Food and art in Palma can go hand in hand in a single day if you know how to link the museums of the old town with the tables of La Vasca Group. Below you will find a route designed for visitors who want to savor Basque culture and cuisine without leaving the historic center.
Itinerary of a day of food and art in Palma
In the morning – Contemporary art with sea view
Start the day at Es Baluard Museu d’Art Contemporani de Palma, built on the old Renaissance walls and with panoramic views of the bay. It houses more than 800 works of modern and contemporary art and is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (until 3 p.m. on Sundays). After browsing its terraces, walk down the wall to the Plaça de la Llotja for a coffee before continuing.
Mid-morning – Spanish avant-garde in a 17th century palace.
A five-minute walk away you will find the Juan March Foundation (Carrer Sant Miquel 11), free and dedicated to Picasso, Miró, Dalí or Tàpies. The baroque building, known as Can Gallard, is itself a jewel with an interior courtyard and well-kept temporary exhibitions.
Food- Sukalde or La Vasca?
- Sukalde (C/ Forn de la Glòria 5, inside Puro Grand Hotel) reinterprets Basque cuisine with contemporary techniques, ideal for those who leave the museum wanting to be surprised.
- La Vasca (C/ Bonaire 19) is the informal alternative: pintxos, portions to share and cuisine open all day in a vibrant locale.
Both are part of the La Vasca Group: choose creative sophistication at Sukalde or the shared joy of La Vasca, depending on your style.
Afternoon – Sculpture and antique book at Palau March
Head to the central Plaça de Cort to visit the Palau March Museu, former residence of the March family. Its collection covers 20th-century sculpture and houses exquisite codices and historical maps. Don’t miss the terrace overlooking the cathedral.
Last cultural stop – Modernism at CaixaForum Palma
CaixaForum Palma is located in the emblematic 1903 modernist Gran Hotel, with photography, art and science exhibitions, family activities and a cafeteria under modernist stained glass windows. A perfect finale for architecture lovers.
Dinner – Back to the Basque flavor
If you had lunch at Sukalde, finish at La Vasca with pintxos and txakoli.
If you had lunch at La Vasca, make a reservation at Sukalde for dinner and let yourself be surprised with its seasonal menu.
Either way, you will close the tour with the essence of the north served on your plate.
Final tips
- Buy Es Baluard tickets online to avoid queues.
- Many museums offer free admission on Sunday afternoons; check schedules.
- Reserve a table in advance at Sukalde or La Vasca, especially on weekends.
With this route of Food and Art in Palma you will discover that culture is also palatable. Enjoy your meal and have a good visit!