# Caves of Drach, Mallorca > The Caves of Drach are one of Mallorca's top sights, near Porto Cristo on the east coast, an hour from Palma. Four connected caves run for about 2.4 km, full of stalactites and stalagmites, with the 115-metre Martel Lake deep inside. Visits end with a classical music concert played from boats on the lake. Entry is by timed ticket; allow about an hour. Web page: https://yesgo.io/spain/palma/caves-of-drach - City: [Palma de Mallorca](https://yesgo.io/spain/palma), Spain - YesGo score: 16/100 (Yes, if nearby) - Time on site: 4 h - Opening hours: Daily, timed sessions - With kids: Fine with kids - Entry: Timed session ticket, online - Sessions: Daily on a schedule - Time needed: About an hour with the concert - Length: ≈ 2.4 km, up to 25 m deep - Lake: Martel Lake, ≈ 115 × 30 m - Location: Porto Cristo, ≈ 1 hour from Palma - Coordinates: 39.53574, 3.33062 - Facts checked: 12.11.2026 ## Key facts - **≈ 2.4 km** — length of the four linked caves (source: English Wikipedia) - **115 m** — length of the underground Martel Lake (source: English Wikipedia) - **1338** — first mentioned in a letter (source: English Wikipedia) - **1896** — Martel found the lake and two caves (source: English Wikipedia) ## About the Caves of Drach The Caves of Drach are four connected caves near Porto Cristo, in the municipality of Manacor on Mallorca's east coast. They reach a depth of **25 metres** and stretch for around **2.4 kilometres**. They're known as the Black Cave, the White Cave, the Cave of Luis Salvador and the Cave of the French. They're first mentioned in a letter of **1338**. Seawater seeping through the limestone shaped them, a process some researchers think began millions of years ago. In **1896** French scientist Édouard-Alfred Martel, considered the father of speleology, discovered two more caves and a huge underground lake. ## Martel Lake and the concert The highlight is **Martel Lake**, about **115 metres** long and **30 metres** wide, one of the largest underground lakes in the world. Its water is clear and still, mirroring the stalactites above. The visit ends with an unusual **concert**: visitors sit in tiers by the lake, the lights go down and illuminated boats glide out of the darkness carrying musicians playing classical music. Afterwards visitors can cross the lake by boat before walking back up to the surface. ## What to see in the caves - **Stalactites and stalagmites** — thousands of formations. - **Martel Lake** — an underground lake like a mirror. - **The boat concert** — classical music in the half-light. - **A boat crossing** — over the lake after the concert. - **Lit chambers** — different caves along the route. - **Porto Cristo** — a small town with a bay nearby. > **Buying tickets** Entry is strictly by session, and in season the next slots sell out. Buy online on the official website and arrive 20–30 minutes before your time. It's cool and humid inside, around 20 °C all year, so bring a light layer. ## The route inside The route through the caves covers about a kilometre of paths and steps. Soft, warm lighting picks out columns, curtains and needle-thin stalactites. In places the ceiling soars, in others the passage narrows, but the walk is easy. Photography is usually not allowed, especially during the concert, and the rules are announced at the entrance. Paths can be damp and slippery, so wear shoes with good grip. Buggies can't manage the stairs. ## Porto Cristo The caves sit on the edge of **Porto Cristo**, a small town with a deep, narrow bay, a marina and a sandy beach. After the caves, stroll the waterfront and have lunch overlooking the boats; the east coast's turquoise coves are a short drive away. ## How to get there from Palma 1. Bus from Palma to Porto Cristo, about 1 hour 15 minutes. 2. By car, about an hour on the Ma-15, with parking. 3. From Porto Cristo to the entrance, a 10-minute walk. 4. Tours of the east coast often include the caves. ## Tips for your trip The Caves of Drach pair well with a day on the east coast: afterwards, stroll round Porto Cristo's bay and promenade, then head for one of the nearby cove beaches. Other caves nearby include the Caves of Hams. In season the entrance is busy with groups, so choose the first morning session or an evening one. If you drive, arrive early, as the car park fills up by midday. With children, the caves are one of Mallorca's most memorable sights: an underground lake, boats and music in the dark. The route takes about an hour and suits children happy to walk. ## Before you go Tick off what's ready — your ticks are saved in this browser. - [ ] Book a session ticket online - [ ] Bring a light layer - [ ] Wear shoes with good grip - [ ] Arrive 20–30 minutes early - [ ] Stroll Porto Cristo afterwards ## Places in Palma: compare and choose Places in Palma rated by YesGo. - [Valldemossa](https://yesgo.io/spain/palma/valldemossa) — YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 3 h · Free; monastery paid - [Sóller](https://yesgo.io/spain/palma/soller) — YesGo score 18/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 6 h · Train and tram paid - [Caves of Drach](https://yesgo.io/spain/palma/caves-of-drach) — YesGo score 16/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 4 h · Paid ## Don't mix it up The Caves of Drach are near Porto Cristo on the east coast; the Caves of Hams next door are a separate attraction with their own ticket. ## Tips - Book a session online. - Bring a layer; it's cool inside. - Morning sessions are quieter. - Photos usually not allowed. ## Questions ### How much are the Caves of Drach? Entry is paid, with tickets sold for set sessions. ### How do I get to the Caves of Drach from Palma? By bus to Porto Cristo in 1 hour 15 minutes, or an hour by car. ### How long does the visit take? About an hour including the concert on the lake. ### What temperature is it in the caves? Around 20 °C all year. ### Can you go with children? Yes, the route is easy but has stairs; buggies can't go in. ## How we checked Facts from English Wikipedia. Prices, sessions and rules weren't confirmed with an official source — hence the 'checking' badge. ## Sources - English Wikipedia: Cuevas del Drach - Official website, cuevasdeldrach.com --- This is the Markdown version of a YesGo page for AI assistants. Quote the web page link above, not this file.