As be briefly mentioned on the previous "general introduction" page, the three
resorts of C'an Pastilla, Playa de Palma and Arenal are joined by a wide traffic
free promenade. Whilst it is an enjoyable walk between the two, for a cost of
around 3€ each the Mini Train is a convenient alternative.
An excellent bus service runs approximately every 15 minutes from Arenal into
Palma, and costs a very reasonable 1€ per person, or 65p each way. But please be
aware these buses do get extremely crowded and sometimes are known to attract
pickpockets, so keep a tight hold on your valuables at all times.
Although the City of Palma is the commercial and cultural centre of Majorca, the
depth of history, culture and nightlife there often takes visitors by surprise.
The easiest way to "see Palma in a day" is by the Number 50 sightseeing bus,
which runs on average every 20 minutes throughout the day, and takes in all the
major sights of the city.
In common with most City Tour buses around Europe, you can hop on and off the
bus at any point, and tickets are valid for a 24 hour period. The total journey
time for the round trip is 1 hour 20 minutes and costs 15€ for adults and 7.50€
for children under 16.
Palma Aquarium is a spectacular marine park that faithfully recreates sea and
oceanic habitats and ecosystems. The park provides visitors with a unique and
unforgettable experience: interaction, surprises and endless educational
elements that all pursue one fundamental objective: To foster understanding and
wonder for the sea’s beauty.
The 55 aquariums contain an exceptional range of flora and fauna from the
Mediterranean Sea and the Indian, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Palma Aquarium
introduces visitors to this unknown world by faithfully recreating life in
marine ecosystems and natural animal habitats. 8000 specimens from 700 different
species in 5 million litres of seawater. For more information on ticket prices
and opening hours, their contact details are:
Palma Aquarium
Calle Manuela de los Herreros i Sora, 21
07610
Palma de Mallorca
Telephone: +34 971 746 104
Fax: +34 971 268 382
Email:
info@palmaaquarium.com
Web Site:
www.palmaaquarium.com
Certainly worth a visit whilst in Arenal is the Golf Fantasia mini golf course.
This is the sister course to the one of the same name in Palma Nova, and
features 54 holes of crazy golf in a Jurassic Park setting, which and is without
doubt one of the best mini golf courses in Majorca. Contact details for more
information is:
Golf Fantasia
Carretera Arenal 56
S'Arenal
Telephone: +34 971 263 805
The biggest water park on Mallorca called Aqualand el Arenal, is also on the
outskirts of the resort. It's open at 10am everyday during the summer months
until October, although we feel that entry prices are a little steep at 26€ for
adults and 18€ for children. This attraction also becomes very popular during
high season with most of the major tour operators running trips here from all
over the island. For further information contact details are:
Aqualand el Arenal
Palma – Arenal Motorway, exit 13, Km 15
07600
S'Arenal
Telephone: +34 971 440 000
Fax: +34 971 440 035
Web Site:
www.aqualand.es
Based in Playa de Palma, Cooltra Scooter Hire offers visitors a new and exciting
way of experiencing Mallorca, giving you the freedom to discover places that a
conventional tourist can't easily find. The Cooltra team will provide you with
suggestions and tips to enjoy your stay to the fullest, or alternatively if you
do not want to go by yourself, guided scooter tours are also available. Contact
details are:
Cooltra Scooter Hire
Calle Garsa 1, Bajos
07610
Playa de Palma
Telephone: +34 971 745 055
Email:
mallorca@cooltra.com
Web Site:
www.cooltra.com
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