Universidad Pontificia de Comillas
Historic complex of the former Pontifical University of Comillas, one of the town’s most recognisable landmark silhouettes.
About this place
Why visit?
Its main appeal is architectural and scenic: it forms part of Comillas’s striking monumental skyline alongside Sobrellano and other 19th-century landmarks.
History and context
The complex began as the Seminario Pontificio de Comillas and in 1904 it was granted the status of a pontifical university. Today, Universidad Pontificia Comillas has its main base in Madrid, while the historic buildings in Comillas have had other institutional and cultural uses.
What to see
The sources consulted do not confirm a regular tourist visit to the interior of the complex.
Mistakes to avoid
Don’t confuse the historic complex in Comillas with the university’s present-day campuses in Madrid.
Location
Address
Comillas, Cantabria, Spain
How to get there
You can reach it on foot or by car from the centre of Comillas, in the upper part of town.
Recommended Duration
1-2 hours
Practical Information
Opening Hours
N/A
Tickets
Free admission
Tips
Don’t expect a standard university campus visit. It’s best to check locally, either on site or with the tourist office, whether there is access to any specific parts of the complex. As in much of Spain, opening arrangements can be more limited or variable than UK/US/AU travellers may expect, and tipping is not generally expected for this kind of visit.
Address
Comillas, Cantabria, Spain
Phone
+34 942 72 80 00Official website
https://www.comillas.edu/Price
low
Best time of day
Afternoon
Wheelchair accessible
✓ Wheelchair accessible
Kid friendly
✓ Kid friendly
Frequently asked questions
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