El Escorial and Valley's Basilica Half Day Tour

Highlights

• Learn about the history of Spain and the Spanish monarchy
• See the Cloister of the 4 Evangelists, the Palace of Philip II, and the Royal Pantheon
• Visit the Valley of the Fallen and see the interior of the basilica

Description

On this 5-hour tour from Madrid, you’ll begin with a visit to the Monastery of El Escorial. It was built under the reign of powerful King Philip II as a residence for Spanish kings, a monastery, and a royal pantheon. It became a symbol of the great power of the Spanish Empire at that time. The monument was declared to be of artistic and historic importance and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Valley of the Fallen was built in 1936, about 9 kilometers from Escorial, as a memorial to those who died during the Spanish Civil War.  Situated in a beautiful valley in the Guadarrama Mountains, this impressive work features a cross standing more than 150 meters high, as well as a basilica and crypt built into the hard rock under the mountain. The tour includes admission to the Valley as well as a visit to the basilica’s interior.

Includes

Transportation Tour guide Entrance and guided visit to the Monastery Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica Audio headset

Important Information

• It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund