Jardines de Alfabia is a historic house and garden estate on the road between Palma and Sóller, with roots stretching back to Mallorca’s Islamic era.
This guide was updated in July 2026. In 2025, the estate installed a new sculpture, “Tête de Femme (Déesse)” by Joan Miró, an addition not mentioned in older visitor guides. General admission is now €10, up from the €9 several reviewers still quote. You can book in advance through Viator to confirm your ticket before you travel.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Ctra. Palma–Sóller, Km 17, Bunyola, Mallorca, Spain |
| Hours | 14 February–31 October, daily 9:30am–6:30pm (last entry 1 hour before closing) |
| General admission | €10 |
| Mallorca residents | €5, with ID at the ticket office |
| Children under 12 | Free |
| Nearest transit | The Sóller Train stops directly at the gardens |
| Typical visit duration | Around 2 hours |
Why book Jardines de Alfabia tickets?
- 🏛️ A living record of Mallorca’s Islamic era: the coffered ceiling dates back to the 13th or 14th century.
- 🎟️ A brand-new Miró sculpture: “Tête de Femme (Déesse)” was installed in the gardens in 2025.
- 🌿 Fountains, koi ponds, and towering palms, set against the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage mountain range.
- 📜 Visited by two generations of Spanish royalty, from Queen Isabel II in 1860 to King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia in 2023.
- 💰 Free for children under 12 and half-price for Mallorca residents with ID.
Opening hours for Jardines de Alfabia
Jardines de Alfabia is open every day from 14 February to 31 October, 9:30am to 6:30pm, with last entry an hour before closing. The gardens close for the rest of the year. Closing times can shift on short notice for private events, so it’s worth checking the website or social media before you set off.
Ticket prices for Jardines de Alfabia
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| General admission | €10 |
| Mallorca resident (ticket office only, with ID) | €5 |
| Children under 12 | Free |
| Groups | Contact the gardens directly |
Prices are the same whether you buy online or at the gate, except on special-hours days, when tickets are only sold at the ticket office. The official site doesn’t state whether prices include tax. Book through Viator if you’d rather have your ticket confirmed ahead of time.
How to get to Jardines de Alfabia
By train: the historic Sóller Train, running since the early 20th century, stops directly at Jardines de Alfabia, from either Palma or Sóller’s Art Deco station.
By bus: line 204 runs between Palma and Sóller, stopping near the gardens.
By car: the gardens sit on the Palma–Sóller road at kilometre 17, with a parking area at the entrance.
Parking
Jardines de Alfabia has its own parking area at the entrance, free to use for visitors arriving by car.
How long to spend at Jardines de Alfabia
Most visitors spend around 2 hours, taking in the gardens, the historic house, the old olive press, and a drink at the kiosk bar.
Accessibility at Jardines de Alfabia
Jardines de Alfabia isn’t adapted for wheelchairs or strollers, due to the uneven terrain across the gardens and estate. Strollers can be left at the ticket office during your visit.
What to see at Jardines de Alfabia
The coffered ceiling, dating from the 13th or 14th century, is one of the estate’s oldest surviving features, a legacy of Mallorca’s Islamic period before the 1229 conquest by Jaume I.
The house, with a Gothic core, a 16th-century tower, and a façade designed in 1760, blends centuries of renovation into a single, balanced whole, described by Queen Isabel II’s own chronicler as seeming to merge seamlessly with the garden and mountains beyond.
The gardens are filled with fountains, koi ponds, and towering palm trees, set against the backdrop of the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage mountain range since 2011.
The old olive press and stables, restored in 1995, still hold their original stone equipment and tools, offering a glimpse of the estate’s working past.
The orchard, with its reconstructed tower, supplies fresh fruit for the juices served at the on-site kiosk bar.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Look for the new Miró sculpture | “Tête de Femme (Déesse)” was installed in the gardens in 2025. |
| Take the Sóller Train | This scenic early 20th-century train stops right at the gardens’ entrance. |
| Check for special hours | Private events can shorten opening hours on certain days, so check the website first. |
| Bring your pet on a leash | Small to medium-sized pets are welcome, though dangerous or exotic breeds aren’t. |
| Buy resident tickets at the office | The Mallorca resident discount is only available in person with ID, not online. |
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much does a ticket cost? | €10 general admission, €5 for Mallorca residents with ID, and free for children under 12. Booking in advance confirms your ticket ahead of time. |
| Is it wheelchair accessible? | No, uneven terrain across the gardens makes it unsuitable for wheelchairs or strollers. |
| Can I bring my dog? | Yes, small to medium-sized pets are welcome on a leash, except dangerous or exotic breeds. |
| How do I get there without a car? | The Sóller Train stops directly at the gardens, and bus line 204 runs from Palma. |
| Is there somewhere to eat? | Yes, a kiosk bar serves drinks, pastries, and juices made from fruit grown in the estate’s own orchard. |
Things to do nearby
Bunyola, the village the gardens belong to, is a short drive away, with quiet streets typical of the Tramuntana foothills.
Raixa, another historic garden estate in the same municipality, makes a natural pairing with Alfabia for anyone interested in Mallorca’s grand estates.
Sóller, reached by the same historic train, has an Art Deco station, a Gaudí-influenced church, and a lively town square.
Port de Sóller, connected to Sóller by vintage tram, offers a curved bay beach and waterfront restaurants.
Valldemossa, with its Royal Carthusian Monastery, is a scenic drive further along the Tramuntana coast road.
What to visit tomorrow
La Granja de Esporles, a historic manor house and estate with its own mill, gardens, and craft demonstrations, is about 30 to 40 minutes’ drive from Jardines de Alfabia. It offers a similarly immersive look at Mallorca’s rural estate life, with live demonstrations that Alfabia doesn’t include.
