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Alcalá de Henares guided walking tour with a local guide

With a local guide, you'll explore Alcalá de Henares, a city shaped by more than 2,000 years of history. The walk introduces you to the world's first planned University City, conceived by Cardinal Cisneros, the legacy of the so‑called City of Three Cultures and the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes.

The tour begins at Plaza de las Bernardas, a quieter part of the historic centre. From here, you'll make your way through the old town, uncovering stories, lesser‑known details and curious facts along the route. The experience is designed to be engaging and relaxed, with a short game at the end to round off the visit.

Along the way, you'll see key landmarks such as the Archbishop's Palace, Casa de la Entrevista, the Magisterial Cathedral, Calle Mayor, Cervantes' Birthplace Museum, the Antezana Hospital, Cervantes Square, the Corral de Comedias, the Oidor Chapel and the University of Alcalá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Interior visits depend on the monuments' opening hours. Entry to Cervantes' Birthplace Museum is included on the 10:00 tour. Visits to the Oidor Chapel are included on the 12:00 and 17:00 tours. On the 19:00 tour, due to closing times, the itinerary is covered entirely from the exterior.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Madrid
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
e-Voucher
Kids go free
Group tour

Why you’ll love this…

  • There's insight into the first planned University City and the legacy of the City of Three Cultures
  • It's a relaxed walk that includes stories, lesser-known details and a short game to round off the visit
  • You can see landmarks like the University of Alcalá, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the route

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • The minimum number of participants is 2, and the maximum is 20
  • Depending on the selected time, the tour includes access to different monuments: the 10:00 tour includes access to the Cervantes Birthplace Museum; the 12:00 and 17:00 tours include access to the Chapel of the Oidor; the 19:00 tour is an exterior tour only. Due to monument closing times, the visit focuses on the main squares and streets, where you’ll explore the city’s heritage

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.


What’s included

  • Guided tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Plaza de las Bernardas, 28802 Alcala de Henares, Madrid, Spain

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at the obelisk in Plaza de las Bernardas. Your guide will be wearing a badge with the name "Descubre con David".

Provider

Descubre con David