
Alcudia Beach
Two kilometres of white sand, turquoise water, zero fuss





About
Platja d'Alcudia stretches a full 2km along the northern coast of Mallorca, its white sand meeting turquoise water in a long, gently curving arc. The beach sits within the Balearic Islands, backed by a lively port promenade and a full spread of family facilities that make it one of the island's most practical seaside destinations. Swimming is safe along most of the shore, and easy access from both Alcúdia town and Palma airport means you can be on the sand within the hour. It's busy by nature — this is no secret cove — but the sheer length of the beach means space is easier to find than you'd expect.
How to get there
By car from Alcúdia town it's a five-minute drive, and a large free car park sits at the main entrance — a genuine bonus on a Mallorcan summer day. Paid public parking lots are also available in the streets behind the beach and near the Port of Alcúdia. If you're flying in, hourly buses run from Palma Mallorca Airport (PMI) and reach the beach in around 55 minutes; local buses from Alcúdia town take just five minutes. The beach is open 24 hours and there is no entry fee.
Who it's for
For couples
The port promenade makes for an easy evening walk after a day on the sand, and the proximity of Alcúdia Old Town means a candlelit dinner in a medieval setting is only 3km away — a natural end to a beach day.
For families
Hidropark Alcúdia is 2km from the shore, the beach itself has dedicated family facilities throughout, and the safe swimming conditions along most of the 2km stretch mean younger kids can wade freely while parents keep a relaxed eye on things.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Platja d'Alcudia earns its reputation honestly — 2km of white sand, turquoise water, safe swimming, and infrastructure that actually works. It's not a quiet escape; it's a well-run, family-oriented beach that does what it promises at scale. The safety picture is broadly good, but rip currents near groynes and headlands are a genuine hazard — read the flags, stay in the lifeguarded zones, and don't let the calm appearance of the water make you complacent. Come in June or early September if you want the same beach with noticeably fewer people. The surrounding area — S'Albufera, the Old Town, Hidropark — means you're never short of a reason to peel yourself off the sand. Skip August unless you genuinely don't mind sharing.
What to do
Hidropark Alcúdia sits just 2km away and packs in waterslides, inflatable castles and trampolines — a straightforward half-day for families. Alcúdia Old Town, 3km inland, rewards a late-afternoon wander through its medieval walls, Roman ruins and narrow streets once the heat softens. For something quieter, S'Albufera Natural Park begins just 3.1km south — a protected wetland with cycling trails and serious birdwatching that feels a world away from the beach promenade.
The long white-sand shoreline shot from the water's edge at sunrise gives you the full 2km perspective with turquoise water in the foreground and the port in the distance.
The Port of Alcúdia promenade offers a different angle — boats, architecture and that same turquoise water in one frame. For a wider landscape, the nearby Mirador Penya del Migdia, rated 4.9 out of 5 and 8.4km away, puts the whole bay in context.
Where to eat
Savage Beach Club Restaurante and Pipper's restaurant are the closest options, both right in the beach zone for a quick bite between swims. A short drive or bus ride opens up stronger choices: Ca'n Punyetes and Can Matevet Restaurant, both around 2.6km away, are well-regarded by locals and visitors alike. For a more considered meal, Figueret Restaurant — rated 4.8 out of 5 across over 4,500 reviews — is worth the 3km trip.
Where to stay
Alua Boccaccio sits just 0.9km from the sand and rates 4.5 out of 5 across more than 4,300 reviews, making it one of the most convenient bases on the strip. Iberostar Waves Ciudad Blanca and Seaclub Alcudia are both within 1.2km and carry strong reputations for family stays. If you prefer a self-catering setup, Alcudia Garden Aparthotel — rated 4.6 out of 5 by over 7,600 guests — is 2.4km away and consistently well-reviewed.
Photography
The best light hits the white sand and turquoise water in the early morning, when the beach is at its quietest and the colours are at their cleanest — shoot from the waterline looking back toward the port promenade for depth. The port end of the beach also frames well at golden hour, with the marina structures adding contrast to the soft water tones.
Good to know
Always check the flag system before entering the water — occasional stronger winds and waves can change conditions quickly, and rip currents are a real risk near groynes and headlands. Do NOT swim near groynes or headlands when currents are running; move to the open, lifeguarded sections of the beach instead. June through September is the sweet spot for weather, but August brings peak visitor numbers — if you want more breathing room on the sand, aim for June or early September. Accessible facilities are available throughout the beach, making it one of the more inclusive options on the island.
Map
Nearby places
Savage Beach Club Restaurante
Pipper's restaurant
Figueret Restaurant
Restaurant Celler Ca'n Costa Alcúdia
Ca'n Punyetes
Grupotel Gran Vista & Spa
Can Matevet Restaurant
Alcudia Garden Aparthotel
Club Mac
Alua Boccaccio
Iberostar Waves Ciudad Blanca
Seaclub Alcudia
Things to see around Alcúdia
Hidropark Alcúdia
Water park; waterslides; inflatable castles; trampolines.
Alcúdia Old Town
Medieval walled town; Roman ruins; narrow streets; restaurants.
S'Albufera Natural Park
Protected wetland; birdwatching; cycling trails.
Frequently asked
The information on this page is provided for guidance only and may evolve. Access conditions, safety and infrastructure can change without notice. Always check official sources before traveling.
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Photo credits
Sources and licenses for the photos shown above.
- Photo 1 — Bengt Nyman · source · CC BY 3.0
- Photo 2 — E v Schoonhoven · source · CC BY 3.0
- Photo 3 — Liilia Moroz · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo 4 — Marc Ryckaert · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo 5 — Mirkaah · source · CC BY-SA 3.0










