Landmark
Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso
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Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso, the flagship building of the University of Alcalá, is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its two-tiered courtyard, with elegant arches and intricate stonework, exemplifies the Spanish Renaissance style. The building also houses the Paraninfo, where the Cervantes Prize is presented, and the chapel with its ornate altarpiece. Visitors can explore the tranquil cloisters and imagine the scholarly life of past centuries.
Don't miss
- Walk through the Patio de los Filósofos, a serene Renaissance courtyard with arcades
- See the Paraninfo, the ceremonial hall decorated with a stunning coffered ceiling
- Visit the chapel, featuring a Plateresque altarpiece and historic choir stalls
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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