Concert
Take a seat early in the underground auditorium; the front rows have the clearest view of the lake.
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Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca
In short
The Caves of Drach at Porto Cristo on Mallorca's east coast were explored by Édouard-Alfred Martel in 1896 and are known for the underground Lake Martel and its live classical concert. An adult ticket booked online is about €18.50. Visits run at set times through the day, so book a slot. The tour lasts about an hour.
The caves lie on the edge of Porto Cristo in the municipality of Manacor. Drach means dragon in Catalan. The system is made of four connected caves, the Black Cave, the White Cave, the Cave of Luis Salvador and the Cave of the French, stretching about 2.4 kilometres and reaching a depth of around 25 metres. Seawater from the nearby Mediterranean may have played a part in their formation.
A written mention of the caves survives from 1338. The German explorer M. F. Will mapped the White and Black caves in 1880, and in 1896 the French speleologist Édouard-Alfred Martel explored the system, found two further caves and discovered the large underground lake that now bears his name. The engineer Carles Buïgas created the first electric lighting system in 1935.
The guided route follows a path of about 1,200 metres past stalactites, stalagmites and still pools reflecting the lit ceilings.
Lake Martel, about 115 metres long and 30 metres wide, is the climax of the visit. Visitors sit in an underground auditorium while musicians on lit boats play a short classical concert on the water, and afterwards many cross part of the lake by boat before walking out.
Entry is by timed ticket, best booked online in summer, when slots sell out. Visits run several times a day and last about an hour. Morning slots are usually less crowded than mid afternoon. The cave stays cool year round, and steps are uneven in places. Porto Cristo harbour, about a kilometre away, is the place for lunch afterwards.
Lake Martel and the orchestra on the water
Lake Martel is between four and twelve metres deep. Water reached the cave from the Mediterranean through its entrance. Some researchers date the formation of the system to the Miocene epoch, millions of years ago. The concert is played by a small orchestra on rowboats, and the visit ends after it.
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Key information
🕳️Caves: Four connected caves near Porto Cristo
🎻Concert: Live classical music on Lake Martel
⏱️Visit: About 1 hour, at set times
🎟️Ticket: About €18.50 adult online (2026)
💰Currency: Euro (€ EUR)
🕕Time Zone: CET (UTC+1) · CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Explore the area
Porto Cristo harbour 1 km
Cuevas dels Hams 2 km
Manacor 12 km
Bus stop Porto Cristo 0.8 km
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This attraction is in high demand!
Summer slots fill early; book ahead
Highlights Include:
Underground
- Lake Martel, one of the largest underground lakes
- Stalactites and stalagmites
- Live concert on lit boats
Finish
- Boat crossing of the lake
- Walk out through the caves
What They Offer
Visit
Timed slots; book in advance Boat crossing and concert included
Visit duration
About 1 hour
Timed entry required Yes
Boat crossing
The crossing is included in the ticket, though summer queues for the boats can mean a short wait.
Porto Cristo
Have lunch in the harbour town.
Accessibility
Many steps; not suitable for wheelchairs. The route includes steps; visitors with reduced mobility should read the operator's accessibility page before booking.
Age limits
No minimum age; the stepped, often wet route makes a child carrier far more practical than a pushchair.
What to pack
Light jacket
What to wear
Non-slip shoes
Not allowed
Photography and video inside the caves (check current rules), touching formations
Amenities
Car park, café, shop; free picnic areas and Wi-Fi at the entrance building
Tips for visiting Caves of Drach, Mallorca
- Book a time slot online, especially in summer.
- Wear shoes with good grip, as the paths can be wet.
- Bring a light layer; the caves stay cool and humid all year.
- Sit near the front of the auditorium for the best view of the lake.
- Combine the visit with lunch in Porto Cristo harbour.
Driving
About an hour from Palma; the entrance is on the Carretera de les Coves just outside Porto Cristo, with free parking.
Public transportation
Buses to Porto Cristo from Palma and east-coast resorts.
Address
On the edge of Porto Cristo, about 1 km from the harbour, on Mallorca's east coast.
Opening Hours
Last entry: At your booked slot
Schedules change by season.
Visits run at set times through the day; check the official website for the schedule.
Special events
No special events on record for Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca.
Best times to visit
First slot of the day.
Best days to visit
Weekdays.
Best months to visit
April–June and September–October.
Admission tickets
Prices and how to get tickets.
Cuevas del Drach: timed visit
Caves, underground lake and live concert.
- Cave tour
- Concert on Lake Martel
- Boat crossing
Ticket prices
Adult ticket about €18.50 online on the official site (2026 guide); reduced child price: confirm on the official website
Opening hours
Not confirmed yet. Please check with the venue before you visit.
Visitor policy
Cancellation and prepayment
Per the official ticket terms.
Children and admission
Reduced price for children.
Groups
Group bookings via the official site.
Pets
Not allowed.
Photography
Check current rules before filming inside.
Bags
Small bags only.
Smoking
Not permitted.
Accepted payment
Buy online on the official site.
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Cool rather than cold, and humid all year, so a light jacket is enough.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What to know about the Caves of Drach.
Booking
Travel guides list an adult ticket price of about 18 euros in 2026, roughly 21 US dollars, with a lower price for children and free entry for under twos. The ticket includes the guided walk, the concert on Lake Martel and the short boat crossing. Confirm prices on the official website.
Visits run at fixed times and the official website sells tickets online so you can secure a time slot. Booking ahead is wise in July and August and on days when cruise ships or coach tours are in, as popular slots can sell out.
Timing & weather
Allow about an hour inside the caves, including the walk of around 900 metres and the concert at Lake Martel. Add time for queuing at the entrance and for the optional boat crossing, which can have a wait at busy times in summer.
The best months to visit Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca are April–June and September–October. The best days and times of day are covered under When to visit on this page.
General
The route includes steps, slopes and some damp, uneven surfaces, and there is no lift through the caves. Visitors who have difficulty with stairs should contact the caves before booking to ask about access. Pushchairs are generally not practical on the route.
Photography rules have changed over time, and filming during the concert is usually not allowed. Ask staff at the entrance about the current policy, avoid using a flash, and keep phones away during the music so the performance is not disturbed for others.
Lake Martel is between four and twelve metres deep, about 115 metres long and 30 metres wide.
Some researchers date the cave system to the Miocene epoch.
Yes, there are free picnic areas at the entrance building.
Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca is in Spain. The street address and directions are under How to get there on this page.
Explore the area on this page lists 4 places around Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca, among them Porto Cristo harbour and Cuevas dels Hams.
Getting there
Yes, the caves advertise free parking at the entrance.
You can reach Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach), Mallorca by public transport or by car. Both routes are described under How to get there on this page.
Prices & payment
Yes, the official site sells tickets online at a lower price than the ticket office and lets you pick your time slot.
Families & accessibility
Not allowed.