Palma Cathedral

Palma Cathedral is a Gothic cathedral in Palma, Mallorca, rising directly above the sea with three parallel naves. The central nave reaches 44 meters in height and rests on slender columns that open up the space.

Construction started in 1229 after Jaume I of Aragon took Mallorca and ordered the mosque that stood here to be replaced. Work continued for centuries and was only completed in the 17th century.

Locals call the place La Seu, which simply means "the seat" and refers to the bishop's chair. Light enters through tall windows in the morning, filling the interior with color at certain hours.

The building opens on weekday mornings and afternoons, and only in the morning on Saturdays. Those who want to see the interior calmly should arrive early before larger groups enter.

The artist Antoni Gaudí worked here in the early 20th century on several renovations and designed a new canopy over the altar among other things. His interventions remain visible today and shape parts of the interior.

Location: Palma

Inception: 1229

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Elevation above the sea: 43.95 m

Length: 109 m

Width: 40 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: Plaça de la Seu, s/n, Centre, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-17:15; Saturday 10:00-14:15

Phone: +34971713133

Website: http://catedraldemallorca.org

GPS coordinates: 39.56750,2.64806

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:53