Holiday shopping in Mallorca: Where you can still shop in the coming days

Holiday shopping in Mallorca: Where you can still shop in the coming days

Practical overview for Saturday and Monday – with tips from the market and the bus

Before the weekend Palma has that pleasant in-between mood: EMT buses running more frequently, the absence of children's voices from school, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee on the Plaça de Cort. For many, this means time to catch up on shopping or buy the first Christmas presents. The good news is: on Mallorca no one has to go hungry or be left without a gift – many supermarkets and shops are open during the holidays.

Notably, this Saturday, December 6 (Constitution Day), many shops in central Palma will be open. This applies not only to boutiques along the Avingudes but also to large stores like El Corte Inglés on the Avenidas. Shopping centers outside the city center — such as the Fan shopping center near the airport, Portopí by the harbor, or the outlet center in Marratxí — also welcome visitors, especially those arriving by car or bus.

At supermarket level the situation is more practical this time: Mercadona branches on the island are opening their doors on Saturday — a departure from the usual holiday closures. However, on Monday, December 8 (Immaculate Conception), Mercadona stores will be closed again. Large chains like Alcampo and Carrefour are also operating on Saturday.

The discounter scene is represented as well: the store locators on Lidl's and Aldi's websites indicate which branches are open on the holidays. According to current information, for example, the Aldi stores in Palmanova are open both on Saturday and on Monday. A small tip: if you plan to visit a specific shop, check the opening hours in the store locator shortly before you go — hours can vary locally.

At the same time, the island is buzzing with pre-Christmas atmosphere: Christmas markets continue to run. Events such as the market in Pueblo Español in Palma, the city's Advent bazaar in the center, the Austrian market in Sa Feixina Park, or the market in Santa Ponça invite visitors to stroll. Anyone looking for local products, gift ideas or simply tea and roasted almonds will find what they want there — and at the same time support local traders.

If you want to avoid the crowds, here are a few practical everyday tips: it pays to start early — in Palma the streets are still pleasant around 9 a.m. Alternatively, late afternoons are often calmer. Bring a shopping list, reusable bags, and plan for parking time — parking around large centers often requires patience.

For commuters and visitors: the increased frequency of EMT buses makes it easier to go shopping without a car. If you prefer to drive, plan the access routes to Portopí and Marratxí; it can get busy when the sun is shining over the island.

Conclusion: The long weekend brings time and opportunities. Whether you need milk and bread, want to get the last decorations, or visit a Christmas market — Palma and many towns on the island offer plenty of options. One small appeal at the end: use the open weekend opportunities to support local stalls and shops — you feel it here on the street, in the conversation with the corner bakery or with the vendor at the market. And if it does get too crowded: a café, a view of the sea and a short break work wonders.