University of Alcalá, Alcalá de Henares

Name: University of Alcalá
Address: Plaza San Diego s/n, Alcalá de Henares, 28801, Spain
Telephone: +34 918 85 40 00

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The University of Alcalá is a public university located in Alcalá de Henares, a city 35 km northeast of Madrid in Spain and also the third-largest city of the region. It was founded in 1293 as a Studium Generale for the public, and was refounded in 1977. The University of Alcalá is especially renowned in the Spanish-speaking world for its annual presentation of the highly prestigious Cervantes Prize. The university currently enrolls 28,336 students, 17,252 of whom are studying undergraduate degrees which are taught by a teaching staff of 2,608 professors, lecturers and researchers belonging to 24 departments. The administrative tasks is carried out by the Administration and Services, comprising approximately 800 people. ()

Local name: Universidad de Alcalá Established: 1499 (525 years ago)Coordinates: 40°28'57"N, 3°21'46"W

Address

Plaza San Diego s/nAlcalá de Henares 28801 Spain

Contact

+34 918 85 40 00

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Nearby attractions include: Archbishop's Palace of Alcalá de Henares, Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre de Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares Cathedral, Archaeological Museum.

~1980 ftW
Palace, Gothic architecture, Eclectic architecture
Archbishop's Palace of Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares
10 min walk • The Archbishop's Palace of Alcalá de Henares, situated in the historic city of Alcalá de Henares, Spain, is a monument steeped in history and architectural beauty. This grand edifice has served various roles throughout the centuries, from a bishop's residence to a...
0.5 miW
Museum, Modern art museum, Art museum
Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre de Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares
14 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Alcalá de Henares, Spain, the Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre (Open-Air Sculpture Museum) presents a unique cultural experience for art enthusiasts and casual tourists alike. This outdoor sculpture museum, featuring an array of modern...
~1860 ftSW
University and Historic Precinct
Alcalá de Henares Cathedral, Alcalá de Henares
9 min walk • The Cathedral of St Justus and St Pastor in Alcalá de Henares is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1904. The Carrillo archbishop, elevated the church to the rank of collegiate church.
~1740 ftW
Museum, History museum
Archaeological Museum, Alcalá de Henares
9 min walk • The Regional Archaeological Museum or Archaeological Museum of the Community of Madrid is an archaeological museum in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, dependent on the regional administration of the Community of Madrid.
~1960 ftN
Palace, Historical place
Palace of Laredo, Alcalá de Henares
10 min walk • The Palace Laredo is a palace located in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1975.
~530 ftW
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Baroque architecture
Corral de comedias de Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares
3 min walk • Corral de Comedias de Alcalá de Henares in Alcalá de Henares, Community of Madrid, Spain, is one of the oldest preserved theatres in Europe. Built in 1601-02 and designed to mirror the Corral de la Cruz in Madrid, the architect was Francisco Sánchez.
~1970 ftN
Baroque architecture, Park
Hermitage of San Isidro, Alcalá de Henares
10 min walk • The Hermitage of San Isidro is a hermitage located in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1995.
0.5 miW
Palace
Palacio Arzobispal, Alcalá de Henares
14 min walk • The Palacio Arzobispal is the residence of the Archbishop of Manila located in Intramuros, Manila, Philippines. The Episcopal Palace of the Archdiocese of Manila was established as one of the five episcopal palaces in the Philippines.
~1270 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes, Alcalá de Henares
7 min walk • The Cervantes Birthplace Museum is located in Alcalá de Henares, in a building that reconstructs the building where, according to the studies of the historian Luis Astrana Marín, the writer Miguel de Cervantes was born.
1 miNW
Church
San Juan de Ávila, Alcalá de Henares
27 min walk • The Church of Saint John of Ávila is a Roman Catholic parish church located in a modern neighbourhood of Alcalá de Henares, Spain. The current temple was built in brickwork by Uruguayan engineer-architect Eladio Dieste; the dimensions of walls and roofs are very slim, thanks to reinforced ceramics. It is dedicated to saint John of Ávila.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is University of Alcalá open?

University of Alcalá is open:

Monday 10 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to University of Alcalá?

Nearby attractions include Corral de comedias de Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares (3 min walk), Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes, Alcalá de Henares (7 min walk), Archaeological Museum, Alcalá de Henares (9 min walk), Alcalá de Henares Cathedral, Alcalá de Henares (9 min walk).

How to get to University of Alcalá by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Alcalá:

Bus

Colegios - San Pedro y San Pablo • Lines: 1A, 7 (2 min walk)
Colegios - Pza Rodríguez Marín • Lines: 7 (3 min walk)

Train

Alcalá de Henares (13 min walk)