Ca s'Apotecari

Ca s'Apotecari is a heritage townhouse in the centre of Santa Maria del Camí, a market town in Mallorca's Raiguer region, a short distance north of Palma. The building belongs to a group of stately homes erected in the town between the 17th and early 20th centuries, and today it houses the local tourist information point and an exhibition space.

What can you see at Ca s'Apotecari?

The building keeps the layout typical of Mallorcan townhouses of its era — thick stone walls, an inner courtyard, and carved stone window frames. Inside, visitors find an information desk with maps, suggestions for walking and cycling routes around the area, and details on local events. The rooms also double as an exhibition space, hosting occasional art shows and craft displays, most actively during the annual Fira de Santa Maria del Camí, a fair that combines trade, food stalls and traditional crafts.

Ca s'Apotecari stands close to several other landmarks of the old town — the parish church tower (Campanar de la Parroquia), the Baronia de Terrades manor, and the Convent dels Minims. Together they form a compact walking route through the historic centre that can be covered on foot in under an hour.

How do you get to Santa Maria del Camí?

The town sits on the SFM railway line connecting Palma with Inca, and Santa Maria del Camí station is a few minutes' walk from the centre, right by Ca s'Apotecari. The train ride from Palma takes around 20 minutes and is the easiest way to arrive without a car. By road, the town is reached via the Ma-13A motorway or local roads from Binissalem and Consell, both neighbouring towns in the same wine-producing area.

When is the best time to visit?

Sunday is the ideal day to come, since that's when Santa Maria del Camí holds its traditional town market — one of the oldest and best known on the island, with stalls selling local produce, handicrafts and wickerwork (the town has a long-standing tradition of basket weaving). The information point at Ca s'Apotecari is at its busiest then, helping visitors plan trips to nearby vineyards and cycling routes. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons, with mild temperatures well suited to walking through town and the surrounding farmland.

What else is worth seeing nearby?

Santa Maria del Camí is one of the hubs of Mallorcan winemaking, with vineyards and cellars within a few kilometres offering local wine tastings. The Raiguer region, where the town lies, is also known for its almond groves, which turn the countryside white and pink with blossom in spring. A visit to the historic centre, starting from Ca s'Apotecari, pairs well with a bike ride along the old railway greenway (Via Verda) toward neighbouring towns.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ca s'Apotecari? It's a heritage townhouse in the centre of Santa Maria del Camí, Mallorca, now used as the town's tourist information point and an exhibition venue.

Is there an entrance fee? As a tourist information point and exhibition space, the building is open to the public during the office's opening hours.

What's the fastest way to get there from Palma? Take the SFM train on the Palma–Inca line and get off at Santa Maria del Camí station, a journey of about 20 minutes and a short walk from the building.

What else should I see in Santa Maria del Camí? Combine your visit with a walk to the parish church tower, the Baronia de Terrades and the Convent dels Minims, and if possible, time it for Sunday to catch the traditional town market.