El Escorial Monastery half-day tour from Madrid
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El Escorial Monastery half-day tour from Madrid

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Language: English, Spanish
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Duration: 5 hours
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Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the marvelous Monastery of El Escorial
  • Learn about the unique "Escurialense" architecture
  • Enjoy a comfortable trip by bus
What to expect

Visit the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial and enjoy the stunning views from the Valley of Cuelgamuros, all accompanied by an expert guide.

You'll drive for approximately one hour to San Lorenzo de El Escorial to visit the inside of the Monastery, built in the sixteenth century under the command of Felipe II.

Next, after about ten minutes by bus, you'll reach Valle de Cuelgamuros, where you'll appreciate the colossal cross over 150 meters high, the Basilica and Crypt excavated in the rock of the mountain.

Enjoy spectacular views of Madrid’s mountain range before returning to Madrid.

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  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Headsets (to hear the guide)
  • check Local guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Where

Calle de Ferraz 3, 28008 Madrid, Spain

Meeting point:
Please show up 15 minutes before the tour starts at the local operator's office to exchange tickets.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for people who use wheelchairs

Know in advance:

  • The tour includes admission to the Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial and entrance to Valle de Cuelgamuros (Valle de los Caídos) as well as a visit to the basilica’s interior
  • Please note, 1 free infant per booking (they should sit on laps)
  • This tour may be operated by a bilingual guide
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Provider
VPT Tours (Viajes Para Todos)
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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