Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain uses Europe/Madrid, currently CEST (UTC+02:00). Clocks move back 1 hour on 25 October 2026.
Palma is a city in Spain, with a population of about 438,200. Local clocks move forward and back with daylight saving time each year.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
The old town near the cathedral puts most sights, restaurants, and transit within easy walking distance, while beachfront areas further out suit visitors prioritizing the coastline. Staying centrally works well for combining city sightseeing with day trips.
The cathedral and old town streets are pleasant to explore at almost any hour, while the surrounding beaches are best enjoyed during the warmer months. Harbor-side walks are especially nice around sunset.
The old town is highly walkable, and buses cover the wider city efficiently, including routes out to nearby beaches. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are readily available for more direct trips.
The Mediterranean climate brings hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters, with late spring and early autumn often considered the most comfortable balance of warmth and manageable crowds. Peak summer draws the largest numbers of visitors.
Spain uses the EUR, calling code +34.
Spain uses the euro, and Spanish is the official national language, with Catalan also widely spoken and understood locally. A relaxed pace with later mealtimes is typical, so adjusting expectations for dining hours helps.
