How to Avoid the Crowds in Mallorca in 2025 – Local Tips

How to Avoid the Crowds in Mallorca in 2025 – Smart Tips from Someone Who Knows the Island 😎

Mallorca’s popularity keeps growing, and 2025 looks like another record-breaking year for visitors. While that’s great for the island’s economy, it also means certain spots are going to be packed — especially in high season. But don’t worry — there are still loads of ways to enjoy the island without feeling like you're in a theme park queue.

Here’s how to dodge the crowds in Mallorca this year — from savvy timing to secret spots.

🕰️ Pick Your Moments – Timing Is Everything

Let’s start with the obvious one: timing is everything.

• Best months: May, early June, late September, and October

• Why: Warm weather, quieter beaches, and way fewer people

• Bonus: Cheaper flights, better hotel deals, and easier restaurant reservations

If you have flexibility, skip July and August. They’re hot, expensive, and super busy — especially in tourist-heavy areas like Palma, Magaluf, Alcudia, and Sóller.

🗺️ Explore Lesser-Known Towns & Villages

Most tourists flock to the same places. So why not go off the radar?

Here are a few underrated gems:

• 🏡 Santanyí – Charming and artsy, with a great Saturday market and stunning beaches nearby like Cala Llombards.

• 🧘‍♀️ Artà – Historic, peaceful, and close to some of the island’s most unspoiled coves.

• 🌿 Es Capdellà – A quiet mountain village with authentic Mallorcan vibes and hardly any crowds.

• 🍷 Binissalem – Perfect if you’re into wine and want a local, relaxed experience.

🏖️ Choose Hidden Beaches (Calas)

The main beaches like Es Trenc or Cala Millor get packed. But there are still hidden calas where you can find some peace.

A few quieter options:

• 🏝️ Cala Tuent – Remote and wild, nestled in the Tramuntana mountains.

• 🪨 Cala Figuera – Not the village, the beach. Rugged and dramatic.

• 🌊 S’Arenalet d’Aubarca – A hike-in-only beach on the Llevant Peninsula. Hard to get to, but totally worth it.

• 🌿 Cala Murta – Small, peaceful, and perfect for a quiet swim if you’re exploring the Formentor area.

Tip: Go early in the day or late afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds — and bring your own snacks!

🚗 Take the Road Less Travelled

Skip the tourist buses and hire a car or e-bike to explore Mallorca’s quieter corners.

• Eastern inland routes through small towns like Petra, Sineu, and Montuïri are gorgeous and rarely busy.

• Tramuntana backroads (like the route from Esporles to Valldemossa via Banyalbufar) are stunning and peaceful outside of peak hours.

Avoid peak driving times (10am–4pm) around the big attractions like Sóller or Cap de Formentor.

☀️ Visit Popular Spots at the Right Time

Want to visit places like Palma Cathedral, Valldemossa, or Deià without elbowing your way through?

• Get there early (before 9:30am) or late (after 6pm).

• Avoid weekends if possible — cruise ship tourists tend to flood the capital then.

• Book things like Bellver Castle, Palma Aquarium, or train to Sóller in advance, and choose the first slots of the day.

🍽️ Eat Like a Local (Not on the Main Street)

Mallorca’s restaurants get rammed — especially near the main squares and beaches. To avoid the worst of the crowds:

• Wander a few streets away from tourist hubs.

• Look for places with a menu del día — a sure sign of a local clientele.

• Reserve ahead for dinner in July and August — especially in places like Port de Sóller, Palma Old Town, and Pollença.

🌄 Try Early Morning Adventures

The island is magical early in the morning — and it’s also when it’s the quietest.

• Sunrise hike to Puig de Sant Salvador

• Early swim at Cala Mondragó or Platja des Caragol

• Walk around Palma’s old town while it’s still waking up

You’ll beat the heat and the crowds.

🏡 Stay Away from the Main Tourist Hubs

Consider staying in quieter areas like:

• Llucmajor – Great base for the south without the crowds of nearby Arenal

• Caimari or Selva – Gorgeous spots near the Tramuntana foothills

• Son Serra de Marina – Super chilled and great for windsurfing or peaceful beach days

Not only will you get a more relaxed vibe, but you’ll also get more space and likely better value for money.

Bonus Tip: Use Local Info & Avoid Insta Hotspots 📱

Places like Caló des Moro look amazing on Instagram, but they’re packed by 9am in summer. Instead, use local tips (😉 like this blog!) to discover places that haven’t been totally overrun.

🔄 Recap – Quick Dos & Don’ts

✅ DO:

• Travel outside of peak season

• Wake up early for popular places

• Explore less touristy inland villages

• Hike to hidden beaches

• Book ahead where needed

❌ DON’T:

• Go to major attractions mid-morning in July or August

• Expect quiet beaches near big resorts

• Stick only to Instagram-famous spots

Looking for more Mallorca tips? Check out:

🌴 Best Beaches in Mallorca

🍷 Things to do in Mallorca

🛏️Where to stay in Mallorca

¡Nos vemos en la isla! 🌴🌞