Alcúdia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Alcudia showing a ruin, a castle and heritage architecture
Alcudia which includes café scenes, château or palace and outdoor eating
Alcúdia
Alcudia showing a small town or village, café lifestyle and street scenes
Alcudia featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Visit this charming medieval walled town, home to historic churches, elegant mansions and Roman remains.

Alcudia is a beguiling ancient town surrounded by imposing stone walls. Stroll past its quaint plazas, stone houses and the island’s most important Roman settlement to see a cultural side of Mallorca that is absent in many of the nearby beach resorts.

The village was originally settled between 2000 and 1300 B.C. The settlement flourished beginning in the second century B.C. After the decline of the Roman Empire in the third century A.D., the town was destroyed by Vandals. It was rebuilt and ruled by the Moors until the Spanish conquest in the 13th century.

Look at the city’s medieval walls, which were added by the Spanish in the 14th century. Head to the Porta Roja (Red Gate), one of the city’s two entrance gates, and find the 18th-century bridge that provides access to the top of the walls. As you walk along the walls, admire the views over the city. Most of the walls are modern reconstructions, but be alert for a section of original medieval wall on the north side.

Don’t miss the Church of Sant Jaume, which was constructed in the 14th century. Inside, you’ll find a small museum displaying historic vestments and other religious artifacts.

Visit the ruins of the Roman town of Pollentia, located just outside the city walls. Dating back to around 70 B.C., Pollentia is considered to be one of the most important archeological sites on the island.

Be sure to see Casa dels Dos Tresors (House of the Two Treasures), a typical Roman house built in the first century. Look for the Teatre Romà (Roman Theater), which is dramatically carved into the island’s rocky terrain.

Tuesdays and Sundays are the liveliest days of the week to visit Alcudia, when a popular market takes place in the Old Town. Stroll around the stalls, which are stacked with linens, leather goods and other souvenirs, or watch the action from the terrace of a nearby café.

Alcudia is located in the northern part of Mallorca. Reach the town by bus from the capital, Palma.

Where to stay in Alcúdia

Alcudia featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Old Town Alcúdia

Old Town Alcúdia is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ca’n Canta and Pollentia Monographic Museum.

Old Town Alcúdia
THB Bamboo Alcudia Hotel - Adults Only

THB Bamboo Alcudia Hotel - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Carrer de la Murta 1, Alcúdia
The price is AU$255 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$255
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (327 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

THB Bamboo Alcudia Hotel - Adults Only
Hotel Condesa

Hotel Condesa

4 out of 5
C/ Roselles, 4, Alcúdia, Mallorca
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Alcúdia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The lighting in the room was not working, I reported to the staff but was not fixed."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hotel Condesa
PortBlue Club Pollentia Resort

PortBlue Club Pollentia Resort

4 out of 5
Carretera Alcudia - Pto Pollensa Km 2, Puerto de Pollensa, Alcúdia, Mallorca
The price is AU$168 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$168
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Alcúdia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (992 reviews)
"Staff was great. Pretty isolated from most things without a rental car. There were buses constantly running but it wasnt real easy to navigate the bus routes to get around."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

PortBlue Club Pollentia Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mariner Club Apartments

Mariner Club Apartments

3 out of 5
Carrer Atenes 1, Alcúdia, Balearic Islands
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Alcúdia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
"Lovely pool and staff. Food great and reasonably priced"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Mariner Club Apartments
Seaclub Alcudia Mediterranean Resort

Seaclub Alcudia Mediterranean Resort

4 out of 5
Avenida Mexico, S/N, Alcúdia
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Alcúdia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa de Muro and Alcúdia Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"Unbelievable breakfast"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Seaclub Alcudia Mediterranean Resort
Bonavida Apartments

Bonavida Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Carrer de Minerva 31, Alcúdia, Illes Balears
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Alcúdia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa de Muro and Alcúdia Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)
"We had such a great holiday and Bonavida Pines, which was one of two properties. This one had a pool but set back from the beach by about 50 metres. This was definitely not a problem as we got to use the beach from property (Palms) whenever we wanted. Rooms were clean and reception and staff so very ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Bonavida Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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