Visit the Royal Monastery of El Escorial

Visit the Royal Monastery of El Escorial

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Duration
5 hours

Languages

English
Spanish

Starting time
8:30 AM

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Description

Escape from Madrid and into the surrounding countryside to discover a 16th-century symbol of Spanish power: El Escorial.

Explore this vast complex where you will visit a variety of areas, including :

  • Palacio de los Austrias (Palace of the Austrians)
  • The Pantheon of the Kings and Infants (currently this monument is not included in the visit)
  • The Chapter Halls
  • The Architectural Room
  • The Weapons Room
  • The Library
  • The Basilica
  • and more!

You will then set off in the direction of the Valley of the Fallen, a monument erected in memory of the Spanish people who perished during the Civil War housing an immense Basilica and nestled beneath a 1,350-metre-high mountain.

Get right to the heart of the site and admire the Basilica's cross which towers 150 metres above the gorgeous landscapes or the area.

Enjoy a fantastic visit that allows you to discover historic monuments and admire the magnificent scenery!

Departure place

Good to know

  • Availability: Tuesday to Sunday (excluding exceptional dates)
  • Departure point: near to Plaza Ramales
  • The bus journey between Madrid and El Escorial takes around 50 minutes
  • Children aged under 15 years must be accompanied by an adult
  • National Heritage reserves itself the right to modify the access to its monuments.

Price includes

  • Transport between the centre of Madrid, El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen
  • Entry to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
  • Entry to the Valley of the Fallen and the basilica

Price doesn’t include

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • Entry into other monuments
  • Any personal purchases
  • All food and drink not included in the package
  • Tips (optional)
  • All other extras

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