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Puerto Soller is the actual holiday resort for the town of Soller which is just 3-4 kilometres inland. The town is very pretty and throughout the year is busy with day-trippers who come to the resort via the mountain train from Palma.

The hour-long trip from Palma to Soller is picturesque and with some spectacular views. Even if you are not choosing Puerto Soller for your holiday destination, you must make this day trip, it is worhwhile. After departing at Soller, you then catch the San Francisco tram down to the Port. At Soller railway station, there is a fascinating museum /gallery of the works of Joan Miró and Pablo Picasso.

The resort of Puerto Soller has two fine beaches, both of which are backed by a promenade and plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants. As well as the usual array of gift shops, there are also some good craft and pottery shops in Puerto Soller.

Being a fishing port, the port area is lively both by day and by night. There are boat trips from the harbour area to various destinations.

Soller - Palma Train
Cost: 9€ one way, 14€ return
Soller - Puerto Soller Tram
3€ - one way (no returns)

The Train from Soller to Palma leaves at the following times 1 March - 31 October
Monday to Friday: 07.00 : 09.10 : 10.50 : 12.15 : 14.00 : 18.30
Saturday, Sunday & Fiestas: 07.00 : 09.10 : 10.50 : 12.15 : 14.00 : 18.30 : 19.00

for details of times of trains returning from Palma go to: Palma Information