Palace of Infantado

The Palace of Infantado is a Renaissance building in Guadalajara with a limestone facade carved with diamond-shaped relief patterns. The structure has a grand entrance portal and an upper gallery overlooking Plaza de España, and it now houses the Museum of Guadalajara.

Construction began in 1480 under Íñigo López de Mendoza y Luna, the second Duke of Infantado, with architect Juan Guas completing the main facade in 1483. The building later hosted significant royal events and stands as a testament to Spanish Renaissance architecture.

The Lions Courtyard mixes Gothic arches with Moorish decoration, showing how different building traditions coexisted in 15th-century Spain. Visitors today can see this blend of European and North African influences in the columns and carved details.

The palace is open to visitors Tuesday through Sunday and houses the Museum of Guadalajara with free admission during morning hours. Allow time to explore the different rooms and courtyard at a relaxed pace.

The palace hosted the wedding of King Philip II of Spain and Isabel de Valois in 1560, underscoring its place in Spanish royal history. This event solidified its role as a venue of lasting significance to the Spanish monarchy.

Location: Guadalajara

Inception: 1480

Founders: Íñigo López de Mendoza y Luna, 2nd Duke of the Infantado

Architects: Juan Guas

Architectural style: Renaissance

GPS coordinates: 40.63593,-3.16874

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08