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Culture & heritage

Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri)

by Museu Arqueològic de Son Fornés · Montuïri · 4.5 · 250 Google

Museum in a 17th-century mill with finds from a nearby prehistoric settlement, best seen before visiting the site itself.

About

The museum occupies the Molí des Fraret, a restored 17th-century flour mill owned by the town of Montuïri. It displays objects found at Son Fornés, a Talayotic settlement about 2.4 km from the village on the Pina road, of which around 15% has been excavated. As there is little information at the site, start at the museum. According to one portal it opens Monday to Friday, with shorter hours from November to February. No price stated: confirm with the town hall.

  • 17th-century flour mill
  • Finds from a Talayotic settlement
  • Site 2.4 km from the village

Key facts

Price
from €3.503.5 EUR, adult, general admission (reduced: 2 EUR; under 12s free). According to the operator's official website; may vary.
Duration
1 h–2 h
Area
Es Pla (central plain)
Languages
Not stated
Minimum age
Not stated
Group
Small group
Accessibility
Not stated
Includes
admission ticket

Opening hours and practical info

Hours on the Google listing (may be the office's)

Closed on Saturdays and Sundays according to Google. From the Google listing’s hours: it may be the office’s, not the activity’s. Check with the operator before you go.

Mon10:00–14:00
Tue10:00–14:00
Wed10:00–14:00
Thu10:00–14:00
Fri10:00–14:00
SatClosed
SunClosed

These are not always the days and times the activity runs: check departures with the operator.

Business data from Google, retrieved 2026-10-22. May vary on holidays and in low season.

When to go

Months in season

Open a month to see the weather, sea temperature and festivals.

How it scores

Editorial rating from 1 to 5 using our public rubric; not user reviews.

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  • Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri)
  • Average of Culture & heritage
  • Effort2/5
  • Family3/5
  • Weather-dependent2/5
  • Crowds1/5

Indoor museum plus optional site walk; good for curious kids; little weather impact; very quiet.

Where it is

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) cost?

Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri): from €3.50 per adult, according to the sources we checked. 3.5 EUR, adult, general admission (reduced: 2 EUR; under 12s free). According to the operator's official website; may vary. It may vary: confirm the final price with the operator.

How long does Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) take?

Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) takes about 1 h–2 h.

When is the best time for Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri)?

Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) is offered in these months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Is it suitable for kids?

Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) can work with kids depending on age and pace. Check the minimum age.

Can you do it if it rains?

Yes, Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) depends little on the weather (fully or partly covered).

Where can I book Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri)?

Check the official site of the Son Fornés museum and Talayotic settlement (Montuïri) operator.

Sources and review

Data collected from public sources and reworded in our own words. Last reviewed: 2026-10-23.

from €3.50per adult, indicative
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