Overview
Marvel at the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Accompanied by a local guide, dive right into Spanish history. See the Hapsburg’s Palace, the Kings Mausoleum and the Basilica. Visit the Valley of the Fallen, an underground church topped with a 152-meter cross.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
Local guide
Bilingual Office guide
In-vehicle air conditioning
Radio-guide system
Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Next to Plaza Ramales
End point
Underground parking Plaza de Oriente, Level -2
Good to know
* This tour starts from Julià Travel Gray Line Spain office at Calle San Nicolás, 15 (corner Plaza Ramales)
* Print your voucher and give it to your guide when staring the tour. E-voucher accepted.
* Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour begins.
* Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour
* Julià Travel Gray Line Spain contact: 0034 91 559 9605 / incoming@julia.net
* Cancellation policy: a 100% cancellation penalty applies if cancelled 24 hours or less prior to travel date or in case of no-show
What to expect
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Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
2 hours 30 min
Check in at our office in central Madrid 15 minutes in advance of your tour. Leave the city aboard one of our comfortable air-conditioned coaches.
Enjoy a guided tour through the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural ensemble declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Built in the 16th century, it is a symbol of the power of the government at the time. Learn about the impressive Royal Mausoleum it contains and the story behind the 21 years it took to build the site. Of Renaissance style, you will marvel at the building symmetry. Listen to your guide explanations as you walk along the site visiting the Habsburg’s Palace, the Chapter House, the Basilica and the remarkable library. -
Valley of the Fallen
1 hour
Board your bus again at the end of the guided tour for a short drive to the Valley of the Fallen. The site is located 9km away from El Escorial, in Sierra de Guadarrama. You will be able to see it from far away thanks to the monumental cross built above the site. The monument is an underground church built into the mountain. The same is topped by the World’s Largest Cross, which can be seen from miles away.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid
Can I cancel Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen from Madrid for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Next to Plaza Ramales
What's included?
- Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica
- Local guide
- Bilingual Office guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Radio-guide system
- Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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