Guided tour of the Royal Palace of La Granja

Castile and León, Spain
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Duration1h 45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Discover the majestic Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso, one of the great jewels of the Spanish monarchy's heritage, nestled in a privileged natural environment at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama. An essential experience to understand the history, art, and courtly life of the 18th century in one of the most impressive monumental complexes in Spain, always with explanations in Spanish from a specialized guide.

Built in the 18th century, this palace complex was conceived as a summer residence by Philip V, the first Bourbon monarch in Spain, and evolved into an architectural and artistic benchmark inspired by the model of Versailles.

Book now and complete your experience with exclusive benefits: at the end of your visit, you can enjoy special discounts on restaurant menus and exclusive appetizers in Segovia.

What's included

  • Official guide
  • At the end, you will receive a coupon with special discounts on restaurant menus.
  • Entrance to the Royal Palace of the Farm of San Ildefonso

What to expect

  1. Palacio Real de la Granja de San Ildefonso
    1h 10m · Admission ticket included
    You will visit the most emblematic spaces of the noble floor, where the daily life of the royal family took place, as well as other rooms of great historical value such as the Main Staircase, the Portrait Gallery or the Royal Bedroom. During the tour, the Tapestry Museum stands out, which preserves one of the most relevant collections internationally and offers an insight into the artistic, symbolic and political significance of these exceptional works.

    The itinerary continues through different rooms decorated with frescoes, oriental porcelains, lacquers and mirrors, reflecting the refinement of the Bourbon court and the influence of Isabella de Farnese in the cultural and political sphere of the palace. In addition, you will discover anecdotes about courtly music and the importance of the figure of Farinelli in the life of the king.

    Finally, on the ground floor you can tour the old sculpture gallery, originally designed as a place of walk and exhibition.
  2. Real Colegiata de la Santisima Trinidad
    20m · Admission ticket included
    After leaving the palace, the Royal Collegiate Church of the Farm of San Ildefonso waits to get to know better one of the most unique spaces of the whole set, symbol of the power of the church in palatial life.
  3. 15m
    The activity ends next to the Fountain of the New Waterfall, in the monumental gardens of the Palace, from where you will discover the history behind its monumental fountains and its inspiration in the palace of Versailles.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaza de España, in front of the Royal Collegiate Palace of the Farm of San Ildefonso. Look for a blue-green flag.

End point

Partrre de la Facade, in the gardens, in front of the Royal Palace of the Farm of San Ildefonso.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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