Palma de Mallorca, you can find a large selection of chain stores such as C&A, as well as some excellent international stores if you are willing to venture down some of the back streets. Most of the larger stores are located on the main avenue, Passeig d'es Born. Over on Las Ramblas you can find may stalls selling fresh flowers and such. The Avenidas circle the main part of the city, with numerous side streets to explore which are excellent places to shop.

Visit the Passeig per l'Artesania for the most unique gifts and souvenirs during your visit. One of the oldest areas of Palma, this is where genuine Mallorcan products such as glass and pearls can be bought. With the freedom of your own Mallorca rental car you can drive around l'Artesania and experience traditional handicraft trades. Visit the Centre of Interpretation for information on craftwork and modern creative processes.

Outside of the capital there are many arts and crafts to be found which are traditional to Mallorca. Book a cheap car rental in Mallorca and seek out treasures around the island such as traditional glass blowing, leather and footwear, or basket weaving.