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Half Day Tour to San Lorenzo de El Escorial Monastery from Madrid

By TrevoTour Travels
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,932 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Step into Spain’s golden age with Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial Half-day Tour, a journey that blends history, culture, and breathtaking architecture. Just outside Madrid, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was once the political and spiritual heart of the Spanish Empire. As you explore its grand courtyards, ornate basilica, royal palace, and the Pantheon of Kings, you’ll uncover centuries of fascinating stories about Spain’s monarchs and their legacy. Admire Renaissance design, priceless artworks, and the remarkable library that showcases the intellectual richness of the era. Perfect for history lovers and culture seekers, this half-day tour is ideal for those wanting a deep and memorable experience without taking up the whole day. Book now and let yourself be captivated by the timeless beauty and powerful history of El Escorial, one of Spain’s most iconic treasures.

Activity location

  • Valle de Cuelgamuros
    • Carretera de Guadarrama/El Escorial
    • 28209, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fun and Tickets Tours and Activities / Main Office
    • 43 Calle Mayor
    • 28013, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Half Day Tour to San Lorenzo de El Escorial Monastery from Madrid
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,932.15 x 1 AdultP 6,932.15
Total
Price is P 6,932.15
Until Tue, Nov 4

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission to: The Valley of Fallen and Escorial Monastery
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English / Spanish-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and beverages
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Other personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
  • Bring: Sunscreen / Caps or hats / Water bottle
  • What to wear: Walking shoes and Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
  • The total time include travel time.
  • This is a UNESCO Heritage site

Activity itinerary

Valle de Cuelgamuros
  • 5h
Travelers booking this experience will discover two of Spain’s most iconic landmarks. At the Valley of the Fallen, they will see a massive basilica carved into the mountainside, crowned by one of the tallest memorial crosses in the world, set against the beautiful Sierra de Guadarrama. Inside, the vast interior and solemn atmosphere reflect Spain’s complex history. The journey continues to the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Renaissance architecture and historic significance. Visitors can explore its grand courtyards, royal chambers, basilica, and the Pantheon of Kings, resting place of Spanish monarchs. The monastery’s library and art collections further highlight Spain’s rich cultural and religious heritage, making this tour both educational and unforgettable.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Valle de Cuelgamuros
    • Carretera de Guadarrama/El Escorial
    • 28209, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Fun and Tickets Tours and Activities / Main Office
    • 43 Calle Mayor
    • 28013, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    TELECOM
    • 7 Calle de San Bernardo
    • 28013, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

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