Roman Remains of Pollentia in Mallorca

The Roman remains of Pollentia in Mallorca are among the most important archaeological sites on the island and one of the few open to the public. Dating back to the 1st century BC, the site was the capital of Mallorca and the Balearic Islands during the Roman occupation.

The theatre, forum and residential areas are open to the public, as is the small museum dedicated to archaeological finds and local history. The site is popular with all types of travellers, including history buffs, families with children and outdoor enthusiasts. Plan a few hours to visit the ruins and explore the museum.

Roman Remains of Pollentia in Mallorca - one of the highlights of What to See and Do in Alcúdia (Read all about Majorca Island here)

What are the highlights of the Roman remains of Pollentia in Mallorca?

The Roman remains of Pollentia showcase a once-thriving city on the island. At its peak, the town spanned an area of 18 hectares and boasted a colony of moderate importance and size. Though a lot of the ruins have been looted, you can see numerous ruin sites, like the residential area of Sa Portella and the Bronze Head area.

Another highlight is the Two Treasures, the remains of a residential structure that’s located outside of the forum. Many of the most valuable archaeological finds were discovered at Two Treasures, such as civil and religious buildings and a temple dedicated to Roman gods.

What else is good to know about the Roman remains of Pollentia in Mallorca?

The Roman remains of Pollentia is one of the few archaeological sites of its type that allows visitors, so be sure to respect the site and its artefacts. Excavations continue today, so only a few areas are open to the public. Be sure to stop into the Museu Monografico de Pollentia, which showcases many of the artefacts found at the site.

The museum and ruin sites are open on weekends and weekdays, but it’s best to check hours and closures on the website before your visit. You can book tickets to visit online, by phone or onsite.

Locatie: Av. Prínceps d'Espanya, s/n, 07400 Alcúdia, Balearic Islands, Spain

Openingstijden: Tuesday–Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm (closed Mondays–Tuesdays)

Telefoonnummer: +34 971 89 71 02

Dit artikel bevat persoonlijke meningen van de Go Guides-redactie. Hotels.com compenseert auteurs voor hun artikels die op deze site verschijnen. Een dergelijke vergoeding kan reis- en andere kosten omvatten.