Some places invite you to stay a little longer than you had planned. Port de Sóller is one of them. Between the blue of the Mediterranean, the mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana and the façades lining the seafront promenade, this corner of north-west Mallorca retains a very distinctive character: that of an old fishing harbour that still lives facing the sea.
The view of our terrace at Ses Oliveres perfectly captures this way of enjoying the port. Shade, Mediterranean vegetation, bougainvillea spilling over the promenade and tables waiting for those who decide to stop after a morning at the beach or a stroll by the water.
A natural harbour between the sea and the mountains
Port de Sóller lies approximately four kilometres from the town of Sóller and occupies a large natural bay surrounded by the mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana. For centuries, its location made it an important refuge for fishermen and a vital maritime connection for the valley. (soller.es)
Today, it is one of the most pleasant places in Mallorca for a walk by the sea. The promenade follows much of the bay, making it easy to combine time on the beach with small shops, terraces and restaurants.
Boat trips also depart from the port for some of the best-known landscapes along this coastline, including Sa Calobra, Torrent de Pareis and Cala Tuent. (trendesoller.com)
The beaches of Port de Sóller
One of the great attractions of the port is that you do not need to leave the town behind to enjoy the Mediterranean. The bay is home to beaches such as Platja d’en Repic, beside its seafront promenade, making it easy to combine a few hours of swimming with lunch or a walk around the port. (soller.es)
It is precisely this proximity between the beach, promenade and restaurants that makes Port de Sóller particularly convenient for spending an entire day without having to travel far.
How to get to Port de Sóller
One of the most distinctive ways to arrive is aboard the historic Sóller tram. The first electric line between Sóller and its port opened in 1913 and covers around 4.8 kilometres through orchards, gardens and the valley before reaching the sea. (trendesoller.com)
If you are travelling from Palma, you can also reach Sóller on its famous historic train and then continue to the port by tram. Up-to-date timetables can be checked directly on the official Sóller Railway website. (trendesoller.com)
The port can also be reached by road and public transport. Up-to-date information on buses, parking and access is available on the official Sóller tourism website. (soller.es)
And after the beach, a table by the sea
After a walk, a tram ride or a few hours on the beach comes another of the best ways to discover Mallorca: sitting down to eat.
At Ses Oliveres, right on the seafront in Port de Sóller, our cuisine is closely connected to the Mediterranean, with fresh fish, seafood and rice dishes taking centre stage. You can browse our menu before your visit. (sesoliveresportdesoller.com)
Because visiting Port de Sóller is also about this: walking without rushing, looking out to sea, finding a table beneath the flowers and letting Mallorca do the rest.
