Discover El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen: Explore royal history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery on this half-day trip from Madrid.
Discover El Escorial and Valley of the Fallen: Explore royal history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery on this half-day trip from Madrid.
- Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial - The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a complex that includes the palace was the residence of the Spanish royal family, the basilica is the burial place of the kings of Spain and the monastery - founded by monks of the Order of St. Jerome - is currently occupied by friars of the Order of…
- Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial - The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a complex that includes the palace was the residence of the Spanish royal family, the basilica is the burial place of the kings of Spain and the monastery - founded by monks of the Order of St. Jerome - is currently occupied by friars of the Order of St. Augustine. It is one of the most unique Renaissance architectures in Spain and Europe.
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Valley of the Fallen - The Valley of the Fallen, officially called Valle de Cuelgamuros since October 2022, is a monumental complex consisting of a Catholic basilica, an abbey and a 150 m high cross perched on the top of a cliff overlooking the surrounding valley; with the peculiarity that the basilica is subway in its entirety.
Once the visit is finished , free time to explore the surroundings at your own
- Bilingual English & Spanish guide on the bus
- Round trip Madrid-El Escorial-Valle de los Caídos-Madrid by air-conditioned bus
- Fast-track entrance and guided visit to the Monastery of El Escorial
- Fast-track entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and guided visit inside the Basilica
- Bilingual English & Spanish guide on the bus
- Round trip Madrid-El Escorial-Valle de los Caídos-Madrid by air-conditioned bus
- Fast-track entrance and guided visit to the Monastery of El Escorial
- Fast-track entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and guided visit inside the Basilica
- Any not specified service
- Any not specified service
The tour starts with a guided visit to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage site with fast-track access, commissioned by Philip II as a Royal Residence and Royal Pantheon. This palace-monastery complex, a symbol of the Spanish Empire’s grandeur, is an impressive structure of significant historical, artistic, and architectural…
The tour starts with a guided visit to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage site with fast-track access, commissioned by Philip II as a Royal Residence and Royal Pantheon. This palace-monastery complex, a symbol of the Spanish Empire’s grandeur, is an impressive structure of significant historical, artistic, and architectural value. It houses treasures such as the Basilica, the Pantheon, the Royal Library, and the palatial quarters used by various reigning dynasties.
Next, we proceed to the nearby Valley of Cuelgamuros, where the world’s tallest Christian cross (150 meters) marks the location of the Valley of the Fallen. This extraordinary and controversial architectural, sculptural, and engineering work was built to honor those who died in the Spanish Civil War. We will explore the basilica carved into the rock and admire the monumental complex’s grandeur and the surrounding natural scenery.
- The duration of the tour includes the round trip Madrid-El Escorial-Valley of the Fallen-Madrid, 2 hours
- The duration of the tour also includes the walking from the bus to Monuments and free time, 45 minutes
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
