Ruines Romanes de Pollentia — Attraction in Alcúdia

Ruines Romanes de Pollentia is intriguing if you have a passion for history, but don't set your expectations too high.

Personally, I have a deep appreciation for ancient history, particularly that dating back to the Roman era. However, the ruins in Alcudia are barely visible. The stone walls are only about 30 centimeters high, and there is little effort being made to preserve them. Everything is exposed, so over time, they will only deteriorate further.

Furthermore, there is minimal upkeep of the pathways, and there is a significant amount of litter beside them. With an entrance fee of 4 euros per person, one would expect a bit more attention to detail. But perhaps I am being overly critical.

That being said, visiting Ruines Romanes de Pollentia still offers a glimpse into the past and provides some insight into the history of the region. If you're interested in ancient civilizations, it's worth a visit, albeit with tempered expectations regarding the site's condition and...

Roman ruins historic site! No glitz. Instead a less touched feel to this ruin. Interesting and informative archeological signage in multiple languages, including English. Visitors can walk through many sections of site including sit and climb steps of the amplitheater. Keep in mind summer temperatures are hot. Walk to the amplitheater is some distance from the entrance. If elderly or longer walks are a challenge for you, this is a consideration. Most of the distance is a cement sidewalk, but there are sections of earthen path to traverse. There are three Roman house ruins at site entry as a consolidation. Active dig during summer months when college groups can work it. You won't see a glamorous reconstruction, but a more raw look of what the years of exploration uncovered. Information signs explain what the different sections of...

Token €4 charge to enter to jump back in time.

Well laid out and the QR codes work easily to give the information that's on the pedestals (useful on a busy day) as once you've scanned one you get taken to a website where all the info is.

There must be soooooo much more history yet to be dug up here.

If you're taking kids, keep an eye on them some areas aren't very well roped off (I think there's a lot of freedom to move around), some wells aren't capped/covered and are deep.

The necropolis is off the concrete path but you can walk right up to the excavation and around it, a bit of respect is required to not walk all over them.

Visited on a Scottish day (cloudy and slightly wet) so didn't need a hat or water but can echo what others have said if it is a hot day as there is minimal shade (small wooded area near to the...