High mountains and deep valleys frame Valldemossa, the village where the island's first two 'celebrity tourists', composer Frederic Chopin and author George Sand, lived in 1838. Once here, make sure to visit the village's main attraction: The Carthusian Monastery of Valldemossa. Originally built as a royal palace in 1309 and later converted into a monastery of the Carthusian order, the Carthusian Monastery of Valldemossa is an impressive complex that houses a palace, a church, an old pharmacy, an art collection of some of the greatest modern Spanish and local artists, and the cells where the monks lived for 400 years to find peace and rest. Each cell has its own exit to the garden terrace with blossoming magnolias and a wonderful view over the valley.

Nestled in a picturesque setting, Matheson Hammock Park is the perfect destination for families seeking a tranquil getaway, with its warm and safe waters and stunning views of the bay. The park boasts a unique feature - a man-made atoll pool that is naturally flushed by the tidal action of nearby Biscayne Bay. While the beach is the biggest draw for swimming and kite-boarding, a boardwalk trail, a playground, and a golf course also invite you to enjoy a warm and sunny day. As this park is mostly known among locals only, it is a great place for experiencing an authentic Miamian way of life.

Enjoy the ocean at its best at King Edward Park. This former recreational reserve is a popular place for weddings, and holds a bowling green as well as the Obelisk. Families BBQ and picnic here all day long, and if you're lucky, you can even catch an open air movie on summer nights.

Located in a building from Ottoman times, the Bardo National Museum of Prehistory and Ethnography holds numerous treasures for its visitors. Not only the changing exhibitions are very interesting, but also the stunning architecture and pompous ornaments make this place worth a visit.