{"id":4644,"date":"2020-05-22T00:55:47","date_gmt":"2020-05-21T22:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nofrills-excursions.com\/blog\/?p=4644"},"modified":"2025-09-28T09:53:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28T07:53:34","slug":"things-to-do-in-alcudia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nofrills-excursions.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-alcudia\/","title":{"rendered":"14 top things to do in Alcudia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alcudia is the most important and popular tourist place<\/strong> in the north of Mallorca. It is recommended for people in all ages<\/strong>, families with children, friends escapades or solo travellers. There is also plenty of things to see and do<\/strong> during your holidays. To make your choice easier<\/strong> our local experts<\/strong> prepared the list of 14 top things to do in Alcudia. We hope it will help you organize your perfect time here.<\/p>\n

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1. Stroll in Alcudia Old Town<\/h2>\n

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Visit in old town is of course our number 1 on the list of things to do in Alcudia.  We recommend to stroll around the charming streets, town hall, St. Jaume church or Constitution Square with many great cafes and restaurants.  Great way for sightseeing is also a walk on the old medieval walls, from where the views are simply amazing. The town hall provides an app with audioguide, which you can download on your phone to experience it to the fullest.<\/p>\n

2. Alcudia Roman ruins<\/h2>\n

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Alcudia occupies very important place on the historic map of the Balearic Islands and Mediterranean region. One of the main ground is Ciudad Romana and its museum full of ancient artefacts. Actually today there are only the remains of Roman city of Pollentia, which was the first town founded by Romans in Mallorca. Ciudad Romana – Pollentia<\/a> –  is the most important archeological spot of the islands and very unique place to see. If you would like to read more about history of Mallorca, we recommend our experts article:<\/p>\n

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History of Mallorca<\/a><\/h4>\n

Mallorca has very eventful history, since prehistoric times through Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, Medieval Kings conquests\u2026 Have a look on the moments with high historical significance, which have brought the island to its present cultural shape…<\/p>\n

3. Visit Alcudia Market<\/h2>\n

As in many other towns and villages in Mallorca<\/a> also in Alcudia local market takes place. You can enjoy it every Tuesday and Sunday from the early morning ( approx. 8 o\u00b4clock) till early afternoon (approx. 13 o\u00b4clock). There is many local products to find, souvenirs, clothes, shoes and many more. The most important… you can not miss the opportunity to try fresh fruits and vegetables, which are so delicious! To plan your best experience of Alcudia market, we recommend to check our visiting guide below:<\/p>\n

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Alcudia Market Visiting Guide<\/a><\/h4>\n

Alcudia Market is one of the top recommendations for activities and things to do in Alcudia. In our experts article we will help you to find all useful info to make the most of your visit…<\/p>\n

If the market was not enough as shopping experience, you can stroll around the charming streets of the old town in Alcudia and find many little shops and boutiques.<\/p>\n

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4. New excursion<\/h2>\n

In season 2020 few new excursions and activities are coming to our offer. One of them is \u00a8Alcudia with picnic and local guide<\/a>\u00a8<\/b>! This is the best opportunity to enjoy shopping on the market, sightseeing in Alcudia and fresh air on the coast. Little picnic of delicious local products and amazing views of Cap Formentor are included. This is also a good option for those who are looking for peaceful place for sunbathing, because on the way back few small beaches are next to the route.<\/p>\n

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5. Enjoy a secluded beach: Coll Baix<\/h2>\n

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Coll Baix beach is one of the most beautiful places around. You can choose to reach it by foot, but is not an easy walk – very rocky on the end. Anyway we recommend it as a nice hike and great place for a picnic with friends and family. You can also reach it by boat, which makes incredible day on the sea experience. The place is popular, but for sure not so crowded as main touristic beaches around. If you are staying for a longer period of time, you can find useful our experts recommendations of XX best beaches near Alcudia:<\/p>\n

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Best beaches near Alcudia<\/a><\/h4>\n

Our experts have prepared this article for you to help you choose the best beach near Alcudia and in the north area of the island of Mallorca. Choose your top sunbathing spot right now…<\/p>\n

6. Birdwatching in Albufera<\/h2>\n

S’Albufera Nature Park is the largest (approx. 1700 hectars) and very unique wetland of Mallorca and Balearics. Grounded in 1988 and very popular to visit since the beginning. It is a perfect place for a pleasant walk or a bike ride. Park is very peaceful and calming area. You can spot a lot of species of plants and animals. It is also the best place for a birdwatching in Mallorca. We recommend this activity a lot, also if you are a beginner.<\/p>\n