Sóller area guide: things to do, local history and walks
Take the train into Sóller, then the tram to the port. Between the mountain journey and the bay there’s a town square worth lingering in, and if you’ve still got energy, Biniaraix is a good place to use it.
What to see and how to plan your visit
Start at Plaça de sa Constitució in Sóller town. Give the port its own visit, and check tram timetables if you want to travel between them by tram.
Local history and heritage
The landing and fighting of 1561 are remembered in Es Firó. The Camí de sa Figuera connects the commemoration to a path people can see today. The town’s buildings, orchards and transport history give a fuller picture of the valley.
The Serra de Tramuntana cultural landscape
UNESCO’s World Heritage listing recognises a cultural landscape shaped by agriculture, water management and dry-stone construction. Use the official boundary maps to see how the designated landscape relates to the places you plan to visit.
Suggested walk or outdoor visit
The Consell publishes the Camí de sa Figuera walk. Check its direction, surfaces and return transport before starting.
Regular markets
- Sóller town: Saturdays in the streets of the town centre.
- Port de Sóller: Thursdays on Carrer d’Antoni Montis.
Local market information · Balearic Government’s market calendar
What makes this area special
The historic train brings you into the valley and the tram links the town to its port. Biniaraix is a separate outing into the terraces and stone paths.
Attractions and things to do
- Palma–Sóller train and Sóller–Port de Sóller tram
- Plaça de sa Constitució, Sant Bartomeu church and the town streets
- Port de Sóller’s bay, and Biniaraix and its barranc for a walk
Fiestas and saints’ days
- Sant Antoni: 17 January. Sant Sebastià: 20 January.
- Fira: second Sunday in May, followed by Es Firó on Monday.
- Sant Joan eve: 23 June. Sant Pere, Port de Sóller: 29 June.
- Mare de Déu del Carme, Port de Sóller: the town lists the boat procession for 15 July, the eve of the feast.
- Biniaraix: patronal fiestas on 15 August. Sóller town: Sant Bartomeu on 24 August.
- Check the annual dates of the citrus fair and Fira de la Mar.
Use the feast day as a guide, then check this year’s programme for the procession, music or other events you’d like to catch.
Fiesta calendar and visitor information · Additional programme information
Beaches and swimming spots
- Platja d’en Repic. The sandy beach on the southern side of the bay. Choose it for a beach stop with a promenade and lunch nearby.
- Es Través. The port-side beach is a good fit if you’re coming by tram and want the waterfront on the same outing.
Check the flag and current conditions on the day. If you need step-free access or specific facilities, use the linked beach information to pick your entrance.
Before you go, see our Mallorca beach etiquette and safety guide for swimming flags, Blue Flag beaches and what to do in an emergency.
Patiki Beach sits at the far end of Platja d’en Repic. It’s an easy place to end a walk round the port with lunch by the water. See our beach club and chiringuito guide.
What to eat here
Try locally grown oranges when they’re in season, or stop for an orange juice in the square. If you’re following the tram to the port, lunch by the bay makes a good second stop.
Good to know before you go
The Palma–Sóller train and port tram have separate timetables. Check the return before you choose how much time to spend at the port.
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Sóller without a car?
Look up the exact stop in the TIB journey planner before you go. If you’re heading out to a hamlet, beach or walking route, check the last bus back as well.
How would I spend half a day here?
- Start in Plaça de sa Constitució and see Sant Bartomeu.
- Take the tram to Port de Sóller.
- Walk towards Platja d’en Repic and stay by the bay for lunch.
Listen to the Majorca Mallorca Podcast
Useful links
- Official visitor information for Sóller
- Official route or visitor information
- UNESCO’s Serra de Tramuntana listing and boundary maps
- TIB public transport planner
Get the Majorca Mallorca newsletter
Get our pick of what’s on in Mallorca, from village fiestas and markets to family days out, straight to your inbox.
This post may contain affiliate links that help support Majorca Mallorca in creating content like this. If you make a purchase using one of these links, Majorca Mallorca may receive compensation at no extra cost to you. Read our disclosure for more information.