Alcalá la Real, Andalusia
Provincia de Jaén · Andalusia · Spain · 22,783 residents
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Alcalá la Real is a town in Provincia de Jaén, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 22,783 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Ciudad de La Mota and Alcalá la Real Municipal Museum. The nearest airport is Granada (GRX), about 29 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Ciudad de La Mota, Alcalá la Real Municipal Museum and Palacio Abacial.
- Easy to reach: Granada (GRX) is 21 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Alcalá la Real
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Tours & tickets in Alcalá la Real
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Alcalá la Real can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Alcalá la Real are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Alcalá la Real and the villages around it is a hire car from Granada (GRX), about 29 min away.
Best time to visit Alcalá la Real
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Granada (GRX)21 miles, about 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Málaga (AGP)63 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)108 miles, about 2 h 34 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 22 h 39 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Motril (56 miles), Málaga (58 miles), Almería (91 miles).
Alcalá la Real is good for
Around Alcalá la Real
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Alcalá la Real worth visiting?
Yes. Alcalá la Real is known for Ciudad de La Mota, Alcalá la Real Municipal Museum and Palacio Abacial. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Alcalá la Real from the UK?
Fly to Granada (GRX), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 29 min by road. Málaga (AGP) is an alternative, 63 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 22 h 39 min.
Is Alcalá la Real good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Alcalá la Real?
Granada (26 miles), Jaén (22 miles), Monachil (31 miles) and Güéjar-Sierra (34 miles) are all within an hour or so.