Things to do in Hams Caves
Hidden away near Porto Cristo on Majorca’s east coast, Hams Caves offers an eye-catching trip beneath the island's surface. Discovered in 1905, these underground chambers are famous for their distinctive hook-shaped stalactites, known as “hams” in the local Majorcan language, and are considered one of Majorca’s most interesting natural attractions.
Inside, you’ll find a bunch of illuminated galleries that reveal cryptic rock formations, mirror-like underground lakes, and even a light-and-music show that brings the caves to life.
You can get scenic and atmospheric tours here, which guide you through the different chambers with dramatic lighting that highlights the intricate rock formations. The cool air and quiet atmosphere make it an ideal escape from the island heat. Whether you're a fan of geology, curious sights, or simply looking to do something different, Hams Caves offers an off-beat detour from the usual sun-and-sea itinerary.
Our recommendations in Hams Caves
Dinosaurland and Caves of Hams combined ticket
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Entrance ticket to Caves of Hams in Porto Cristo
Book your ticket now to visit Hams' Caves in Porto Cristo, Mallorca!
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Guided Tour of Hams Caves with Dinosaurland Visit
As family outings in Majorca go, it's hard to beat this double-header to the Hams Caves and Dinosaurland. It's a spine-tingling and dramatic journey into the island's pre-history, where Genesis and Titanosaur will leave you open-mouthed. Marga, one of our local guides, says, ‘This tour really captures the imagination as you go from one of Majorca's oldest attractions, the 10-million-year-old Hams Caves, to one of the newest, the recently opened Dinosaurland.'The Hams Caves may be millions of years old, but they were discovered only last century. And since then, they've become one of the island's top attractions. As you explore the three main caves, you'll learn about the island's original inhabitants. The semi-open Round Cave, with its botanical vegetation, has a Jurassic feel to it – and whets your appetite for what's inside. In the Blue Cave, an audiovisual timelapse documentary called Genesis recounts the history of Majorca from the Big Bang to today. And the Classic Cave, which is a network of 12 chambers, is full of mystery. There's also a soothing Venetian-inspired music show.The mild gives way to the wild at Dinosaurland, where you'll walk among the more than 100 life-sized recreations of dinosaurs, including the mythical Titanosaurus, at more than 50m long. Some consider it to have been the largest species. The kids can also play at being palaeontologists, enjoy games and puzzles or try their hand at drawing. A great day out for the whole family.
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Dinosaurland and Caves of Hams combined ticket
Book now your combo ticket to visit Hams Caves in Porto Cristo and Dinosaurland in a day!
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Entrance ticket to Caves of Hams in Porto Cristo
Book your ticket now to visit Hams' Caves in Porto Cristo, Mallorca!
en, it, fr, es, de, +5 pt, ru, no, zh, ca
Guided Tour of Hams Caves with Dinosaurland Visit
As family outings in Majorca go, it's hard to beat this double-header to the Hams Caves and Dinosaurland. It's a spine-tingling and dramatic journey into the island's pre-history, where Genesis and Titanosaur will leave you open-mouthed. Marga, one of our local guides, says, ‘This tour really captures the imagination as you go from one of Majorca's oldest attractions, the 10-million-year-old Hams Caves, to one of the newest, the recently opened Dinosaurland.'The Hams Caves may be millions of years old, but they were discovered only last century. And since then, they've become one of the island's top attractions. As you explore the three main caves, you'll learn about the island's original inhabitants. The semi-open Round Cave, with its botanical vegetation, has a Jurassic feel to it – and whets your appetite for what's inside. In the Blue Cave, an audiovisual timelapse documentary called Genesis recounts the history of Majorca from the Big Bang to today. And the Classic Cave, which is a network of 12 chambers, is full of mystery. There's also a soothing Venetian-inspired music show.The mild gives way to the wild at Dinosaurland, where you'll walk among the more than 100 life-sized recreations of dinosaurs, including the mythical Titanosaurus, at more than 50m long. Some consider it to have been the largest species. The kids can also play at being palaeontologists, enjoy games and puzzles or try their hand at drawing. A great day out for the whole family.
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Reviews Hams Caves
“Lovely clean site with lots of car parking. The caves were astonishing. Lots of stairs so not for anyone with mobility issues. We weren't issued with a translator phone so missed half of the video until I went and found a guide who then gave us some. The caves are a wonder of nature.”
“It was a wonderful experience from start the finish. Professional staff is great venue made for an excellent trip”
“Overpriced for what it was. Dinosaur park was just a tiny area with some Dinosaur models. Only suitable for very young children. Caves were a lot better however not guided at all, just a walk through the cave. All the information played through the speakers was in German, not English. Coach transfer was shoddy, coach driver got lost on the return to one of the hotels. Coach was quite old & rickety too.”
