Tower of Álvar Fáñez, Guadalajara

Name: Tower of Álvar Fáñez
Address: Calle Alvarfáñez de Minaya, 35, Guadalajara, 19001, Spain
Telephone: +34 949 88 70 99

#16 among attractions in Guadalajara

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The Tower of Álvar Fáñez is a tower located in Guadalajara, Spain. The medieval structure, formerly part of the city's defences, is named after Álvar Fáñez, "Conqueror of Guadalajara for Christianity". ()

Local name: Torreón de Álvar Fáñez Coordinates: 40°38'11"N, 3°10'8"W

Address

Calle Alvarfáñez de Minaya, 35Guadalajara 19001 Spain

Contact

+34 949 88 70 99

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Tower of Álvar Fáñez – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio del Infantado, Panteón de la Duquesa de Sevillano, Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Fuente la Mayor, Church of San Ginés.

~110 ftS
Forts and castles, Museum, History museum
Palacio del Infantado, Guadalajara
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guadalajara, Spain, the Palacio del Infantado is an architectural gem that beckons history enthusiasts and art lovers alike. This historical landmark is a testament to the grandeur of Spanish Renaissance architecture, with a touch of Gothic...
0.9 miSE
Museum
Panteón de la Duquesa de Sevillano, Guadalajara
23 min walk • The Pantheon of the Duchess of Sevillano is an instance of funerary architecture built in eclectic style in Guadalajara, Spain.
~1840 ftE
Church, Historical place
Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Fuente la Mayor, Guadalajara
9 min walk • The Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Fuente la Mayor is a co-cathedral located in Guadalajara, in Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It is in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sigüenza-Guadalajara. The building is in mudejar style. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1941.
0.5 miSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of San Ginés, Guadalajara
13 min walk • The Iglesia de San Ginés is a church located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931.
~410 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Museum of Guadalajara, Guadalajara
2 min walk • The Museum of Guadalajara is a State-owned museum in Guadalajara, Spain. Opened in 1838, it is the oldest provincial museum in the country. It features sections of Fine Arts, Archaeology and Ethnography. It is hosted at the Palacio del Infantado since 1973.
~1610 ftSE
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Church of San Nicolás, Guadalajara
8 min walk • The Church of San Nicolás is a church located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1981.
0.5 miSE
Monuments and statues
Monument to Romanones, Guadalajara
12 min walk • The Monument to Romanones is an instance of public art in Guadalajara, Spain. Designed by Miquel Blay, it consists of a bronze bust of Álvaro Figueroa Torres put on top of a pedestal, with other sculptural items around.
~520 ftSE
Church
Church of Santiago el Mayor, Guadalajara
3 min walk • The Church of Santiago el Mayor is a church located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1946.
~820 ftSE
Palace
Palace of Antonio de Mendoza, Guadalajara
4 min walk • The Palace of Antonio de Mendoza is a palace located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931.
~320 ftNW
Church
Church of los Remedios, Guadalajara
2 min walk • The Church of los Remedios is an old church located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1924. Now, it's the auditorium of the University of Alcalá in Guadalajara.
~40 ftSE
Church
Church of la Piedad, Guadalajara
1 min walk • The Church of la Piedad is a church located in Guadalajara, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Tower of Álvar Fáñez open?

Tower of Álvar Fáñez is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday 10:30 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 2 pm & 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 2 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Tower of Álvar Fáñez?

Nearby attractions include Church of la Piedad, Guadalajara (1 min walk), Palacio del Infantado, Guadalajara (1 min walk), Museo de Guadalajara, Guadalajara (1 min walk), Church of los Remedios, Guadalajara (2 min walk).

How to get to Tower of Álvar Fáñez by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tower of Álvar Fáñez:

Bus

Estación de Autobuses (6 min walk)
CENTRO COMERCIAL- Avda. Eduardo Guitián • Lines: 1, 2, Vcm 010 (24 min walk)

Train

Guadalajara (23 min walk)