Scavenger hunts in Alcalá de Henares
Alcalá de Henares is the hometown of Miguel de Cervantes and one of Europe's most prestigious university towns. During the myCityHunt Scavenger Hunts in Alcalá de Henares, you can uncover the historic university, Cervantes' birthplace, and many other fascinating landmarks. The city is a delightful blend of history, culture, and puzzle-solving that will take you on an exciting journey through time.
Landmarks on the Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares
On the myCityHunt Scavenger Hunts in Alcalá de Henares, you'll be guided to some of the city's most iconic landmarks. You'll visit the historic Universidad de Alcalá, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll tackle some tricky puzzles. Another highlight is the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, the famous author of "Don Quixote." You'll also explore the impressive Cathedral of Saints Justo and Pastor at Plaza de los Santos Niños. The Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares offers a playful way to discover these and many other attractions.
History and Culture on the Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares
A Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares is not just a game but an educational journey through the city's rich history and culture. Originally known as Complutum, Alcalá de Henares was founded by the Romans and has a storied past. You'll learn how the city was reclaimed by the Archbishop of Toledo in the 11th century and became a significant Jewish center in the 15th century. Did you know that the University of Alcalá was founded in 1499 and is one of Europe's oldest universities? The city also offers culinary delights: don't miss the typical tapas and the delicious pastries called "Rosquillas de Alcalá."
Exploring the Surroundings After the Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares
If you're eager to discover more of the region after your Scavenger Hunt in Alcalá de Henares, there are plenty of options. A visit to the Palacio Arzobispal, where kings once resided, is highly recommended. Or you can stroll down Calle Mayor, Spain's longest arcaded street, and soak in the city's atmosphere. For nature lovers, a walk through Parque O’Donnell offers a relaxing break after the thrilling Scavenger Hunt. Whether you're into history, culture, or nature, Alcalá de Henares has something for everyone.
Based on long-standing experience, we know the special requirements that arise when planning a team event in Alcalá de Henares. With the myCityHunt Teamevent in Alcalá de Henares we have therefore developed a package especially for corporate clients. This extends our well-proven tours with a number of advantages that make our scavenger hunts the perfect teambuilding event in Alcalá de Henares.
- Support by myCityHunt guides via chat
- Shared image gallery and highscore
- Participation certificates with team photo & team name (as PDF)
- Interconnection through team chat
- Free rebooking (up to 7 days before the event)
- Payment by credit card or PayPal
- VAT invoice
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Frequently Asked Questions
With myCityHunt, Alcalá de Henares becomes your playing field! All you need is a ticket code, and an internet-enabled mobile phone.
On the desired date, you will gather your team in the city center of Alcalá de Henares. Then the scavenger hunt starts: Your mobile phone guides you and your team to numerous places worth seeing in Alcalá de Henares. Once there, you answer tricky questions and solve riddles. You gain points by correctly solving these tasks.
But that's not all: All registered players will receive special tasks during the rally, such as photo assignments or quiz questions. The scavenger hunt will reward you with many great memories, which you can view in a picture gallery afterwards.
Along the tour, you can take a break for ice cream or drinks at any time! After about 3 hours, the high score list will provide information about your overall ranking.
More information about the course of our scavenger hunt in Alcalá de Henares can be found here: https://www.mycityhunt.ie/how-it-works.
The price for a myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Alcalá de Henares is € 12.99 per person. In contrast to the price models of other providers, myCityHunt is charged per person. For example, the total price for two people is only € 25.98, for five persons € 64.95 and so on.
Tickets can be booked online in the ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.ie/tickets.
The myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Alcalá de Henares can be played at any time! If you have a ticket, you can play on a day of your choice at any time within the validity of 6 months. Tickets for myCityHunt scavenger hunts in Alcalá de Henares can be booked in the online ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.ie/tickets.
