Convent de Santa Clara
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Description
The Convent de Santa Clara is a Gothic monastery and convent church in the old town of Palma, where a community of nuns lives and works.
Church, Courtyard and Convent Grounds
The Gothic church is the heart of the complex, impressing visitors with its ancient interior. You can also step into a courtyard that feels like a quiet oasis in the middle of the city. The atmosphere throughout is calm and contemplative — a striking contrast to the bustling old town just outside.
Home-made Sweets and Ice Cream
The nuns produce biscuits, pastries, pasta, ice cream and cakes themselves and offer them for sale. Biscuits and sweets are beautifully packaged — often in small cardboard boxes. Sorbet in orange and lemon flavours is also available.
The Buying Experience: Bell and Hatch
Shopping here works in a wonderfully old-fashioned way: you ring the bell, a nun speaks to you through a small hatch and asks what you'd like, the goods are passed through to you, and you hand your money back the same way. It's a moment that stays with you long after you leave.
Location in Palma's Old Town
The convent is situated at Carrer de Can Fonollar 2 in Palma's Centre district, tucked deep within the narrow lanes of the old town. It isn't the easiest place to stumble upon, but those who seek it out are rewarded with one of the quietest corners in the city.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I buy in the convent shop?
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Is entry to the church free?
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