Spain · City Tours

3-Hour Sightseeing Tour of Alcalá de Henares with Cervantes House

3 Hours Round trip from Plaza de la Independencia Easy pace

Explore the birthplace of Cervantes with a knowledgeable local guide

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See the house where Miguel de Cervantes was born
02 Visit Santos Niños Square and Cathedral
03 Admire Archbishop's Palace Square from the outside
04 Explore the Oidor Chapel and the University of Alcalá de Henares

Once the most important Roman settlement in the Iberian Peninsula, Alcalá de Henares is famed for its mesmerising cathedrals and as the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes. On this 3-hour historical and cultural tour, explore the city's main landmarks, including Santos Niños Square, the Oidor Chapel, and Cervantes' birthplace. It is an ideal introduction to one of Spain's most significant literary and historic cities.

Once the most important Roman settlement in the Iberian Peninsula, Alcalá de Henares is famed for its mesmerising cathedrals and as the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Alcalá de Henares

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Alcalá de Henares Historic Highlights

Begin your tour at the Puerta de Alcalá, also known as the Gate of Madrid. This gate belonged to the former city walls constructed by Phillip IV and is known by its current name because it leads to Alcalá, the birthplace of Cervantes.
Visit Santos Niños Square and the Cathedral.
Admire Archbishop's Palace Square from the outside.
In groups of 25, enter the Cervantes Birthplace House-Museum and learn about the legacy of the great writer.
Walk along Main Street and explore Cervantes Square.
Visit the beautiful Oidor Chapel.
See the High School of San Ildefonso and the Rector University of Alcalá de Henares before wrapping up the tour.