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Who said Majorca ca is a destination only for fun-seekers? The island also has a unique historical and natural heritage made up of ancient villages, remains from Roman times and nature reserves. One of the stops we recommend to learn more about the island’s history is Alcudia, one of Majorca’s main tourist centres. Founded by the Romans under the name of Pollentia, Alcudia is a town with an ancient history that is made up of a historical centre located on a promontory and a more recent area (Port d’Alcúdia) located on the sea.
The city has always enjoyed a strategic position for trade, but after experiencing years of great splendour Pollentia was destroyed by the Vandals. Following the Vandal incursion, the few survivors decided to found a new but small village this time inland to be better protected from attack. With the arrival of the Arabs in Majorca , the city was completely rebuilt by the Moors, who gave it the name ‘Al Kudia’ meaning ‘on the hill’, precisely because the city was located on top of a hill. The current name Alcudia was later derived from this name.
The old town has managed to retain its medieval Moorish imprint and within the walls there is still an intricate network of cobbled lanes lined with shops, craft workshops and restaurants serving local cuisine. But Alcudia is not only history. The town also boasts no less than 9 km of beaches and the presence of the Albuferia Nature Reserve. Its port, which has always been an important centre for trade, is now one of the most important for connections with Barcelona, Menorca and Valencia.
The coastline of Alcudia consists of two main beaches, Playa Alcudia and Playa de Muro, and other small bays. Playa d'Alcudia1 is a white sandy beach almost 4 km long bathed by a turquoise sea with a very gently sloping seabed. Due to its characteristics, Playa d’Alcudia has been awarded the Blue Flag title.
The beach is equipped with sunbeds, parasols and all the necessary services. The presence of bars, restaurants, shops and centres for sports activities complete the offer of this beautiful beach. Due to its characteristics, Playa d’Alcudia emerges as a perfect beach for families with children or for those who enjoy tranquillity and comfort.
The second part of the coastline running from the bay of Alcúdia southwards is known as Playa De Muro2. This beach is well served, quiet and ideal for those seeking relaxation in the sun without sacrificing amenities. On the other hand, if you are looking for small beaches or uncrowded bays, you can go to Playa Sant Pere or Alcanada.
Snorkelling enthusiasts, on the other hand, are advised to go to S'illot3, a beach located on the Cape of La Victoria about 5 km from the centre of Alcudia. The seabed is home to plenty of fish, while the beach is covered with gravel and round pebbles.
The historical centre of Alcudia is still enclosed within the walls built by James II to defend the town against pirate raids. Access to the town of Alcudia is through two main gates: Porta del Moll4 and Porta de Xara5. Don’t miss a tour of the medieval walls – Camí de Ronda6 – which offer a beautiful panorama of the entire city.
A second outer wall was erected in the 16th century, of which, however, only the bastion of San Ferrante remains. Another stop to make is at the Church of San Giacomo – Sant Jaume d'Alcúdia7
– which was completely rebuilt in neo-Gothic style in the early 19th century. Inside is the Cappella del Santo Cristo (Chapel of the Holy Christ), which houses the image of Sant Crist that is said to be linked to a miraculous episode.
Not far from the historical centre is Pollentia archeological site8, the city that was founded in 70 B.C. by the ancient Romans. Here you can admire the remains of the Roman forum, theatre and several domus.
Finally, you cannot visit Alcudia without stopping at Parc Natural de s'Albufera de Mallorca9, an area formed by natural and artificial lagoons and canals. It is home to hundreds of species of flora and fauna, such as various aquatic birds (ducks, herons, cormorants) and birds of prey. The characteristics and climate of this area also make it a paradise for some endemic species such as the Balearic lizard.
In the following map you can see the location of the main places of interest mentioned in this article.
Alcudia is also the starting point of boat tours and dolphin watching cruises around the coasts of Majorca: choose the tour that suits you best from the ones below, selected from the most reviewed and rated.
Alcudia is a town that boasts a wide choice of accommodation at different price ranges and deciding where to stay in Alcudia is crucial to the type of holiday you want to take.
If you opt for a more cultural and tranquil stay then you can take an option in the Old Town area that rises above the hill. If, on the other hand, you are looking for beaches, relaxation and fun, then you can look at the facilities in Port d’Alcúdia along the coast.
This area offers a wide range of accommodation: from flats to hotels, from all-inclusive resorts to hostels. The most popular establishments are those facing the sea and providing easy access to the beach, but even the more inland facilities are no more than 10 minutes away from the coast.
We offer a selection of hotels at Alcudia to suit all categories of travellers. The most booked by tourists are the sea-facing hotels, often right on the beach. If you want to play it safe, choose one of the following: they are among the most booked hotels in Alcudia, sorted by number of reviews.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Alcudia. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Alcudia are in high demand.
Alcudia can be easily reached by car from the main towns on the island thanks to the Ma-13 motorway, which connects Palma to Alcudia from the north. The city is approximately 50 km from the capital Palma de Mallorca.
Alternatively, it is possible to travel by bus to the city thanks to the A32 line of the TIB company, which runs from Palma Airport to Can Picafort via Alcudia.
From the centre of Palma, on the other hand, you can take the EMT line 302 that connects the city’s Intermodal Station with Alcudia in about an hour.
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Alcudia is a small town located along the north-east coast of the island of Majorca. The town is 25 km from Cap Formentor, 50 km from Palma de Mallorca and 66 km from S'Arenal.
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