City Sightseeing Mallorca runs the international franchise of open-top red buses in Palma: one circular route with 19 stops, combos with monument tickets and a boat trip round the bay. It has no competition, because it is the only sightseeing bus in the city. Our verdict in one sentence: a decent, flexible product that pays off if you are going to Bellver or the Poble Espanyol, and one you can skip if you only want the old town.
Score
- Route
- 4/5Bellver, Poble Espanyol and the cruise port on one loop
- Frequency
- 3/5Every 30 min in the morning, every 45 min from 14:30
- Price
- 3/5The platforms sell it cheaper than its own website
- Transparency
- 2/5Currency varies on the website; no child fares or loop duration
- Cancellation
- 4/5Free up to 24 h; voucher valid 12 months
- Accessibility
- 4/5Wheelchair-accessible buses; dogs in carriers
Pros
- The only easy way to reach Bellver without a car or the uphill walk
- Stops at the cruise port (13 and 14) and opposite the Cathedral (1)
- Audio guide in 8 languages, earphones and map included
- Wheelchair-accessible buses
- Free cancellation and a voucher valid for a year
Cons
- Every 45 minutes in the afternoon: lots of waiting if you hop off often
- The last useful bus for Bellver may be the 16:30
- Website prices shown in pounds or dollars depending on where you browse from
- The boat in the combo is cheaper bought direct from Sa Calma
- No boat on Sundays or from December to March
What City Sightseeing offers in Palma
The bus. Just one route, the Red Route, circular with 19 stops: it starts on Antoni Maura, opposite the Cathedral, goes up to Plaça d'Espanya, circles the centre along the avenues, drops down to the Passeig Marítim (the seafront promenade), passes the Poble Espanyol (stop 9) and Bellver (10), reaches the cruise port (13 and 14) and returns along the seafront. It runs 10:00 to 17:30, every 30 minutes until 14:30 and every 45 minutes after that. It includes an audio guide in 8 languages, earphones, a map and a cap. The full list of stops is in our guide to Palma's hop-on hop-off bus.
The combos. Bus plus Bellver or the Poble Espanyol, bus plus six attractions, and a 48-hour bus plus nine attractions (Cathedral, Banys Àrabs, Palau March, Es Baluard, CaixaForum, Museu Marítim, Sant Carles, Bellver or Poble Espanyol, and the boat or an immersive show).
The boat. A 50-minute trip round the port and the bay, water included, from the Escala Real, next to the Llotja. It leaves every hour from 11:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday, from 1 April to 30 November. Here is the small print: the boat is not City Sightseeing's. It is Sa Calma Boats' Marco Polo, the same vessel Sa Calma sells as "Mallorca City Boat". Same boat, three shop windows.
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Sights· Palma city
Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour
4.1 (5,165)
from €27Check availability
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Sights· Palma city
Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour
4.0 (346)
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Sights· Palma city
Mallorca: 24 or 48-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Bus + Boat Tour
4.2 (54)
from €46Check availability
See everything on GetYourGuide →Prices checked on 6 October 2026
Prices: direct versus platforms
| Product | City Sightseeing website | Platforms | Sa Calma direct |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 h bus | about €31 (price varies) | from €27 (GYG, Tiqets, Headout) | — |
| Bus + Bellver or Poble Espanyol | from €34.32 | — | — |
| Bus + 6 attractions | from €52.62 | — | — |
| Bus + 9 attractions, 48 h | from €65.20 | — | — |
| Bus + boat | — | from €46 (Tiqets, 24 or 48 h) | — |
| Boat only | about €21.74 | — | €19 |
The odd thing is that right now the bus is cheaper on the platforms than on the official website. City Sightseeing's website shows prices in your location's currency (pounds or dollars), so switch to euros before comparing.
| Platform | Product | Rating | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GetYourGuide | Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Bus Tour | 4.1 (5,165) | €27 | See on GetYourGuide |
| Tiqets | City Sightseeing Palma de Mallorca: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour | 3.8 (18) | €27 | See on Tiqets |
| Headout | City Sightseeing: Palma de Mallorca Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour | 4.1 (362) | €27 | See on Headout |
Adult price, checked on 6 October 2026. Platforms change prices daily: confirm before you pay.
The 9-attraction pass has a catch: buying the Cathedral (€10), Banys Àrabs (€3.50), Es Baluard (€8), CaixaForum (€6) and Bellver (€4) separately plus the bus comes to about €62.50, less than the pass's €65.20. It only pays off if you go into four or five paid sights in two days, and remember that the Cathedral does not open to tourists on Sundays and Bellver is free that day. Official prices in our tickets guide.
What travellers say
City Sightseeing has no rating of its own on the big platforms, but its products do. On GetYourGuide the 24-hour bus has 4.1 out of 5 from more than 5,100 reviews; on Headout, also 4.1 from about 360; on Tiqets the bus alone drops to 3.8 from very few reviews, and the bus-and-boat combo rises to 4.2. For comparison, the Cathedral ticket has 4.6 on those same platforms.
That is the rating of a product that works without thrilling anyone. Given how the service is set up, what shapes the experience most is the afternoon frequency: at every 45 minutes, a couple of stops eat up the afternoon. Plan your long stops for the morning.
How to book and cancel
- On the official website: voucher on your phone or on paper, valid 12 months, free cancellation. The boat can be cancelled free up to 24 hours before and depends on the weather.
- On platforms: same route, same bus. On GetYourGuide, "pay later" is charged 72 hours before; on Headout a service fee is added at checkout and refunds may come as credit; on Tiqets you can only cancel if the listing says so.
- Boat: collect your boarding card and drink voucher at the kiosk by the Escala Real before boarding. Children aged 0 to 5 travel free but must be on the booking.
Alternatives to City Sightseeing
- Just the boat: buy it direct from Sa Calma Boats for €19. If you want a swim or a sunset, look at boat trips in Palma.
- Just the old town: it is easy on foot. A walking tour tells you more than an audio guide.
- Just getting around: the EMT city bus costs €2 in cash, and less with a contactless card. Line 1 covers the port and the Passeig Marítim, and lines 4, 20 and 46 get you close to Bellver, though you then have to walk up. We explain it in our review of Palma's public transport.
- Cruise passengers: compare the bus with the EMT 1 in the cruise port guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is City Sightseeing in Palma worth it?
Yes, if you want to see Bellver and the Poble Espanyol without a car or you are arriving on a cruise. If you are only seeing the old town, no: it is easy on foot.
How much is City Sightseeing Palma?
The 24-hour bus costs from €27 on the platforms and about €31 on the official website. Combos range from €34.32 (bus + Bellver or Poble Espanyol) to €65.20 (48 hours and nine attractions).
Which boat does City Sightseeing use in Palma?
Sa Calma Boats' Marco Polo, which leaves from the Escala Real. Sa Calma sells the same trip direct for €19.
Can I cancel a City Sightseeing ticket?
On the official website, yes: the voucher is valid for 12 months and can be cancelled free. The boat can be cancelled free up to 24 hours before. On the platforms, each listing's terms apply.
Is the City Sightseeing bus accessible?
Yes, the buses take wheelchairs. Dogs in carriers are also allowed.
