Inca as a Family: Adventure in the Heart of Mallorca

Are you looking for plans to enjoy Inca as a family so that children and even teenagers go home happy? The capital of Es Raiguer offers that vital balance when travelling with children, as it provides ‘a bit of everything’: traditional plans, nature, gastronomy…

Here we propose a series of plans designed to discover Inca at a leisurely pace, blending tradition, culture, nature, gastronomy and leisure. Everything you need for the whole family to enjoy a pleasant experience.

Discovering Inca as a Family Through Its Traditions

Starting the day with something traditional is usually an excellent idea, especially if done without rushing. The Thursday market is one of those plans that work particularly well, as it allows you to stroll, browse and let the children discover local products almost without realising it. Without a doubt, it is the perfect excuse to explore the centre of Inca.

Furthermore, the market is ideal for them to soak up the local culture and tradition. There is always a stall or product that catches their attention, making this walk more entertaining for everyone.

As if this were not enough, you can always complement the stroll through the market with something that never fails: a sweet treat. You can take advantage of the morning to buy an ensaimada or other typical products at a local bakery, such as the forns of Ca’n Alba, Sant Francesc or Ca’n Tomeu. It is a highly traditional custom and, at the same time, ensures their smiles.

A Cultural Plan: Museu del Calçat i de la Indústria

After the most traditional activities, it is time to introduce a slightly more cultural plan. The Museu del Calçat i de la Indústria is a very interesting option to visit in Inca with teenagers.

This museum allows you to understand why Inca has been so historically linked to the footwear industry. Seeing machines, tools and the evolution of the trades can be a good educational lesson, ideal for older children as well as for parents to refresh their knowledge.

Moreover, it is a peaceful visit that takes up a reasonable amount of time, which is important when travelling as a family. It does not feel tedious and fits perfectly as an educational plan within a family day out in Inca.

Nature and the Outdoors

If there is an ideal place to enjoy nature without moving too far from the centre, it is the Serral de ses Monges Park. One of its great advantages is that it can be reached perfectly on foot from Inca, which is ideal even for those arriving by train and looking for a convenient plan with children.

This space is perfect for spending a few hours in the open air, having a picnic or a barbecue, whilst the children play and move around freely. Undoubtedly, this is one of those excursions adapted for families with young children in Mallorca to enjoy from Inca.

Mind you, it is worth remembering some basic rules to look after the environment, such as respecting the designated areas for lighting fires, not leaving litter, keeping pets under control and looking after the park’s furniture and vegetation.

Going up the Puig de Santa Magdalena

The Puig de Santa Magdalena is another of those places that fit very well into a family plan. In this case, the most practical option is to drive to the recreational area, where the barbecue areas and picnic tables are located.

From this recreational area, you can start a simple excursion, perfectly suitable for young children who are already walking on their own. The route is pleasant, without great difficulties, and allows you to enjoy the natural environment without the need for long walks.

Once at the top, the views over a large part of the island are spectacular, making the outing a very complete experience. It is worth bearing in mind that on bank holidays the place tends to get quite busy, so it is advisable to go early and take it easy.

Finally, if you have not brought food or prefer a more comfortable plan, the Restaurant Puig de Santa Magdalena is located in the recreational area, where you can enjoy Mallorcan cuisine, grilled meats and paellas—a very convenient option when going with children.

Where to Eat in Inca with Children

When lunchtime arrives, finding a place that pleases everyone is key when travelling as a family. We always ask ourselves: where will there be a restaurant with a children’s menu in Inca? The easy choice would be a fast-food chain that comes with a toy, but we are going to try to find traditional food restaurants where everyone can find something they like.

The Celler Can Ripoll is a safe bet. It has plenty of space, both indoors and in the outdoor courtyard, and offers traditional dishes alongside options designed specifically for children, which prevents many a headache, especially if they are fussy eaters.

Another good alternative is Celler Can Lau, ideal for continuing to discover Mallorcan cuisine. In any case, both restaurants enjoy a good central location, with nearby parking options and also with the train station less than a 10-minute walk away.

Cinema at the Teatre Principal d’Inca

After a full day, you will probably fancy a more relaxed plan. The cinema at the Teatre Principal d’Inca is a perfect option to close the day and unwind with a film.

Its listings frequently include films designed for all audiences, so it is worth checking their website and choosing the screening that best fits the age of the children. Furthermore, it is a simple plan that does not require long journeys.

In summary, these would be our ideal plans for families in Inca:

• Market morning (Thursday) combined with a visit to a bakery
• Culture: Museu del Calçat i de la Indústria
• Outings into nature: Serral de ses Monges Park
• Eating at the celler Can Ripoll or Can Lau
• Afternoon of cinema at the Teatre Principal

Thus, Inca becomes a complete, varied experience that is easy to adapt to different ages and paces. Have you done any of these plans with children or teenagers in Inca? Would you add any others? Leave us your experience in the comments!