Things to do in Inca

Inca is the capital of the Raiguer district and one of Mallorca's largest towns, a good place to see the island that works for a living. It made its name with shoes and leather, and there are still factories and outlet shops on the outskirts; it is also known for its cellers, old wine cellars with huge barrels turned into dining rooms serving Mallorcan food. Thursday is the big day: the market takes over much of the centre from early morning. For breakfast, have an ensaïmada from Forn de Sant Francesc, a wood-fired bakery on the street of the same name.

Inca is also the hub of a cluster of small villages a few minutes away. To the north, Campanet has its caves and Ses Fonts Ufanes, springs that only gush after heavy rain. At the foot of the Tramuntana, Lloseta has Es Garum, and Caimari the seasonal menu at Ca Na Toneta. Out on the plain, there's the Gelabert bakery in Llubí and Sa Central, a tapas bar by Sineu station. In town, the Teatre Principal d'Inca puts on theatre and music.

Getting there

Inca is about 30 minutes from Palma on the Inca motorway and one of the best-connected towns on the island: SFM trains leave Palma's Estació Intermodal (Plaça d'Espanya) and drop you in the centre; TIB buses also run. If you drive on a Thursday, park away from the centre, which fills up for the market.

When to go

Thursday morning, for the market. In mid-November comes Dijous Bo, Mallorca's biggest fair, with the whole town out in the streets (in 2026, on 19 November). Ses Fonts Ufanes are only worth the trip after heavy rain. In summer the inland heat is strong, so go in the morning or late afternoon.