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.
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.
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 - 18:00
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| Tuesday Today |
10:00 - 18:00
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| Wednesday |
22:00 - 18:00
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| Friday |
10:00 - 18:00
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| Saturday |
10:00 - 18:00
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| Thursday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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