The Ayuntamiento is San Cristóbal de La Laguna’s historic town hall, at C. Obispo Rey Redondo, 1, near Plaza del Adelantado. Its story reaches back to 1511, and the neoclassical facade dates to 1822. Nearby, Casa del Corregidor has an original red volcanic-stone entrance gate and was used as a jail; Casa de la Alhóndiga, built in 1705 as a grain exchange, later served as a school, hospital, courtroom and barracks. This stop suits a walk focused on La Laguna’s historic buildings.
The town hall and its historic neighbors
The Ayuntamiento dates to 1511. Its neoclassical facade was added in 1822, and the building has been renewed several times since its beginnings in the 16th century.
Nearby, Casa del Corregidor dates to 1540. Its original entrance gate is made of red volcanic stone, and the building was used as a jail. Casa de la Alhóndiga was built in 1705 as a grain exchange. It later served as a school, hospital, courtroom and barracks.
FAQ
Where is the Ayuntamiento in La Laguna?
It is at C. Obispo Rey Redondo, 1, near Plaza del Adelantado in San Cristóbal de La Laguna.
How old is the Ayuntamiento?
The building dates to 1511. Its neoclassical facade was added in 1822.
What historic buildings are near the Ayuntamiento?
Casa del Corregidor, dating to 1540, and Casa de la Alhóndiga, built in 1705, are nearby.
