Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen trip from Madrid
Overview
Enjoy a guided tour from Madrid to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen. Plan your trip and book now.
Highlights
- Escape the hustle and bustle of the city
- Discover the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural ensemble declared a World Heritage Site
- Learn more about the Spanish Civil War
- Admire an impressive 150 metres high cross over the nature reserve of Madrid's mountain range
- Escape the noise and traffic of the city for a day
Enjoy your visit 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. Accompanied by your guide, you'll discover the most important areas of the monument. You'll marvel at the building symmetry and renaissance style, as you walk along the site visiting the Habsburg’s Palace, the Chapter House, the Basilica and the remarkable library.
If you have chosen the option with a visit to the Valley of the Fallen, you'll get back on the bus for the short journey to the next destination. The Valley of the Fallen is located 9 km away from El Escorial, in Sierra de Guadarrama. You'll 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 and is topped by the world’s largest cross, which can be seen from miles away.
What's included
- Air-conditioned motor coach
- Bilingual official guide
- Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
- Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica (if option selected)
- Lunch and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meeting & pickup
Juliá Travel office at San Nicolás 15 (next to Plaza de Ramales) Madrid. Please check in at the counter of the office in central Madrid 15 minutes in advance of your tour.
Additional info
Accessibility:
- It is not recommended for people with walking difficulties or reduced mobility, as the interior of the monument has a large number of stairs and full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to its architectural features
Not allowed:
- Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen Basilica visitors are kindly requested to respect the instructions of the security: photography and filming are not permitted inside the exhibitions
Remember to bring:
- Food and drinks are not included in this tour, please provide your own
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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