Alcúdia Holidays: Old Town Walls, Pollentia and Beaches
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 19,793 residents · on the coast
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Alcúdia sits on the north-east coast of Mallorca, a town of just under 20,000 people where the past is never far from the front door. The City walls of Alcúdia ring the centre, the archaeological site of Pollentia lies less than a quarter of a mile away, and its dedicated museum, the Museu monogràfic de Pol·lèntia, is right beside the old town. Summers are hot and dry, with July reaching around 32°C and barely any rain. Palma de Mallorca airport, with direct flights from the United Kingdom, is about 41 minutes away by car, and the town's own ferry port links it with Menorca and Barcelona.
Why go
- Walk inside the City walls of Alcúdia, which enclose the old town centre itself.
- Explore the Pollentia archaeological site and its museum, both within a few minutes' walk.
- Direct UK flights land at Palma de Mallorca, roughly 41 minutes' drive from town.
Top sights in Alcúdia
Walls, Ruins and a Beach Nearby
The old town of l'Alcúdia is the heart of any visit, its lanes held within the City walls of Alcúdia, a protected cultural property you will walk alongside almost as soon as you arrive. A short stroll away, about a quarter of a mile from the centre, is Pollentia, the town's archaeological site, and the Museu monogràfic de Pol·lèntia, a small museum devoted to it, sits just beside the old town. The Alcudia bullring is also within easy reach on foot, a few hundred yards from the walls.
For open space, Puig de Sant Martí is a protected area around 2 miles from town. Families will find Hidropark, a water park, just under a mile out, while Sa Farradura beach lies about 2 miles away.
Tours and tickets for Alcúdia and the surrounding area can be booked directly on this page, with more than a hundred activities listed in the booking cards.
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In the centre · Photo
municipality and township of the Spanish autonomous community of the Balearic Islands
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In the centre · Photo
Sa Farradura
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Hidropark
theme park · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in Alcúdia
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Alcúdia can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Alcúdia
Old Town or Close to the Coast
Staying in or near the old town puts you within the walls and a short walk from Pollentia, the museum and the bullring, which suits couples and anyone drawn by history. With a population of under 20,000, Alcúdia has the feel of a real town rather than a purpose-built resort.
If you would rather be nearer the water, look towards the coast: the ferry port is about a mile from the centre, Hidropark is just under a mile out and Sa Farradura beach about 2 miles away, which works well for families. The page shows live hotel prices so you can compare areas for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Alcúdia and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 41 min away.
Best time to visit Alcúdia
When to Go to Alcúdia
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
August stands out as the best month, with highs around 31°C, lows near 23°C and only about five rainy days. July is the hottest and driest of all, peaking around 32°C with just 5 mm of rain over two days, so expect proper summer heat at the height of the season.
June and September are a little gentler, at around 28°C and 27°C respectively, though September brings around ten rainy days. May has the most rainy days of the year at twelve, while February is the wettest by volume at 95 mm. Winters are mild, with daytime highs of about 16°C and nights around 8°C, which suits sightseeing in the old town more than the beach.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
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| Jan | 16°C | 8°C | 49 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 8°C | 95 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 19°C | 10°C | 26 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 12°C | 51 mm | 11 h |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 52 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 19°C | 29 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 5 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 23°C | 37 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 19°C | 45 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 18°C | 49 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 46 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 17°C | 8°C | 23 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Ferries and the Drive
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca (PMI), which has direct flights from the United Kingdom. It is about 29 miles from Alcúdia, roughly 41 minutes by car hire or transfer.
If you are bringing your own car via mainland Spain, Alcúdia has its own ferry port about a mile from town, with routes to Barcelona and to Ciutadella on Menorca. Palma's port, around 33 miles away, offers further sailings to Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland, as well as to Ibiza and Maó. Ciutadella's port, about 39 miles away across the water on Menorca, connects back to Alcúdia and to Barcelona.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)29 miles, about 41 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Alcúdia (1 mile), Palma (33 miles), Ciutadella (39 miles).
Alcúdia is good for
Around Alcúdia
Easy Day Trips from Alcúdia
Port de Pollença is the closest neighbour at about 4 miles, with the larger town of Pollença around 6 miles away. Can Picafort, also about 6 miles off, is another coastal option.
Heading inland, sa Pobla lies around 8 miles away, Muro about 9 miles and the small village of Campanet roughly 10 miles. Santa Margalida is about 11 miles from Alcúdia, and Inca, the biggest town on the list with nearly 30,000 residents, is around 14 miles away, making it a straightforward half-day outing.
Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
The old town, Pollentia, its museum and the bullring all lie within a few hundred yards of one another, so you can see the main sights on foot and save the car for beaches and day trips.
Plan around the heat. July and August regularly reach the low 30s, so visit the archaeological site early in the day. If you want sunshine with fewer rainy days, avoid May, which has the most wet days of the year.
With a ferry port about a mile from town, a hop across to Ciutadella on Menorca is a realistic addition to a Mallorca holiday.
Questions people ask
How far is Alcúdia from Palma airport?
Palma de Mallorca airport (PMI) is about 29 miles from Alcúdia, which is roughly a 41-minute drive. The airport has direct flights from the United Kingdom, making it the obvious arrival point for a holiday here.
What is the best month to visit Alcúdia?
August is the standout month, with highs around 31°C, warm nights near 23°C and only about five rainy days. July is slightly hotter at about 32°C and almost completely dry, while June and September are a touch cooler.
What is there to see in Alcúdia old town?
The old town is enclosed by the City walls of Alcúdia, a protected cultural property. Within a short walk you will find the Pollentia archaeological site, the Museu monogràfic de Pol·lèntia and the Alcudia bullring, all within a few hundred yards.
Is Alcúdia good for families?
Yes, there are options for children close by. Hidropark, a water park, is just under a mile from town, and Sa Farradura beach is about 2 miles away. The compact old town is also easy to explore on foot together.
Can I take a ferry from Alcúdia?
Yes. Alcúdia's ferry port is about a mile from town, with routes to Barcelona on the mainland and to Ciutadella on Menorca. Palma's port, around 33 miles away, adds sailings to Valencia, Dénia, Ibiza and Maó.
What towns are near Alcúdia for a day trip?
Port de Pollença is about 4 miles away, Pollença and Can Picafort around 6 miles each. Further inland are sa Pobla, Muro, Campanet and Santa Margalida, all within about 11 miles, and Inca at roughly 14 miles.