{"id":17629,"date":"2025-03-19T10:57:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T10:57:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/?p=17629"},"modified":"2026-02-05T13:25:39","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T13:25:39","slug":"how-big-is-mallorca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/","title":{"rendered":"How Big is Mallorca? Size Comparisons, Driving Times"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Mallorca is Spain\u2019s largest Balearic Island<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/where-is-mallorca-on-the-map\/\">located in the Mediterranean Sea<\/a>\u2014but how big is it really? Can you comfortably drive around the island in just a day? And what does its size mean for your holiday itinerary?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Since 2015, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/en\/\">Click  Mallorca<\/a> has helped countless travelers navigate Mallorca\u2019s winding roads, breathtaking coastlines, and picturesque villages. In this practical travel guide, we\u2019ll break down the island\u2019s size, driving distances, and essential tips\u2014helping you explore with ease, plan with confidence, and make the most of your time in Mallorca with our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/mallorca-travel-guide\/\">Mallorca Travel Guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fb98a113353\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fb98a113353\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#how-big-is-mallorca\" title=\"How Big is Mallorca?\">How Big is Mallorca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#mallorca-island-size-compared-to-the-uk-us-europe\" title=\"Mallorca Island Size Compared to the UK, US &amp; Europe\">Mallorca Island Size Compared to the UK, US &amp; Europe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#1-mallorca-vs-uk-regions\" title=\"1. Mallorca vs. UK Regions\">1. Mallorca vs. UK Regions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#2-mallorca-vs-us-states\" title=\"2. Mallorca vs. US States\">2. Mallorca vs. US States<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#3-mallorca-vs-mediterranean-islands\" title=\"3. Mallorca vs. Mediterranean Islands\">3. Mallorca vs. Mediterranean Islands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#can-you-drive-around-mallorca-in-a-day\" title=\"Can You Drive Around Mallorca in a Day?\">Can You Drive Around Mallorca in a Day?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#key-driving-distances-from-palma\" title=\"Key Driving Distances from Palma:\">Key Driving Distances from Palma:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#driving-times-how-long-to-explore-mallorca\" title=\"Driving Times: How Long to Explore Mallorca?\">Driving Times: How Long to Explore Mallorca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#whats-next-explore-more-of-mallorca\" title=\"What&#8217;s Next? Explore More of Mallorca!\">What&#8217;s Next? Explore More of Mallorca!<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#explore-our-travel-guide-to-mallorca\" title=\"Explore Our Travel Guide to Mallorca\">Explore Our Travel Guide to Mallorca<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-big-is-mallorca\/#faqs-about-mallorcas-size-location-population\" title=\"FAQs about Mallorca\u2019s Size, Location &amp; Population\">FAQs about Mallorca\u2019s Size, Location &amp; Population<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-big-is-mallorca\"><\/span>How Big is Mallorca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mallorca is the largest of Spain&#8217;s Balearic Islands<\/strong>, covering an area of <strong>3,640 km\u00b2<\/strong> (1,405 sq miles), with approximately <strong>550 km<\/strong> (342 miles) of diverse coastline.Its shoreline ranges from expansive sandy beaches and secluded coves, including some of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/what-to-see-mallorca\/beaches-mallorca\/best-beaches-of-mallorca\/\">best beaches in Mallorca<\/a><\/strong> to rugged cliffs and pebble bays, offering travelers endless possibilities for exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1472\" height=\"832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-big-is-majorca-1.jpg\" alt=\"how big is mallorca\" class=\"wp-image-17631\" style=\"width:700px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Facts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Area<\/strong>: 3,640 km\u00b2 (1,405 sq miles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coastline length<\/strong>: Approximately 550 km (342 miles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum width<\/strong>: 100 km (62 miles) (East to West)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum length<\/strong>: 75 km (47 miles) (North to South)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of its manageable size, Mallorca can be enjoyed year-round, but choosing the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/best-time-to-travel-to-mallorca\/\">best time to visit Mallorca<\/a><\/strong> will help you make the most of your trip depending on weather, crowds and activities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"mallorca-island-size-compared-to-the-uk-us-europe\"><\/span>Mallorca Island Size Compared to the UK, US &amp; Europe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mallorca might be the largest of Spain\u2019s Balearic Islands, but how does it compare in size to places you&#8217;re familiar with? Here\u2019s a quick comparison that puts Mallorca\u2019s area (3,640 km\u00b2) into perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-mallorca-vs-uk-regions\"><\/span>1. Mallorca vs. UK Regions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When compared with popular British holiday spots:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cornwall<\/strong>: Mallorca is only slightly larger than Cornwall (3,562 km\u00b2)\u2014but it boasts ten times more beaches!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Greater London<\/strong>: Mallorca is <strong>2.3 times bigger<\/strong> than Greater London&#8217;s 1,572 km\u00b2, offering significantly more room to explore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-mallorca-vs-us-states\"><\/span>2. Mallorca vs. US States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For travelers from the United States:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rhode Island<\/strong>: Mallorca is about <strong>1.36 times larger<\/strong> than Rhode Island (2,678 km\u00b2), with a more diverse landscape and coastlines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Los Angeles County<\/strong>: Mallorca is approximately <strong>0.75 times the size<\/strong> of Los Angeles County\u2019s 4,751 km\u00b2, but offers far more relaxed roads and scenic countryside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-mallorca-vs-mediterranean-islands\"><\/span>3. Mallorca vs. Mediterranean Islands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to other well-known Mediterranean islands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ibiza<\/strong>: Mallorca is approximately <strong>5 times larger<\/strong> than neighboring Ibiza (571 km\u00b2), allowing more variety in landscapes, beaches, and activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sicily<\/strong>: Mallorca is nearly <strong>7 times smaller<\/strong> than Sicily (25,711 km\u00b2), making it easier to explore thoroughly in a short stay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fun Fact:<\/strong><br>Mallorca\u2019s famous Serra de Tramuntana mountain range stretches for <strong>90 km<\/strong>\u2014that\u2019s even longer than Hawaii\u2019s iconic Road to Hana (83 km)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-drive-around-mallorca-in-a-day\"><\/span>Can You Drive Around Mallorca in a Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mallorca\u2019s size makes it entirely possible to drive around the island within a single day, especially if you already know <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/how-to-get-around-mallorca\/\">how to get around Mallorca<\/a><\/strong>. The complete circular route around Mallorca covers roughly <strong>312 kilometers (193 miles)<\/strong>, requiring about <strong>5 to 6 hours<\/strong> of continuous driving without stops. However, with so many scenic spots, picturesque towns, and beautiful beaches, allowing extra time is highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to short driving distances, it\u2019s easy to combine multiple <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/what-to-see-mallorca\/things-to-do-in-mallorca\/\">things to do in Mallorca<\/a><\/strong> in a single day, from beaches and villages to mountains and cultural sites.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key-driving-distances-from-palma\"><\/span>Key Driving Distances from Palma:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Route<\/th><th>Distance<\/th><th>Approx. driving time<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Palma to Alc\u00fadia<\/td><td>55 km (34 miles)<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Palma to S\u00f3ller<\/td><td>30 km (18 miles)<\/td><td>35 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Palma to Cala d\u2019Or<\/td><td>65 km (40 miles)<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Palma to Cala Ratjada<\/td><td>80 km (50 miles)<\/td><td>1 hr 15 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Palma to Cala Millor<\/td><td>70 km (43 miles)<\/td><td>1 hour<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These short driving times mean you can stay almost anywhere on the island. Choosing <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/where-to-stay-in-mallorca\/\">where to stay in Mallorca<\/a><\/strong> often depends more on your travel style than on distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This table will help you easily plan your day trips and excursions across the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"driving-times-how-long-to-explore-mallorca\"><\/span>Driving Times: How Long to Explore Mallorca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mallorca&#8217;s well-connected roads make it convenient to explore various attractions. Below are some popular driving routes with approximate distances, driving times, and recommended scenic stops:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Route<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Distance<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Driving Time<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Recommended Scenic Stops<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Palma to Cap de Formentor<\/strong><\/td><td>85 km<\/td><td>1 hr 45 min<\/td><td>Alc\u00fadia Old Town, Pollen\u00e7a, Formentor Lighthouse<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Palma to Port de S\u00f3ller<\/strong><\/td><td>30 km<\/td><td>35 min<\/td><td>S\u00f3ller Town, Jardins d&#8217;Alf\u00e0bia<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Palma to Lluc Monastery via Sa Calobra<\/strong><\/td><td>70 km<\/td><td>1 hr 30 min<\/td><td>Lluc Monastery, Sa Calobra, Torrent de Pareis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Palma to Cuevas del Drach<\/strong><\/td><td>65 km<\/td><td>1 hr<\/td><td>Porto Cristo, Manacor<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving times can feel very different depending on the season, especially when you factor in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/mallorca-temperature\/\">Mallorca\u2019s temperature by month<\/a><\/strong> and summer traffic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note that driving times are approximate and can vary based on traffic conditions and time of year.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1472\" height=\"832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/distances-in-the-island-of-mallorca-1.jpg\" alt=\"distances in mallorca\" class=\"wp-image-17632\" style=\"width:700px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Route Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Palma to Cap de Formentor<\/strong>: This northern route offers breathtaking coastal views, passing through historic towns like Alc\u00fadia and Pollen\u00e7a before reaching the iconic Formentor Lighthouse.\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palma to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/places-interest-mallorca\/port-de-soller\/\">Port de S\u00f3ller<\/a><\/strong>: A scenic drive through the Serra de Tramuntana mountains leads to the picturesque Port de S\u00f3ller, known for its charming harbor and tramway.\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palma to Lluc Monastery via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/places-interest-mallorca\/sa-calobra\/\">Sa Calobra<\/a><\/strong>: This route takes you to the serene Lluc Monastery and the dramatic Sa Calobra road, famous for its hairpin bends and stunning gorge, Torrent de Pareis.\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Palma to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/en\/excursions\/caves-drach-half-day-from-cruise-area\/\">Cuevas del Drach<\/a><\/strong>: Head east to explore the impressive Cuevas del Drach in Porto Cristo, featuring underground lakes and guided tours.\u200b<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning your journey, consider allocating extra time to fully enjoy these scenic stops and immerse yourself in Mallorca&#8217;s diverse landscapes and cultural sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"whats-next-explore-more-of-mallorca\"><\/span>What&#8217;s Next? Explore More of Mallorca!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope this guide has answered your question, &#8220;<strong>how big is Mallorca?<\/strong>&#8221; and inspired your upcoming travels. Now that you&#8217;ve got a sense of the island&#8217;s size, distances, and driving routes, it&#8217;s time to plan your perfect itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re dreaming of cruising along the coast, exploring mountain trails, or experiencing vibrant local culture, we&#8217;ve got something perfect for every traveler. Browse our recommended excursions below and start planning your Mallorca adventure today! \u2b07\ufe0f\ud83c\udf34<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Now that you know how easy it is to get around the island, explore our guide to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/what-to-see-mallorca\/beaches-mallorca\/\">Mallorca\u2019s coastline and beaches<\/a><\/strong> to decide which sandy stretches and hidden coves to include in your route.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"n2-section-smartslider fitvidsignore  n2_clear\" data-ssid=\"11\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Slider\"><div id=\"n2-ss-11-align\" class=\"n2-ss-align\"><div class=\"n2-padding\"><div id=\"n2-ss-11\" data-creator=\"Smart Slider 3\" data-responsive=\"auto\" class=\"n2-ss-slider n2-ow n2-has-hover n2notransition  \">\n        <div class=\"n2-ss-slider-1 n2-ow\">\n            <div class=\"n2-ss-slider-2 n2-ow\">\n                <div class=\"n2-ss-slide-backgrounds n2-ow-all\"><div class=\"n2-ss-slide-background\" data-public-id=\"1\" data-mode=\"fill\"><div class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-image\" data-blur=\"0\" data-opacity=\"50\" data-x=\"35\" data-y=\"50\" data-alt=\"excursions mallorca\" data-title=\"excursions mallorca\" style=\"opacity:0.5;--ss-o-pos-x:35%\"><picture class=\"skip-lazy\" data-skip-lazy=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mallorca.jpg\" alt=\"excursions mallorca\" title=\"excursions mallorca\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"skip-lazy\" data-skip-lazy=\"1\"><\/picture><\/div><div data-color=\"RGBA(60,60,60,1)\" style=\"background-color: RGBA(60,60,60,1);\" class=\"n2-ss-slide-background-color\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <div class=\"n2-ss-slider-3 n2-ow\">\n                    <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 1220 312\" data-related-device=\"desktopPortrait\" class=\"n2-ow n2-ss-preserve-size n2-ss-preserve-size--slider 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data-pm=\"normal\" data-sstype=\"layer\"><div id=\"n2-ss-11item2\" class=\"n2-font-e444516f3cd201d3c6c7798a5ce0ed55-hover   n2-ss-item-content n2-ss-text n2-ow\" style=\"display:block;\">The best excursions, tours and boat trips to enjoy the holiday<\/div><\/div><div class=\"n2-ss-layer n2-ow n-uc-R0h8zIhtoRmb\" data-pm=\"normal\" data-sstype=\"layer\"><div class=\"n2-ss-button-container n2-ss-item-content n2-ow n2-font-aa17aaeef61b48c1ce9107526e93a5f5-link  n2-ss-nowrap\"><a class=\"n2-style-91de29be64dbe428acccb3b339585304-heading  n2-ow \" href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/en\/\"><div><div>More Information<\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div><ss3-loader><\/ss3-loader><\/div><\/div><div class=\"n2_clear\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"explore-our-travel-guide-to-mallorca\"><\/span>Explore Our Travel Guide to Mallorca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover unforgettable excursions, boat tours, and local experiences to enrich your holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Why book with us?<\/strong><br>\u2705 Local expertise \u2013 we live and breathe Mallorca!<br>\u2705 Smaller groups &amp; highly rated guides<br>\u2705 Lower prices compared to big tour operators<br>\u2705 Simple, safe, and secure online bookings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading parrafo-azul\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faqs-about-mallorcas-size-location-population\"><\/span>FAQs about Mallorca\u2019s Size, Location &amp; Population<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239445594\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How big is Mallorca in miles?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca covers an area of <strong>1,405 square miles (3,640 km\u00b2)<\/strong>, with approximately <strong>342 miles (550 km)<\/strong> of coastline.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239474713\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How big is Mallorca compared to the US?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca is roughly <strong>1.36 times bigger than Rhode Island<\/strong>, but only about <strong>75% the size of Los Angeles County<\/strong>.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239492579\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is Mallorca\u2019s length and width?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca is about <strong>62 miles (100 km)<\/strong> wide (east to west) and approximately <strong>47 miles (75 km)<\/strong> long (north to south).<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239537867\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How big is Mallorca compared to the UK?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca is slightly larger than Cornwall (<strong>1.02x bigger<\/strong>) and more than twice the size of Greater London (<strong>2.3x bigger<\/strong>).<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239558749\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the population of Mallorca?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca has a population of approximately <strong>950,000 residents<\/strong>, with roughly half living in Palma, the island\u2019s capital.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239579818\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How big is Mallorca compared to Ireland?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca (3,640 km\u00b2) is significantly smaller than Ireland, which covers <strong>84,421 km\u00b2<\/strong>, making Ireland roughly <strong>23 times larger<\/strong>.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1742239601872\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where is Mallorca?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Mallorca is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/blog\/en\/plan-holiday-mallorca\/where-is-mallorca-on-the-map\">located in the Mediterranean Sea<\/a>, part of Spain\u2019s Balearic Islands, east of mainland Spain and south of Barcelona<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-default\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#0055cc;border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#1188ff;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:1px;border-top-right-radius:1px\">Plan your escape to Mallorca!<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:1px;border-bottom-right-radius:1px\">\n<div class=\"content-box-area\">\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-camera\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>The best options for a good time in Mallorca: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/en\/\">Excursions in Mallorca<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-bed\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>Hotels where to stay with free cancellation and at the best price: <a href=\"https:\/\/expedia.com\/affiliate\/RrhNCLb\" rel=\"nofollow\">Hotels in Mallorca<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-car\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>Rent a car at the best prices. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcars.com\/es\/?requestorid=5324&amp;utm_source=www.click-mallorca.com&amp;utm_medium=afiliado-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">Rental cars in Mallorca<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>Find flights to Mallorca at the best price: <a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/3171348\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"nofollow\">Flights to Mallorca<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-ship\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>Boat and catamaran trips and tours: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.click-mallorca.com\/en\/activities\/mallorca-boat-catamaran-trips\/\/\">Boat trips in Mallorca<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"content-item\">\n        <span class=\"c-icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-map\"><\/i><\/span><br \/>\n<span>More articles about Mallorca: <a 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