Exploring Palma on foot is the only way to decode the language of its stones, its hidden courtyards, and that Mediterranean light that shifts with the narrowness of its streets. We’re suggesting a walk that doesn’t just take in the city’s most iconic landmarks, but also stops at the points where history can actually be tasted. At Ca’n Joan de s’Aigo, where we’ve kept a three-century-old craft alive, our shops at Can Sanç, Baró de Santa Maria del Sepulcre and Sindicat act as strategic refuges for walkers looking for authenticity between one stop and the next.
Traces of the Past Between the Jewish Quarter and the Character of Can Sanç
The route should begin in the heart of the Call (the old Jewish quarter) or near Santa Eulàlia Church. Wandering these narrow lanes means stepping back into Palma’s most intimate side. Just a few steps away, on Carrer de Can Sanç, you’ll find our oldest shop, a space that still holds onto its 1700s atmosphere with marble tables and clay floors. It’s the perfect stop to start the morning off strong before heading to the Cathedral (La Seu) or the Almudaina Palace.
For this first stretch, our recommendation is the quarto with hot chocolate. This flourless sponge cake is wonderfully light and the perfect partner to our handmade hot chocolate. It’s a breakfast that won’t weigh you down but will still keep you going, leaving you free to carry on toward Plaça de Cort to admire the “thousand-year-old olive tree” and the Town Hall façade with plenty of energy to spare.
The Refuge Between the Avenues and the Art of Baró
If your walk continues toward the more upscale part of town, near Passeig del Born or the exclusive shops of Jaume III, a detour down Baró de Santa Maria del Sepulcre is a must. After visiting the Casal Solleric cultural centre or the Es Baluard walls, your body will usually start asking for something savoury to balance out the day. This shop offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for watching the pulse of the modern city from a corner that still breathes tradition.
At this stage of the walk, we suggest trying our traditional savoury pastries. A meat panada or a slice of coca de trampó (pepper, tomato, and onion) sum up the “practical wisdom” of Mallorcan cooking: hearty food, made in our one central bakery, best enjoyed at room temperature, giving you a short but deeply satisfying break before heading on to the shopping district.
The End of the Road Under Sindicat’s Light
To wrap up the route, there’s nothing better than heading toward Porta de Sant Antoni and walking down Carrer Sindicat, a street long tied to local trade. After an afternoon of shopping or visiting the Convent of Sant Francesc, our shop on this street is the perfect finishing touch. This is the moment when a walker starts craving something cold, especially on September days when the afternoon heat still lingers on the pavement.
Here, the choice should be our Mallorcan almond ice cream or our almond horchata, both served in our classic glass cups (worth noting: we don’t serve cones here, to keep the ritual of sitting down at the table alive). This flavour is the great emblem of our house and the best way to close out the walk: a tribute to the fruit of our own land, worked with patient, handmade craft. Before you head off, don’t hesitate to ask our staff about allergens or check the information chart available in the shop, so your visit is as safe as it is unforgettable.
