Holiday in Alcúdia

Beach in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸

Country

Spain

Type

Beach

Best time to travel

April to October

Budget/day

110-180€: family hotel with half board, excursions, and restaurant visits

Getting there from Germany

Flight to Palma de Mallorca (PMI) approx. 2-2.5 hours, then transfer or rental car approx. 50 minutes to Alcúdia. Bus connection with line 351 from the airport.

What makes Alcúdia special as a destination?

Alcúdia uniquely combines history and beach enjoyment on Mallorca's northern coast — the fully preserved medieval city wall from the 14th century encloses a labyrinth of narrow streets with cafés, boutiques, and the best market on the island, while just a few minutes' walk away lies one of the longest and flattest sandy beaches in Mallorca. Platja d'Alcúdia stretches over seven kilometers from the old town to Can Picafort and is considered an ideal family beach due to its extremely shallow water entry — children can wade meters into the sea without the water reaching their knees. The bay of Alcúdia is sheltered from the wind, and the water shimmers in Caribbean tones over the bright sand. In the hinterland of the city lie the Roman ruins of Pollentia with a well-preserved theater — Mallorca's most significant archaeological site. The S'Albufera Nature Park, the largest wetland in the Balearics, is a paradise for birdwatchers and offers hiking trails through reed landscapes and pine forests, right behind the beach dunes. In recent years, Alcúdia has transformed from a classic package holiday destination to a versatile travel destination with upscale gastronomy, cycling infrastructure, and cultural events in the old town — all while maintaining its relaxed charm.

Beach
95
Families
95
Safety
90
Relaxation
85
Food
75

What are the top highlights in Alcúdia?

The top highlights in Alcúdia include Old Town and City Wall, Platja d'Alcúdia, S'Albufera Nature Park, Roman Ruins of Pollentia.

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Old Town and City Wall

Fully preserved medieval wall from the 14th century: walkable with panoramic views over the bay and the Serra de Tramuntana.

2

Platja d'Alcúdia

Seven kilometers of fine sand with Caribbean flat water: the most family-friendly beach in Mallorca.

3

S'Albufera Nature Park

Largest wetland in the Balearics right behind the dunes: 200+ bird species, hiking trails, and absolute silence.

4

Roman Ruins of Pollentia

Mallorca's most significant archaeological site with theater and forum: 2000 years of history right in front of the old town.

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When is the best time to visit Alcúdia?

The best time to visit Alcúdia is April to October. Hot and dry, 28-35°C, consistent sunshine with occasional sea breeze In winter: Mild, 10-16°C, ideal weather for hiking and cycling in the hinterland

Recommended travel time

April to October

Summer

Hot and dry, 28-35°C, consistent sunshine with occasional sea breeze

Winter

Mild, 10-16°C, ideal weather for hiking and cycling in the hinterland

How much does a holiday in Alcúdia cost?

Budget travellers: 60-90€: holiday apartment, beach, and self-catering with market products/day, mid-range: 110-180€: family hotel with half board, excursions, and restaurant visits/day, luxury: 250€+: boutique hotel in the old town, rental car, fine dining, and boat tours/day.

Average costs per person per day

Budget

60-90€: holiday apartment, beach, and self-catering with market products

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

Mid-range

110-180€: family hotel with half board, excursions, and restaurant visits

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

Luxury

250€+: boutique hotel in the old town, rental car, fine dining, and boat tours

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

How do I get from Germany to Alcúdia?

Flight to Palma de Mallorca (PMI) approx. 2-2.5 hours, then transfer or rental car approx. 50 minutes to Alcúdia. Bus connection with line 351 from the airport.

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What travel tips are there for Alcúdia?

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Visit the large weekly market in the old town on Tuesdays and Sundays — one of the best on the whole of Mallorca with local products and crafts.

Rent a bike and ride the cycle path along the bay to Can Picafort — flat, family-friendly, and with beach bar stops.

Visit S'Albufera in the morning — birdwatching is best in the morning light, binoculars can be rented at the entrance.

Climb the city wall — the walk is free and offers the best overview of the old town, bay, and mountains.

What should you eat in Alcúdia?

Typical specialities in Alcúdia: Frit Mallorquí — fried offal with potatoes, fennel, and peppers: a rustic Mallorcan traditional dish., Coca de Trampó — flat vegetable pie with peppers, onions, and tomatoes: Mallorca's answer to pizza., Porcella — suckling pig from the wood oven: a festive dish and specialty of the region around Alcúdia., Hierbas de Mallorca — herbal liqueur made from over 20 wild herbs from the island: served as a digestif after dinner..

These specialties you must try!

Frit Mallorquí — fried offal with potatoes, fennel, and peppers: a rustic Mallorcan traditional dish.
Coca de Trampó — flat vegetable pie with peppers, onions, and tomatoes: Mallorca's answer to pizza.
Porcella — suckling pig from the wood oven: a festive dish and specialty of the region around Alcúdia.
Hierbas de Mallorca — herbal liqueur made from over 20 wild herbs from the island: served as a digestif after dinner.
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