Major city · Spain
Alcúdia
Stay 2 nights: one for the walled old town and Roman Pollentia, one for the beach and s'Albufera. Base in Port d'Alcúdia if you want the sand at the door.
Alcúdia splits in two: a walled medieval town 2 km inland and a 14 km hotel-and-beach strip running north to Can Picafort. The old town is small and walkable in half a day; the beach, the wetland reserve and the Alcanada headland fill the rest. It is a family and slow-travel resort, not a clubbing town, and much of it shuts between November and March.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat and crowds), Nov–Mar (many hotels and restaurants closed)
- Airport
- PMI
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Alcúdia112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Alcúdia, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyAlcúdia is a low-crime resort and the old town is calm at night.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers112 All services (police, fire, ambulance) · 091 National police · 062 Guardia Civil (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPMI Palma de Mallorca (Son Sant Joan) (55 km (34 mi) southwest via the Ma-13; about 45–60 min by car or taxi, longer by bus).PMI Palma de Mallorca (Son Sant Joan) (34 mi (55 km) southwest via the Ma-13; about 45–60 min by car or taxi, longer by bus).
- Getting aroundThe old town is pedestrianised and small enough to walk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- Beercaña at a bar / can at a supermarket€2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5)€0.80–1.50 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi3.1 mi (5 km) taxicheck; taxis here mostly do airport transfers€10–15 (≈ US$12–18)
- Metro or bus rideTIB bus, single local ride€1.50–3 (≈ US$2–4) (check)
- Museum or sight ticketRoman Pollentia entryAdult €4 (≈ US$5), child or concession €2.50 (≈ US$3)
- Budget bedHostel bed, a night, per person€30 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per room€130 (≈ US$160)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per room€280 (≈ US$350)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €60 (≈ US$70) · Mid €110 (≈ US$130) · High €200 (≈ US$250)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PMI Palma de Mallorca (Son Sant Joan) (55 km (34 mi) southwest via the Ma-13; about 45–60 min by car or taxi, longer by bus)PMI Palma de Mallorca (Son Sant Joan) (34 mi (55 km) southwest via the Ma-13; about 45–60 min by car or taxi, longer by bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Mar
Avoid
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Nov (8 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Alcúdia: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Feb
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Dec
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The old town is pedestrianised and small enough to walk. Bus 323 shuttles between the town, the port and Alcanada about every 50 min. TIB buses 302, 315, 322, 324 and 325 link the town, port, beach, Can Picafort, Pollença and Palma. Car or bike hire is the practical way to reach s'Albufera, the Alcanada headland and the coves; taxis here mostly run airport transfers rather than short hops.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pollença
goDoor to door: About 30–40 min
TIB bus 322, about 25 min, or 15 min by car
Old centre and Sunday market; pair it with the Mirador de ses Barques if you have a car.
Can Picafort
goDoor to door: About 20–30 min
TIB bus 324, about 15 min along the beach road
The far end of the same 14 km (8.7 mi) beach; a flat walk or cycle if the heat allows.The far end of the same 8.7 mi (14 km) beach; a flat walk or cycle if the heat allows.
Palma de Mallorca
goDoor to door: About 1 h 15 min
TIB bus 302 from the town, about 1 h via Inca and Sa Pobla
A full day: cathedral, old town and the train to Sóller.
Menorca (Ciutadella)
cautionDoor to door: About 2 h each way with boarding
Menorca Lines ferry from Port de Alcúdia, 75 min, morning out and evening back
A long day; better as an overnight if you want to see more than the harbour.
Sóller
overnightDoor to door: About 2 h 15 min
Bus 231 via Lluc and Pollença, March–October, about 2 h
Too long for a comfortable return day; sleep over and take the tram to the port.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Old town (Alcúdia town)
Walls, Porta del Moll, market and most restaurants within a 10-min walk; few hotels, so book early.
Port d'Alcúdia
Marina, ferry terminal, bars and the north end of the beach; best mix of dining and access.
Platja d'Alcúdia / Playa de Muro
Hotel strip along the sand; quieter and greener as you go north toward s'Albufera.
Alcanada
Headland east of the port with the golf course and lighthouse; car or bus 323, no beach strip.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €60–95 (≈ US$70–120) excl. bed
- Mid
- €95–160 (≈ US$120–190) excl. bed
- High
- €160 (≈ US$190)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 2 nights × €130 | €260 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × €110 | €440 |
| TIB bus 302, Palma airport area to Alcúdia, one way2 × €12 · check | €24 |
| Car hire, one day, small car1 × €45 · check; fuel extra | €45 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × €15 | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €80 |
| Trip total≈ €220 per person per day, bed included | €879≈ US$1,100 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Menu del día at lunch | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Beer: caña at a bar / can at a supermarket | €2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5) / €0.80–1.50 (≈ US$1–2) |
| 5 km taxicheck; taxis here mostly do airport transfers | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
| TIB bus, single local ride | €1.50–3 (≈ US$2–4) (check) |
| Roman Pollentia entry | Adult €4 (≈ US$5), child or concession €2.50 (≈ US$3) |
| Museu sa Bassa Blanca entry | Adult €7 (≈ US$9), child or concession €5 (≈ US$6) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Many hotels and restaurants close from November to March; check before booking a winter trip.
- Bus 302 from Palma cannot be used for short local hops along the beach strip.
- The causeway to the Gran Irland islet floods at high tide and the islet is often littered; wear old shoes or skip it.
- Summer heat and midday sun on the beach are the main health risk; shade and water matter more than anything else.
- The old town is quiet at night: no free-standing pubs in the centre, nightlife is at the port.
Emergency numbers
- All services (police, fire, ambulance)
- 112
- National police
- 091
- Guardia Civil
- 062
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- All services112
- National police091
- Guardia Civil062
Embassy
No embassies in Alcúdia; the US, UK, Canadian, Australian, Irish and New Zealand embassies are in Madrid, with consulates in Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca for some countries (check).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- TIB bus 302, Palma to Alcúdia town: about €12 (≈ US$14), about 1 h (check)
- Taxi PMI airport → Port d'Alcúdia: €70–90 (≈ US$85–110), about 50 min (check)
- Menorca Lines ferry, Port de Alcúdia → Ciutadella: 75 min, morning departure (check)
Say or show
- Hola — Hello (OH-lah)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- La cuenta, por favor — The bill, please (lah KWEN-tah por fah-VOR)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAN-toh KWES-tah)
- ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? — Can I pay by card? (PWEH-doh pah-GAR kon tar-HEH-tah)
- ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach? (DON-deh es-TAH lah PLAH-yah)
112 works from any phone, including mobiles with no local SIM.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Alcúdia. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat and crowds), Nov–Mar (many hotels and restaurants closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 5 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for PMI: last TIB departures to Alcúdia field-checked, taxi fallback, overnight rung.
- Four walking clusters with rescue anchors: old town walls and Porta del Moll, Roman Pollentia and the cemetery, the port and marina, the beach strip and s'Albufera.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Pollentia, Museu sa Bassa Blanca, s'Albufera, Camí de Ronda) and eat pages with last orders and seasonal closures.
- Seasonal-closure fixtures so winter arrivals get a clear go / skip signal before booking.
Sources
- officialAjuntament d'Alcúdia (official town site)
- officialTIB — Mallorca public transport timetables and lines
- officialBalearia — ferries to Port de Alcúdia
- officialMenorca Lines — Alcúdia to Ciutadella
- officialParc Natural de s'Albufera (Balears Natura)
- officialMuseu sa Bassa Blanca
- secondaryWikivoyage: Alcúdia, revision 5327471 (CC BY-SA 4.0)