The beautiful Alcudia Beach is located on the northern coast of Majorca (Mallorca), Spain.This golden sandy beach is famous for its calm turquoise waves and lively atmosphere. For those who like to relax, learn Greek history, or go on vacation with their family, Alcudia Beach has the right amount of culture, fun, and rest.
🌴 The History of Alcudia Beach
Alcudia has roots that go back more than 2,000 years. The area was a major cultural and military hub when it was a Roman town called Pollentia. People can now see the remains of this old city as well as the city walls that were made in the 1400s. In the middle of the 20th century, it started to grow into a resort area, and it is now one of the best beaches for families on Majorca.
⛱️ How long is the beach?
Alcudia Beach goes from the Port d'Alcudia to Playa de Muro and is about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) long. The beach is great for kids and swimmers because it has soft sand, shallow water, and a gradual bottom.
☀️ Climate
Time of year: May to October is the best time to go because the weather is mild, between 23°C and 31°C (73°F and 88°F). Months of July and August are recorded as the hottest.
During the busy season, the sea is between 22°C and 27°C (72°F and 81°F), which is great for swimming, snorkeling, and other water sports.
In the summer, the UV index is usually between 7 and 10, so bring sunscreen with a high SPF and other safety gear.
👨👩👧👦 People and Languages
Many different cultures live together in Alcudia. Official languages are Spanish and Catalan, but many people speak English and German because they are so popular with tourists from Europe.
🏄♂️ Water Sports and activities
A lot of companies that offer water sports offer:
Jet skis.
Hang Gliding.
Flying a kite.
Surfing the waves.
Kayaking.
Getting wet.
Snorkeling.
🍽️ Food and Restaurant
From snacks on the street to meals on the beach at Food Stalls
There are street vendors serving churros, bocadillos, and fresh fruit juices along the beach promenade and in the market areas.
Some of the best places to eat near Alcudia Beach are:
Bodega d'es Port serves fish from Mallorca.
The food at Smith's Café Bar is British-style, and there are vegetarian choices.
The restaurant Miramar is right next to the water and serves snacks and fresh fish.
🎉 Entertainment and Nightlife
Even though Alcudia isn't as famous for clubs as Magaluf, it still has a lively scene with
The biggest nightclub in Alcudia is the Banana Club.
The Irish Tavern has Karaoke and a pub-like feel.
The Jolly Roger Bar is recommended for the whole family, plays live music and serves drinks that are good .
🌻 Festivals in Alcudia
Alcudia celebrades Sant Jaume Festival with party, with parades, music, fireworks, and traditional dancing in July.
Fira d'Alcudia, in October is an annual autumn fair highlighting Folklore shows, local food , and crafts, held in the old town.
During Easter Week (Semana Santa), both visitors and locals are drawn to processions and religious events.
Things to see and do close to Alcudia 🥺 Things to Do in and Around Alcudia: Old Town Alcudia has cobblestone streets, Roman ruins, and cute shops.
🚴 Going Around
Hidropark is a water park in Alcuda and great for visiting by the whole family.
S'Albufera Natural Park is a protected marsh where you can watch birds and ride your bike (6 km, 3.7 miles).
Trips for the day: Cap de Formentor has beautiful rocks and lighthouse views (20 km / 12.4 miles).
Pollensa is a nearby town (9.7 miles) that is known for its art and Sunday market.
🛵 Rentals in Alcudia
There are many places to rent cars, including near hotels, at the port, and online. It's good for day trips.
Scooters and mopeds, with helmets, are available. The are ideal for couples and singles traveling
Renting boats
Rental sailboats or speedboats with or without a guide are available at Port d'Alcudia.
Gear for Water Sports
A lot of businesses on the beach give out surfboards, paddleboards, and snorkel gear by the hour.
Rentals of watercraft
You can take jet skis, banana boats, or go on a tour with a guide to see dolphins.
🏨 Hotels
The Zafiro Palace Alcudia is a high-end hotel that offers all-inclusive packages.
If you prefer a peaceful hotel for adults only, they try Hotel Astoria Playa.
🏠 Rooms and apartments
Local Agency rental sites, Booking.com, Airbnb etcadvertise available apartments and vacation homes.
🛏️ Cheap Places to Stay
Around Alcudia town and the harbor, there are hostels and dorms for backpackers.
🏥 Hospitals, Clinics and drug stores
Hospital General de Muro is 8 km (5 miles) away and has all the services you could need.
Juaneda Medical Center has care 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and doctors who know English.
There are a number of private clinics, like Clinica Dental Alcudia, that give both emergency and regular dental care.
🛒 Groceries and necessities
For food and daily needs you can visit Eroski City, Lidl, and Spar which are close to the beach.
Pharmacies (with green cross signs) sell health goods, basic medicines, and sunscreen.
✈️ Getting there
The main airport for Majorca, Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is 37 miles (60 km) away and located south of Alcudia Beach. Can reach there within one hour by bus or car.
The closest city and capital is Inca, which is a business town famous for leather shops and is 27 km (16.8 miles) away.
😊 Thoughts for Now
More than just a sunny place to relax, Alcudia Beach is a great place for travelers of all kinds to learn about history, culture, and fun things to do. It is still one of the best places to go on vacation in the Balearic Islands because it has clear water, great food, and fun things for the whole family to do.