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The area consists of three coves – Cala Sant Vicenç, Cala Barques and Cala Molins – with an appealing aura of intimacy. The first two have tiny but perfect beaches, gorgeous water and views. The third is down a hill, with a broader beach and more of a singles atmosphere.

On the wild northern coast, where the opalescent hues of massive cliffs and sea meet, this is probably the area’s quietest beach, since it’s bypassed by most of the crowds who come to see the nearby Torrent de Pareis.

A side turn off the road to Sa Calobra leads its winding way down to Cala Tuent, a small cove with a beach and a 13th-century church, Ermita de Sant Llorenç. Cala Tuent is probably the quietest beach on the northern coast, and there’s a nice café-restaurant on the far side of the cove. Swimming here is safe as long as you don’t venture out too far.

This late-night draw is the area’s choice for a modern Spanish music repertoire.

The famous Spanish shoes are made right here and you can have first pick of the newest styles at reduced prices. Follow the billboards featuring a huge foot.

A famous painting by 17th-century Sevillian artist Murillo hangs in the parish church of this dusty agricultural town. Next door is a museum with a collection of offertory bowls.

A delightful 16th-century villa has been transformed into a mountain eyrie with gardens, terraces, shaded patios and an inviting pool. Rooms are richly decorated, several with antique canopy beds, and the restaurant is excellent.

Peep in on another of Palma’s grand courtyards, with Corinthian columns and balustraded balcony. Its sumptuous library, filled with scientific instruments from the Enlightenment era, is sometimes open.