Ferrocarril de Sóller - Estació de Sóller — Attraction in Sóller

Took the 10.10 train from Palma to Soller. The train itself was full. We arrived at the station to buy our tickets at 9.40. The queue wasn't too bad but there were only about 30 tickets remaining for the 10.10 train although 200+ for the 10.50. We grabbed 4 of the last 9 tickets by the time we got to the ticket desk. The only option to buy online included the tram which we didn't want to do so we were forced into buying on the day. There were a few passengers who boarded at Bunyola but it was standing only from there. The kids had fun standing outside at the back of the train although possibly this isn't really allowed.

All the windows were open so the train was quite cool once on the move. It gets VERY warm onboard waiting to depart at Palma though. Masks are mandatory and checked on the platform prior to boarding so either remember them or buy from the little tourist desk inside the station (10 masks €2) before you go to the platform.

The journey out is not scenic until probably 15 to 20min into the journey. There's a very long tunnel through the mountains and you come out just above the town of Soller with a short viewing stop just above the town.

In the main seating areas there is VERY little legroom. My 6ft2 husband and 6ft1 son were cramped! We took the 2pm train back from Soller to Palma and this was less busy so we could spread out for a little more legroom.

A word on parking as we really struggled with this when planning our visit ... in Palma, there is a carpark just behind the station (Aparcament Comte d'Empuries). It was easy to get to and we paid €11.30 for parking from 9.30 to 15.15 and didn't think that was too expensive for a city car park. There were plenty of spaces when we arrived and still some free in the afternoon. In Soller, I couldn't believe how tiny the streets were and would not advise trying to park or drive there unless you're confident in navigating small streets,...

An amazing experience, it's like going back in time. They only sell the amount of tickets for the amount of seats there are, so trains will never be overcrowded, however, if it's full there's lots of people on board. Masks are still mandatory when riding between Palma and Sóller but lots of people just take them off once they're sat down. There is room at the end of each carriage for pushchairs, wheelchairs, suitcases etc. The journey itself goes through the back end of Palma where you can see the darker side of the city, then on to the fincas and olive groves at the base of the mountains. In to the tunnel for around 3 minutes with only the ceiling lights is a magical feeling but could be scary or unnerving for small children or anyone with claustrophobia. Arriving back in to the daylight is great as the train now stops at the top of the mountain with phenomenal views across the town. You can jump off and get selfies here but it does only stop briefly. Once the whistle blows, get back on quick! Definitely recommend this journey, including the tram ticket down to Sóller Bay, which is another amazing journey in itself. The cost for the train is €18 one way, €25 return and €32 for the whole package of...

What a really nice place to visit. To get there we travelled by coach into the mountains we ended up at the small village/town for coffee etç and for a walk about. We went for an ice cream which i must say was one of the best i and my wife have e er had. Which ever direction you looked were mountains which not only surroundad the town but a harbour for small to medium sized boats. Get your cameras out. Having spent some time there we got an old wooden tram back to a train station. The tram journey was an experience in itself and our guide was excellent. Very helpful especially as I am disabled and need a wheel chair as I can't walk. Well done to that man 10/10. I forgot to say that the tram apparently was built in the 1920s and well looked after. At the train station we caught a train in the same style as the tram and yet again a journey to remember. All wooden inside and out.the trains were of a similar design to the trams. The train went via mountain tunnels and and past gardens with lemon trees by the scores and onto the waiting coach and back to the hotel . Highly...