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Alcúdia, Mallorca - All You Need to Know
Alcúdia offer some of the most tourist friendly conditions in the entire Mediterranean region, perhaps this is why it is the most popular holiday destination amongst Europeans. However, Alcúdia is more than just a tourist attraction, it is a cultural mecca packed with exciting and stunning places of interest to explore.
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What to expect in Alcúdia
Alcúdia is a place with two personalities, but no acting, both true to their selves. The old medieval town boast Mallorcan culture, with rustic sand stone facades, a mixture of architectonic styles decorated with small bars and shops and Mediterranean flowers in the narrow streets.
On the other side, in the corner of Mallorca’s widest coastline, you have Port d’Alcúdia, a refreshing contrast to the old town. Port d’Alcúdia stretches more than 7 miles down the coastline, full of hotels, restaurants, shops, all parallel to the best sandy beaches of Mallorca.
If you are traveling with kids, I advise you to look for hotel or any other type of accommodation in Port d’Alcúdia, as this is where you will find the best hotels with most amenities, kids’ clubs, evening entertainment and facilities.
Best things to do in Alcúdia
Here you will find some great suggestions on activities to do in Alcúdia and Port d’Alcúdia. The old town is full of local points of interest, such as the old city walls and gates, the ruins of Roman capital of Pol-lèntia and the medieval chapel of Santa Anna. On the peninsula of Alcanada extending from Port d’Alcúdia you can look forward to one of the island’s most renown art collections at Sa Bassa Blanca and a trip to the old hermitage of Victoria offering stunning views of the bay of Pollenca. Being one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations, Alcúdia offer a number of relaxing and fun leisure activities to indulge in, such as golf, water sports, beaches, walking and cycling routes, as well as the huge HidroPark waterpark.
ENJOY SOME OF THE BEST BEACHES OF MALLORCA
It is no secret that Alcúdia is home to some of the very best beaches of Mallorca, in fact, this is one of the main reasons to choose Alcúdia as your holiday destination. The long and deep sandy stretches of clean beach line with shallow crystal clear water more than 100 meter out makes the beaches of Alcúdia perfect for all kinds of fun and relaxing activities. At the beaches you can also rent water cycles, go on the banana boat, do surfing, jet-skiing and many other things. Discover the local beaches here
PLAY A GAME OF GOLF AT THE BEAUTIFUL ALCANADA GOLF COURSE
A short drive from Alcudia is the Golf d’Alcanada, a beautiful course situated on the gentle slopes next to the coastline. Regardless of your personal handicap and prior experience, you are sure to find amusement and challenges here at Golf d’Alcanada, which is one of the best courses in Mallorca.
DISCOVER THE FASCINATING DEEP BLUE ON A SCUBA DIVING ADVENTURE
Ever been curious about what lives under the surface of the Mediterranean Sea? If so, then you are in one of the best places to find out! Head down to one of the local diving centers in Alcúdia and Port d’Alcúdia, receive instructions from the professional instructor and go with the group to the boat. There are a number of different diving trips you can go on, all of them offer amazing and memorable experiences. Explore valleys, reefs, caves, beautiful species of marine vegetation and odd looking creatures, all living in perfect harmony just off the beaches.
RENT A BIKE AND GO ROAD CYCLING
Cycling, and especially road cycling, is one of the most popular sports and activities to do in Mallorca. Road cycling can be practiced all year round, and is a great way to stay in shape while experiencing this beautiful island. Alcúdia is one of the most popular places for road cycling and cycling tourism due to its amazing location close to coast, mountains and countryside, there is truly something for everyone and for any level. Alcúdia also host numerous cycling events throughout the year, including races and Ironman competitions.
SPEND A DAY AT SEA
Enjoy a relaxing and beautiful cruise around the coastline of Alcúdia, Pollenca and Formentor. Several times a day, catamarans departures from the marina in Port d’Alcúdia which will take you to the most picturesque places found in north Mallorca. The catamaran anchors in little rocky coves allowing you to jump in and go for a swim in the crystal clear water where you can see 30 meters to the bottom. This is a refreshing and beautiful activity for the whole family to enjoy.
SATISFY YOUR INNER ADRENALINE JUNKIE AT THE KARTINGMANIA CIRCUIT
Anyone who has ever driven a go-kart knows the thrill and excitement that comes with this fun activity. In Port d’Alcúdia, next to the Bellevue hotel, you will find the Kartingmania circuit, a track designed for fun and thrills. Beat the best lap times, race against friends and family and participate in the weekly karting Gran Prix for prizes. Kartingmania also do kids only laps which makes this this a fun thing to do for the entire family.
HIDROPARK WATER PARK
The most child-friendly water park in Mallorca is situated right here in Alcúdia, just outside the old town. Give your children a day of adrenaline, fun and joy in Hindropark, where numerous fun activities awaits excited minds. Slides, rings, waves, miniature golf, playgrounds are just some of the activities you can indulge in here.
GO SHOPPING
Alcúdia is a great place to go shopping, you will find a variety of local shops offering selections of local products and international brands. On Tuesdays and Sundays, the local market in Alcúdia’s old town is held, a great opportunity to find some great deals on a variety of products. The market in Alcúdia is one of the most popular tourist attractions.
DISCOVER THE S’ALBUFERA WETLANDS
One of the largest and most amazing nature parks in Mallorca is the s’Albufera wetlands found south of Alcúdia. The wetland stretches over an area of about 2,700 hectares, and is home to more than 200 different species of Balearic wildlife living in perfect harmony. S’Albufera is the perfect place for bird watching, walking and cycling, the many paths and bridges makes it easy to move between the beautiful vegetation and many small lagoons. If you are looking for a scenic outdoor activity, the s’Albufera wetland is a great thing to consider.
DISCOVER THE HIDDEN GEM OF COLL BAIX
If you are looking for the secrets gems of Mallorca, look no further. the Coll Baix natural area is one of those secrets that can only be accessed by walking/hiking or sailing. The area is located on the coast of the peninsula of Alcanada, and the trip starts in the harbour area of Port d’Alcúdia, from where a scenic experience awaits. The virgin beach of Coll Baix and the crystal clear water in the cove is the perfect place for relaxing, swimming and snorkeling. The rocky walls rising behind the beach gives this place an extra dimension making it even more incredible and instagramable.
ROAM THE OLD TOWN OF ALCÚDIA
Alcúdia is by far one of the most charming, historical and well-preserved towns in all of Mallorca. The old urban core is enclosed by the massive town walls and gates dating back from the 1300’s, which is a landmark of the area. As you stroll about inside the walls, notice the many beautiful buildings of various architectural style evidencing the different cultures and cultural eras that has dominated this area throughout times. The streets of Alcúdia are never empty, there is always lots of people here creating the unique and vibrant ambience that makes this place so special. There is also a wonderful selection of bars, restaurants and shops to indulge in for a refreshment or something to bring home.
VISIT THE RUINS OF POL-LENTIA
Pol-lentia is the name of a former Roman city that was established 123 BC when the Roman army had conquered Mallorca after more than a decade of wars with the Carthaginians. As you stroll around inside the huge excavation site, you will understand the life of the legendary Romans and their impact on our day civilization. Info-boards will explain every single area of Pollen-tia for you to get the best experience and understanding of what you are looking at. You will be taken through the urban areas, the burial sites, the forum and the amphitheater, and afterwards, you can visit the museum across the street to learn more and see all the amazing artifacts that has been found. This is a great and interesting attraction the whole family can enjoy.
INDULGE IN A UNIQUE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE AT SA BASSA BLANCA
Sa Bassa Blanca is one of the most impressive properties in Mallorca, and also home to the Yannick Vu and Ben Jakober foundation. Some of the highlighted exhibitions here, are the els Nins, an impressive collection of portrait paintings of royal children, the SoKRaTES exhibitions space of contemporary art, the sculpture park, the rose gardens and the impressive finca itself featuring a unique and playful combination of various architectural styles. You don’t have to be an art enthusiast to enjoy a visit at Sa Bassa Blanca, it is a thing you can do with the whole family.
VISIT THE PARISH CHURCH AND ETHNOLOGICAL MUSEUM
The parish church of Alcúdia is as beautiful on the inside as it is from the outside. The church is built into the massive medieval town walls as par of the old defensive system of Alcúdia. Inside the church, you will find a treasury of beautiful arts, thus the ethnological museum of Alcúdia exhibiting all the amazing founds from excavation works at the Roman city of Pol-lentia.
VISIT THE OLD HERMITAGE OF VICTORIA
An excursion to the old hermitage of Victoria is a beautiful and scenic experience that can be done by car, bicycle or on foot. The Victoria hermitage enjoys a magical spot on the western side of the Alcanada peninsula overlooking the bay of Pollenca and Formentor. Today, the hermitage serves as a hostel for hikers and pilgrims, but there is a nice restaurant situated next to it from where you can enjoy a nice meal accompanied by the breathtaking views. The trip to Vistoria is absolutely just as stunning as the place itself, you’ll move along the steep narrow roads and hairpin swings as you ascent with the water surface gets farther every turn you make, amazing feeling.
VISIT THE ORATORY OF SANTA ANNA
This small oratory, is actually one of the first and most well-preserved chapels/churches in Mallorca. It was built from stones found in the ruins of Pol-lentia across the street,, just after the Catalan conquest of the island. It’s a cute little church, easily accessible from the street, absolutely worth a picture.
Plaça Carles V
During the bloody civil war known as the “Revolta de les Germanies” (Revolt of the Brotherhood), Alcúdia protected the noble citizens of Palma who had fled from the capital during the siege. The walls of the town held stand against the rebellion until the royal troops arrived in the harbor and fought down the barbarians. As a reward, Alcúdia was awarded “Faithful Town” by the king, a title that came with numerous privileges.
Plaça de Toros
The old bullring of Alcúdia is no longer active, but stands as a monument on the outskirts of the town reminding us of the past. The construction was originally a bastion of the massive walled defense system of Alcúdia that has been declared a national monument. Later, the bullring was installed. Today, you can go visit and look inside the bullring and enjoy this piece of typical Spanish cultural heritage.
ENJOY A BREATHTAKING WALK TO THE PENYA DES MIGDIA
This scenic walk/hike will without a doubt take your breath away as you climb to the summit of Penya des Migdia to enjoy the most amazing panoramic views of the bays of Alcúdia and Pollenca. At Penya des Migdia, you’ll find a medieval military installation from where soldiers could spot hostile ships in the sea. This is undoubtedly the peak of all the walking trips you can do in Alcúdia.
CLIMB TO THE SA TALAIA (THE LOOKOUT)
Sa Talaia is located in amazing 434 metres altitude, the highest point in Alcúdia, rising high above the natural area of Coll Baix. The excursion to Sa Talaia can only be done by foot, and at top, you can enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views from the remnants of the old medieval watchtower that was once installed here to guard the bay.
TORRE MAJOR
The medieval watchtower of Torre Major is situated just between Port d’Alcúdia and Alcanada, in the very corner of the bay. The tower used to guard the bay during the 16th century when pirate attacks were consistently going on. Along with a network of other watchtowers, Torre Major assisted in alarming the town of Alcúdia whenever a hostile ship was spotted in the bay. The towers communicated via smoke signals and flags, and the guards were simple peasants who had to work day and night while at the same time maintaining their regular jobs.
IMAGE GALLERY
Enjoy some beautiful pictures from Alcúdia
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FAQ
Alcúdia is best visited from March to October, the mild climate on the northern side of the island makes it perfect for various activities most of the year. November to February might be a bit too chilly, thus most places are closed.
Alcúdia is particularly known for its amazing beaches and its medieval old town surrounded by protective walls. Moreover, Alcúdia is home to the ruins of Mallorca’s former capital city, the Roman city of Pol-lentia.
Tuesday and Sunday are market days in Alcúdia. The market in Alcúdia is renown all over the island and people from far and wide come to make a good bargain.
The beaches of Alcúdia are considered some of the best on the island, with their shallow crystal clear turqouise waters, fine grain sand and spaciousness.
The beaches of Alcúdia are perfect for a wide array of fun activities such as swimming, paddle board, paragliding, sailing, beach volley etc.
Absolutely! Alcúdia is a very safe place, both in terms of theft and swimming. The low waters of the bay makes it one of the safest beaches in Europe.
That said, always keep your personal belongings close when out and about. Pick-pocketing can happen anywhere.
There are plenty of options to have a good fun night out in Alcúdia. Once the sun sets and the shops close, the fancy colors of the many bars and clubs illuminate the streets setting the perfect scene for the many happy party loving people.
The nightlife in Alcúdia offer a great combination of pubs, clubs and chilling lounges.
Events in Alcúdia & Port d'Alcúdia
Weekly Market in Alcúdia
There are two weekly markets in the old town of Alcúdia held on Tuesdays and Sundays. The market in Alcúdia is very popular, so make sure to arrive early if you arrive by car.
Annual fairs, festivities and events in Alcúdia
There are a lot of events to enjoy in Alcúdia, both cultural and sports events. Below you will find some of the annual events, such as the traditional fairs and celebrations that are part of the local patrimony of Alcúdia.
April
FIRA NÀUTICA I DE LA SÍPIA (NAUTICAL FAIR)
Every year in April, the annual nautical fair is held in Port d’Alcúdia to celebrate the local patrimony and traditions of fishing. You can enjoy a great range of exhibitions of products related to the maritime theme, as well as sales of various products. To assist in creating a nice atmosphere, there is usually a range of different musical performances.
One of the best things about the nautical fair, is that most bars and restaurants create special dishes of fish caught in the Alcúdia bay which are only available during the fair.
Where: Port d’Alcúdia
When: Beginning of April
STREET FOOD FESTIVAL
The street food festival is celebrated during the end of April at the promenade of Port d’Alcúdia. Come sample a world of innovative street foods and enjoy the many musical performances.
Where: Port d’Alcúdia
When: End of April
APRIL FAIR
The April fair is something people really look forward to in Alcúdia, as it marks the entrance to the summertime. Indulge in warm evenings of music and dance performances, as well as traditional Spanish cuisine, and of course, many fun activities.
Where: Old town
When: End of April
Support Local
Supporting local communities during your travels can have a profound impact. Stock up with groceries locally, stop in an artisan shop or enjoy a refreshment at a restaurant or bar. Now more than ever, these small businesses need support from travelers near and far.
Get to know Alcúdia
Alcúdia is a town and municipality located in the northern part of the Raiguer region in Mallorca. Alcúdia is more or less completely committed to the tourism industry, namely because of the incredibly fine and wide beaches in the bay.
History of Alcúdia
Prehistory
The Roman conquest
The obscure centuries
Under Moorish rule
The Catalan Conquest
Foundation of the town
The faithful town
The fight against pirates
The industrial times
Practical Info
Useful Numbers
Emergency: 112
National police: 091
Local police: 092
Guarda civil: 062
Fire: 080
Maritime emergencies: 900 202 202
Tourist Office: + 34 971 547 257
Public Transport
Bus lines: 351, 52, A32
Power Supply
220V