Madrid has a lot of hidden gems and the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is one of them. This place has been considered by some as the "Eighth Wonder of the World", thanks to both its size and its enormous symbolic value.

Discover the secrets and mysteries of this 16th-century building. This 2-hour tour is designed to show you some of the rooms in this world-famous monastery and let you in on what happened within its walls.

Find out why Felipe II, King of Spain, chose this location at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama as you tour the basilica, the battle hall, the pantheon – where the kings are buried – the palatial rooms, and even the famous library. This is where Felipe II kept his volumes and spent hours reading!

Highlights

Visit the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984
Learn all the facts about this residence of the royal family and the burial place of the kings of Spain
See where all the kings of Spain, except Felipe V and Fernando VI, are buried

Wichtig zu wissen

To benefit from the discounts for children and over 65 years old, you must be able to show proof of your age. Otherwise, the price difference must be paid at the entrance
It is necessary to make a booking for every member of the group (including babies and children)
The tour requires a minimum of 3 people to take place
This guided tour is offered in Spanish