El Escorial - Royal Monastery, Palace, Basilica & Royal Tombs Discount Tickets

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Overview

Relive the Golden Age of the Spanish Empire in the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial. The historical complex, located in an exceptionally beautiful hilly site north of Madrid, was built by the enigmatic King Philip II to house the royal mausoleum, the grand basilica providing constant prayer for the kings’ soul, Bourbons Palace with its priceless art collections as well as other buildings of immense beauty. You will get to see The Basilica, the central building of the complex, the Chapter Rooms, the underground Royal Burial Chambers, the Palace Of Prince Philip II, and finally, art in Bourbons Palace

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

At the entrance gate of the El Escorial Monastery with the Spanish flag above, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Polish-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Start the excursion at the Royal Library, the ultimate example of the high cultural value of the complex as the center of spirituality and learning in Spain for centuries. Exquisite ceiling frescoes depict the seven liberal arts with a burst of color. Solid wooden shelves house a priceless collection of manuscripts and rare books. The elaborate globe model in the center of the library depicts Christian cosmology, insisting that the solar system revolves around the Earth.
Duration: 15 mins
2. El Escorial
Next, move downstairs and take a look around the King’s courtyard. The central yard of the complex is named after the statues of Old Testament kings on the facade of the dominating Basilica.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Iglesia Abacial de la Santa CruZ
The Basilica, the central building of the complex, is a clear example of Spanish Renaissance architecture, perfectly coordinated with the decoration to create a mind-blowing unified artistic effect. The statues of Saint Lawrence and the kings on the grand symmetrical façade prepare the way for a magnificent display of saints and kings inside, besides other ornate decorations such as marble walls, carved woodwork, and stained glass windows.
Duration: 20 mins
4. El Escorial
On the next step, stop by the Chapter Rooms, where the monks carried out the readings of the Rules and discussed administrative issues. These spaces of great importance within the monastic structure set themselves apart from the rest of the complex with their simplistic architecture and sober decoration. They also house religious works of art, including The Robe of Joseph, a work by Velázquez.
Duration: 20 mins
5. El Escorial
Then, take the stairs down to the underground Royal Burial Chambers, the final resting place for the Spanish monarchs. The mausoleum consists of two parts: the gilded Pathogen of Kings, housing relics of kings and king’s mothers, and the Pantheon of the Infantes in white marble, containing tombs of kings’ children and consorts.
Duration: 15 mins
6. El Escorial
After that, visit the Palace Of Prince Philip II, where King Phillip II and some other royal members lived. His residence is located right next to the basilica for one good reason: The religious king could watch mass from his room when he was too weak to officially attend.
Duration: 15 mins
7. El Escorial
Finally, treat yourself to the ultimate experience of art in Bourbons Palace, composed of the Hall Of Battles covered in exquisite frescoes depicting famous battles, the Art Gallery housing the finest European art collection of the Spanish royal, and the Architecture Museum displaying the antique tools and building materials used to build the complex.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Official Tour Guide

Exclusion

Entrance fee - El Escorial : € 14 per adult

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by BlackBuck Travels

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