Caves of Drach: the guide before you book

A walk among stalactites and stalagmites down to an underground lake, finished with a classical music concert played from a small boat. Here is what you need to know: ways to go, duration, times and how to get there.

Two ways to visit the caves

According to the GetYourGuide listing, both options offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start; always check the conditions when you book. If you book through these links we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

If you prefer to go on your own: Hams Caves

Very close by, also in Porto Cristo, are the Hams Caves (Cuevas dels Hams), another cave system with a music and light show on the Sea of Venice lake. The visit takes about 1 hour and the entry ticket is booked without transport (from €19 per person, according to the listing). They are not the Caves of Drach, but they are a good alternative or an addition if you are travelling on your own.

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What the visit includes

The route is on foot along walkways between stalactites and stalagmites, ending at Lake Martel, one of the largest underground lakes in Europe. The visit ends with a classical music concert of about ten minutes played from a small boat, a tradition that has been kept for decades. Afterwards you can cross the lake by boat to the exit.

Duration and times

The walk through the caves takes about an hour. The tours suggested above last about 5 hours in total because they include the transfer there and back. Opening times and entry slots change by season, so confirm them when you book. It is one of the island's most popular visits, so booking ahead is a good idea, especially in high season.

How to get there

The caves are in Porto Cristo, in the municipality of Manacor, on the east coast of Mallorca. You have three options: take a tour with transport (the two above, with no driving or parking to worry about), go by car (about an hour from Palma towards Manacor and then Porto Cristo, well signposted) or use public transport, with bus lines linking Palma and Porto Cristo. If you prefer to go on your own, the entry-only ticket, without transport, is bought at the ticket office or on the caves' official website; check there for up-to-date prices and times.

Tips before you go

• The temperature inside the cave is around 18-20 °C all year: no coat needed, but don't overdress either.
• Flash photography and video are not allowed during the concert; the silence is part of the experience.
• The route includes stairs and dim sections: not ideal with large strollers, but fine for children who walk on their own.
• Combine it with a stop at a nearby cove in Porto Cristo before or after the visit.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the visit to the Caves of Drach take?
The walk through the caves takes about an hour, with a concert of around ten minutes on Lake Martel. Tours with transport from Palma or your hotel last about 5 hours in total.

How much do the Caves of Drach cost?
The two tours with transport we recommend start from €54 (from Palma) and €55 (from your hotel) per person. Prices may vary by date; confirm them when you book. The entry-only ticket without transport is bought at the ticket office or on the caves' official website.

Can I cancel my booking?
According to the GetYourGuide listing for both tours, cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start. Always check the conditions when you book, as they can change.

Where are the Caves of Drach?
In Porto Cristo, in the municipality of Manacor, on Mallorca's east coast, about an hour by car from Palma.

Is it suitable for children?
Yes, it is one of the most recommended visits for families in Mallorca, although there are stairs and dim sections, so it is not ideal with large strollers.