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Artà travel guide
Artà is one of those few places that beautifully combines natural charm and great tourism.
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Why visit artà?
Artà is one of those places that often goes unnoticed in travel brochures, because there are no big family attractions that appeal to the masses. But Artá is actually quite popular, especially amongst active tourists who come here to discover the Mediterranean wildlife found in the beautiful Llevant nature park. Moreover, the town itself has a vibrant life with sidewalk cafes, local shops, restaurants, a weekly market and lots of interesting cultural spaces.
Best things to do in artà
Artà is a place that just keeps giving; you have everything you could possibly ask for in a Mallorcan destination: Local charm, pristine natural areas, beautiful architecture, galleries, sidewalk cafes, points of interest and romantic spots.
In addition, most hotels in the area cater to an adult audience seeking romance and relaxation. They offer wellness treatments, SPA and other services.
PILGRIMAGE CHURCH OF SANT SALVADOR
The probably most iconic construction of Ártà, is the pilgrimage church of Sant Salvador situated at the summit of the holy hill. A 180 step stairway leads from the feet of the hill to the top from where you will enjoy the most magnificent views over the town and beautiful area that surrounds it.
ERMITA DE BETLEM
Ermita de Betlem is one of the most popular places to visit in Artà, along with the Sant Salvador of course. This old hermitage is located in the most beautiful spots in the Llevant mountains, on a site overlooking the beautiful north coast. Ermita de Betlem is one of the only hermitages in Mallorca still maintained by monks.
REGIONAL MUSEUM OF ÁRTÀ
Gain full insight on the wonderful Llevant region along with in-depth knowledge of the local area of Ártà and how it has developed over the last 3,000 years.
Visit the regional museum to learn about nature and prehistory
Walk in the Llevant nature park
The Llevant nature park is the perfect place to enjoy the Balearic wildlife, along with some amazing and breathtaking views of the northeast coast. The nature park is easily accessible from the northern part of Artà town, where you will also find a big free parking lot, however, you can also drive farther into the park and park the car for free. Inside the park, there are a number of marked trails you can follow if you are here for walking and hiking, for example the legendary GB231, but there is also a nice gravel path that takes you up in the terrain to an old bull farm. The Llevant nature park is a place for everyone to enjoy regardless of level and condition.
MONESTIR DE BELLPUIG
Although it is left in poor condition and might not be as imposing as it used to, the old monastery of Bellpuig is well worth a visit simply due to the history of it. This was the very first Christian construction erected in Ártà immediately after the Catalan conquest in 1231/32. The order of Bellpuig de les Avellanes arrived here and brought along the Romanesque statue of the Virgin Mary which is now preserved in the pilgrimage church of Sant Salvador.
CYCLING
Artà is a great area for road cycling, the town is well-connected to the network of paved roads leading about on the island. In the area itself you can look forward to exploring the Llevant mountain range full of challenging hairpin turns, ascents and descents, leading to the most amazing vantage points and views. Another very interesting route, is the green route of Mallorca which connect Arta to Manacor, the only green route on the island.
PARISH CHURCH OF THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD
Built in stunning Neo-Gothic style, the parish church of Ártà stands as a beautiful gate at the feet of the holy hill of Sant Salvador. The church was inaugurated in the 17th century, and features a wealth of interesting details to have a closer look at such as the Portals de la Dones and Portal dels Homes, the main altarpiece of the Transfiguration of the Lord, the stained class windows, the pipe organ and much more.
TORRE DE ALBARCA
The old watchtower of Albarca overlooks the coast from its position above the cove of Es Matzocs. The tower was originally built to watch the strait between Mallorca and Menorca as the Brits had occupied the neighboring island. The tower still preserves its original bronze cannon on the platform.
CONVENT OF SANT ANTONI DE PÀDUA
The Franciscan convent was established in Ártà in the late 16th century. The cloister inside has been protected as a cultural heritage monument, it is amazingly beautiful with its detailed columns.
DISCOVER THE RICH ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
Artà is one of the most interesting towns in Mallorca, along with Palma, Llucmajor and Sóller, to enjoy beautiful architecture. The town comprise a wide array of mansions that spans over different architectural styles such as Catalan Modernism, Neo-classicism and Mallorcan regionalism. Artà was a place that saw an increased wealth in the first half of the 20th century due to large investments in industrialism and idle pioneers. Particularly the Na Batlessa mansion and the Ca’n Epifani mansion are unique examples of this splendid period.
IMAGE GALLERY
Enjoy some beautiful pictures from Artà.
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FAQ
From Palma International Airport, it takes about an hour by car to reach Artà. Take the Ma-15 highway going towards Manacor.
Artà can be visited all year round, one of the things that makes it so great. During winter, the area is particularly popular amongst active tourists, while during summer people come to escape the nearby mass tourism resorts.
Artà is famous for the Llevant nature park and the fortified pilgrimage church of Sant Salvador.
Artà is located approximately 80 km (50 miles) from Palma and the airport.
Events in Artà you shouldn't miss
Weekly market in Ártà
Every Tuesday morning at 8:00 am, Ártà opens up the streets for the weekly market to be held. It takes place centrally, on the city’s main square. At the market, you can let your senses be seduced, by a colorful and aromatic variety of fresh fruits, meat, fish, flowers and sweet almonds and figs. This is an ideal opportunity to taste some of the typical Mallorcan local delicacies, e.g. the famous sobrassada-sausages.
January
Artalaiotica
Artalaiotica is a rather new festival inaugurated in 2017 with the aim of promoting the prehistoric heritage of the area. Ártà is home to one of the most interesting and well-preserved prehistoric villages dating from the Talayotic culture unique to the Balearic Islands. Artalaiotica offers a range of interesting and fun activities for all ages such as workshops, food tastings, theatrical performances, music, lectures and guided tours. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore and learn about the rich prehistory of the Balearic Islands that was here before the Romans invaded 123 BC.
Fira del Peix
Fira del Peix is a festival dedicated to the fishing industry, held in Colònia de Sant Pere every year in April. The aim of this spring festival, is to mix the themes of environment, culture and gastronomy, for you to experience another side of Ártà. During the festival, you can enjoy a series of activities, exhibitions and food, all representing the maritime activities of the municipality.
Support Local
Supporting local communities during your travels can have a profound impact. Stock up with groceries locally, stop in an artisan shop or enjoy a refreshment at a restaurant or bar. Now more than ever, these small businesses need support from travelers near and far.
Get to know the area and history of Artà
Artà is one of the larger municipalities in the Llevant region of Mallorca, comprising the town itself, the Llevant mountain range, the small villages of Montfarrutx and s´Estanyol and the two coastal holiday destinations of Colònia de Sant Pere and Betlem. In total, Ártà covers a surface of 13,966 hectares, whereof 9,553 of these are categorized as protected zones, numbers that testifies the rich natural diversity of the municipality. The municipality borders the areas of Capdepera (east), Son Servera (south-east), Sant Llorenc des Cardassar (south), Petra (south-west) and Santa Margalida (west).
Typical products of Ártà
- Oils
- Almonds
- Grapes
- Figs
- Cereals
History of Ártà
The first vestiges of human occupation in the area dates from around 1,200 BC, in what we know as the Pre-Talayotic period where people lived in caves and huts. However, what is most interesting is the Talayotic village of Ses Païsses and the talaiot de sa Canova.
During the Moorish dominance of Mallorca (902 – 1231/32), the area was known as “Juz d’Yartan“, (Jurisdiction of Yartan) one of thirteen districts which divided the island. The Moorish settlers had more than one hundred sheds and farms, the rafals and alquerias. When referring to a farm from the Islamic period, we are talking about a small community inhabited by a family or tribe which consisted of several buildings.
Practical Info
Useful Numbers
Emergency: 112
National police: 091
Local police: 092
Guarda civil: 062
Fire: 080
Maritime emergencies: 900 202 202
Town Hall: +34 971 82 95 95
Public Transport
Bus lines: 411, 421
Power Supply
220V