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Visit to the Monastery of El Escorial

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Overview

Explore the grandeur of the Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO-listed gem and one of the most impressive monuments in Spain. Discover why Philip II chose its location at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama as we tour the Basilica, the Battle Room and the Royal Rooms. We will visit its Library, which houses more than 45,000 volumes and 600 incunabula, reflecting the splendour of Humanism. We will also explore the solemn Pantheon of the Kings, where monarchs like Charles V and Philip II rest, a place full of history and symbolism. After a two-hour tour, you can continue to tour the place to your liking. Do not miss the opportunity to discover this architectural wonder and immerse yourself in centuries of history. Book your place and join us in this unique experience!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Our guides will be waiting for you with blue Todo Tours umbrella on the main facade, under the shield of San Lorenzo. Please come 10 minutes in advance.

End Point

End point

Once the visit is over, inside the monastery, you can continue to tour the place to your liking.

Language Offered

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

This impressive historic complex, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Spain’s most iconic monuments and a must-see for any lover of history and architecture. During the visit, you will tour the Basilica, the Battle Room, the palatial rooms and other essential places of the monument, which originally occupied various functions, civil and ecclesiastical. The great jewels of the visit will undoubtedly be the Library and the Pantheon of the Kings. The first has an impressive collection of ancient books and manuscripts, including some of the rarest and most valuable copies in the world. Regarding the Pantheon, it is one of the most impressive sites of the historical complex. Inside are the mortal remains of most of the kings and queens of Spain from the 16th to the 19th centuries.

Duration: 120 mins