Basílica de Sant Francesc
Plaça de Sant Francesc, 7, Centre, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
+34 971 71 26 95
Basílica de Sant Francesc is a historic Franciscan church and former convent in Plaça de Sant Francesc, Palma, founded in 1281. It pairs a richly detailed Gothic cloister with a later Baroque façade and provides a peaceful architectural counterpoint to the busy city centre.
Upcoming Event
This project proposes the creation of an artistic object where the sound of organ music and the gestures of contemporar…
What Makes It Special
The intricate Gothic cloister — with its slender columns, pointed arches and tranquil central courtyard — is the basilica’s standout feature and one of Palma’s best-preserved examples of medieval cloister architecture.
Insider Tips
Visit early morning or late afternoon for quieter moments and softer light in the cloister; note there are steps and limited wheelchair access, and pair the visit with a coffee on Plaça de Sant Francesc or a short stroll along the nearby Passeig del Born.
Basílica de Sant Francesc is a historic Franciscan church and former convent in Plaça de Sant Francesc, Palma, founded in 1281. It pairs a richly detailed Gothic cloister with a later Baroque façade and provides a peaceful architectural counterpoint to the busy city centre.
Upcoming Event
This project proposes the creation of an artistic object where the sound of organ music and the gestures of contemporar…
What Makes It Special
The intricate Gothic cloister — with its slender columns, pointed arches and tranquil central courtyard — is the basilica’s standout feature and one of Palma’s best-preserved examples of medieval cloister architecture.
Insider Tips
Visit early morning or late afternoon for quieter moments and softer light in the cloister; note there are steps and limited wheelchair access, and pair the visit with a coffee on Plaça de Sant Francesc or a short stroll along the nearby Passeig del Born.
Opening Hours Closed
| Monday |
10:00 - 14:00
14:30 - 17:00
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| Tuesday |
10:00 - 14:00
14:30 - 17:00
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| Wednesday |
10:00 - 14:00
14:30 - 17:00
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| Thursday |
10:00 - 14:00
14:30 - 17:00
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| Friday |
10:00 - 14:00
14:30 - 17:00
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| Saturday Today |
10:00 - 14:00
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| Sunday | Closed |
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