Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery, Villa & Garden

5.0 (46 reviews) Madrid, Spain
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

Private visit, only for your group and without strangers, to the Escorial Monastery with an Official Guide expert in History and Art. The most complete visit, including Crypts of the Kings, Renaissance Library, Gardens, Basilica, Palace and Villa. Your guide will also give you any type of recommendation you may need regarding restaurants and services in San Lorenzo del Escorial once the tour ends.

What's included

  • Official qualified guide and art expert
  • Audio guides if needed
  • Entrance tickets

What to expect

  1. Real Biblioteca del Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
    40m
    World reference in Renaissance libraries. Absolutely majestic. Some of the most valuable specimens found in Spain stand out, as well as its frescoes and different objects and works of art on display.
  2. Jardin de los Frailes
    30m
    Charming and careful Renaissance-style gardens designed by Philip II from where you can admire one of the best views of the Monastery, as well as the Herrería forest and the Madrid skyline.
  3. Basilica San Lorenzo
    1h
    The most important and imposing Basilica of the 16th century in the Community of Madrid with an absolutely majestic interior
  4. Palacio De Los Austrias
    50m
    Summer residence of the Kings of Spain since the 16th century and favorite place of King Philip II.
  5. Lonja del Monasterio
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Renaissance trade houses of the Austrias monastery and palace with impressive views of the Guadarrama national park and Mount Abantos.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The main entrance door of the Escorial Monastery

End point

The main entrance door of the Escorial Monastery

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The guide will speak in Spanish or English according to the needs of the group.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.0 (46)

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