From Palma de Mallorca: Dinosaurland tour

At Dinosaurland, more than 100 life-sized dinosaurs set the scene for a family outing that mixes big creature displays with a children’s area, an entertaining show and information panels. The park visit lasts about two hours and 15 minutes, with coach transport from Palma included.

I like two things in particular: you get enough time to explore at a child-friendly pace, and you do not have to rent a car or manage the drive yourself. The park’s mix of realistic models, sounds, activity areas and paleontology panels gives both kids and adults something to do.

The main drawback is the time spent in transit: the round trip takes about two hours, for a five-hour outing overall. At $68 per person, it makes most sense if your group is keen on dinosaurs and values transport and admission bundled together.

Key points before you book

• More than 100 dinosaurs represent 40 species, with some models moving and making sounds.
• The park visit lasts about two hours and 15 minutes, enough time for displays, photos, the show and children’s activities.
• Return coach transport from Palma is included, along with a licensed Mallorca guide and admission.
• The children’s zone includes play areas and an archaeology section, useful for little ones who need a break from looking at displays.
• Food and drinks cost extra, though the park has a prehistoric-themed bar and a dino burger.
• The tour takes five hours in all, including roughly one hour each way by coach.

Five hours from Palma, with dinosaurs at the center

This is a half-day excursion built around a clear promise: get from Palma to Dinosaurland, spend a little over two hours in the park, and return by coach. It is not a broad tour of Mallorca, and it does not try to be one. The dinosaurs are the point.

That focused plan can be a relief when you are travelling with children. You do not need to arrange a rental car, navigate to the park or find parking. Instead, you meet near the waterfront at Camí de l’Escullera and let the coach handle the journey.

The total time is five hours. About two hours and 15 minutes are set aside for the park, while the coach ride takes roughly an hour in each direction. The ride adds a fair bit of sitting to a day designed for children to move around, so consider your child’s tolerance for bus trips as well as their interest in dinosaurs.

The coach ride: an easy start, with views along the way

The excursion starts at Camí de l’Escullera. The meeting point is by bar Varadero, and the coach is operated by Autocares Comas. If you want to check the bus number, you can email the provider the evening before.

Air-conditioned transport is included, and the ride offers views of Mallorca’s countryside. That is a practical advantage over self-driving, especially if you would rather not spend part of a family holiday dealing with directions, fuel and parking. A licensed guide accompanies the tour and speaks English, German, French or Spanish.

The ride is about an hour each way. That is manageable for many families, but it is worth planning for: bring anything your child needs to stay settled, and remember that there is no meal included. The bus journey is transfer time, not a separate sightseeing stop.

Inside Dinosaurland: more than a row of models

Dinosaurland has more than 100 dinosaurs representing 40 species, in different sizes. Some have lifelike movement and sounds, so the displays are not limited to static figures. For younger children, the scale and animation can make the prehistoric setting feel immediate. For adults, the information panels add useful context about the creatures on display.

I would treat the panels as part of the visit, not an optional extra. They give you something to read together and turn a photo stop into a chance to learn a little about the species. The park is also presented as a place to test your dinosaur knowledge, so it can work for curious school-age children as well as kids who mainly want to see large creatures up close.

The setting is designed for entertainment rather than a formal museum visit. That distinction matters when deciding if it fits your family. You get visual displays, a show, play areas and photo opportunities, but the supplied information does not describe a specialist scientific tour or a detailed guided walk through each exhibit.

A show, play areas and time for children to roam

The children’s zone is one of the most useful parts of the visit for families with young kids. It includes play areas and an archaeology section, giving children something hands-on to do while adults take in the displays. A family outing with a two-year-old was found to be a lot of fun, a reassuring sign for parents deciding if the park is too old for toddlers.

There is also a show designed for younger visitors. Lifelike dinosaurs come to life as part of the performance, which gives the visit a change of pace from walking among the exhibits. The specific show schedule and length are not provided, so avoid building your day around an exact performance time without checking it when you arrive.

The park’s mix of activities is the key to its family appeal. Children who tire of reading panels can move to the play area; adults can enjoy the displays and photos; then the show brings everyone back together. Still, the park is dinosaur-themed throughout. If your child is wary of large figures, moving models or loud sounds, keep that in mind.

Photos, the dino burger and a souvenir stop

There is ample time for photos and videos during the park visit. With a range of dinosaur sizes and species, you can take pictures among the displays rather than trying to capture everything in a quick pass. Keep your camera or phone handy, but leave some time to look at the exhibits without a screen between you and the scene.

A prehistoric-themed bar and souvenir shop add convenient options on site. The bar serves a famous dino burger, but food and drinks are not included in the tour price. If you plan to buy lunch or snacks there, allow for that extra cost. The supplied details do not give menu prices, so budget with some flexibility.

The shop may appeal to children who want a small reminder of the visit, though purchases are optional. The important practical point is that the tour price covers the entrance ticket and transport, not what you choose to eat or take home.

Is $68 per person good value?

At $68 per person, the price includes admission to Dinosaurland, return air-conditioned coach transport and a licensed Mallorca guide. For a family without a car, having the ride and park entry handled together can make the price easier to justify. It saves you from arranging transport separately and lets you avoid driving and parking.

The value depends on how much your group wants to see the park. If your children love dinosaurs, two-plus hours among 100-plus models, with a show and children’s activities, can fill a satisfying half-day. If they have only mild interest, the hour-long ride each way may feel like a lot of travel for a single attraction.

Food, drinks and souvenirs are extra, so $68 is not the full cost of the outing if you plan to eat or shop. There is no need to spend more to take part, though: the included ticket and coach are the core of the experience.

Practical details that make the day smoother

The meeting point is by bar Varadero at Camí de l’Escullera. Look for an Autocares Comas bus, and email the provider the evening before if you need its bus number. The tour duration is five hours, and starting times vary by availability.

Admission is included, and the tour skips the ticket line. The activity is wheelchair accessible, according to the tour information. Pets are not allowed. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later.

The guide is an important part of the day, not just a way to get from Palma to the park. The guide speaks one of four listed languages and can add context about Mallorca along the way. A guide was specifically praised as excellent, which is worth noting when you are choosing a coach outing rather than travelling independently.

Who should book this Dinosaurland tour?

I would consider this tour first for families with children who are excited by dinosaurs, particularly if you are staying in Palma and do not want to hire a car. The dedicated children’s area, archaeology section and kid-focused show help make the park more than a walk past large models. A two-year-old has also found the outing fun, which suggests it can suit very young children, though every child reacts differently to moving figures and sounds.

It may also work for adults who enjoy dinosaur displays and want a simple half-day plan. The information panels give the visit an educational element, while the coach and guide make the logistics straightforward.

I would skip it if your priority is a full day of Mallorca’s historic towns, beaches or scenery. The coach journey and park visit take the whole five-hour block, and the focus stays firmly on prehistoric creatures. For the right family, though, that is precisely the appeal: no complicated planning, plenty to see, and room for children to play as well as look.

FAQ

How long does the Dinosaurland tour take?

The full tour lasts five hours. The coach ride is about one hour each way, and the park visit lasts about two hours and 15 minutes.

Where does the tour leave from?

It starts at Camí de l’Escullera. Wait by bar Varadero for the Autocares Comas bus.

Is transport included in the price?

Yes. Return transport by air-conditioned coach from Palma is included, along with the Dinosaurland entrance ticket and a licensed Mallorca guide.

What languages are available for the guide?

The live guide is available in English, German, French and Spanish.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included. Dinosaurland has a prehistoric-themed bar and a dino burger, but you will pay separately for anything you buy.

Can I bring a pet, and is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Pets are not allowed. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.