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Driving in Palma: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
A valid licence and passport are required.
To rent a car in Palma, you’ll need a valid licence and passport. EU citizens can use their national licence. Non-EU drivers should carry an International Driving Permit (IDP). Most car hire companies also require a credit card for the deposit.
Navigating city driving
Expect narrow streets and pedestrian zones in the old town.
Palma’s historic centre has narrow, one-way streets and limited vehicle access. Use navigation apps to avoid pedestrian areas and find open routes. Driving in Palma is easier outside the city core.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Palma has no toll roads or low-emission zones.
There are no toll roads on Mallorca, including in Palma. However, traffic restrictions and paid parking zones apply in central areas. Check local signage and avoid entering restricted zones to prevent fines.
Parking your car in Palma
Parking is limited and often metered.
On-street parking in Palma is often metered or restricted to residents. Multi-storey car parks and hotel parking are more convenient for visitors. Avoid blue zones or yellow curbs without the proper permit.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is accessible, EV charging is improving.
Petrol stations are easy to find in Palma. EV charging stations are expanding, especially near shopping centres and city car parks. Use PlugShare or Electromaps to locate EV charging stations in Palma.
Local driving style and tips
Palma drivers are generally relaxed and respectful.
Drivers in Palma tend to be calm, though traffic can be busy in summer. Watch for scooters in tight lanes and yield at roundabouts. Parking enforcement is active, so always follow local signage.
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The most popular car rental companies in Palma

Choose from the best car hire companies in Palma

Centauro
Car condition
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Easy collection
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$331per day
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
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$321per day
Hiper
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
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$1,115per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
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$1,129per day
Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
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$1,401per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$497per day
Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$331per day
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$321per day
Hiper
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$1,115per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$1,129per day
Thrifty
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$1,401per day
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
$497per day

Hiring a car in Palma: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyGoldcar
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price$1,572
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Palma

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Palma that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Palma for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Palma avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Palma, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Palma car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Palma will set you back around $1,572 per day or $1,325 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Palma is a compact SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire company in Palma is currently NIZACARS, followed by k10 rentacar.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Palma is currently December.
On average, around $1,325. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Palma is $1,288.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Palma for a whole month is $27,343. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Palma, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Palma that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Palma.
Most places – Palma included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $272 per day. The average price per day is around $1,572.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Goldcar, Record go and k10 rentacar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Centauro as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Palma.

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