Madrid: Guided Walking Tour of Monasterio de las Descalzas
Sol, Madrid, Madrid
Discover the Descalzas Reales Monastery with a guided walking tour. Learn of the most amazing legends and stories of the most beautiful monastery of cloistered nuns in Madrid.
Monastery of Descalzas Reales Guided Tour in Madrid
This guided tour of the Monastery of Descalzas Reales in Madrid suits history and art enthusiasts interested in exploring a former royal convent.
Highlights
- Discover one of Madrid’s notable monasteries
- Visit the Cloister, main staircase, Hall of Tapestries, and Choir Room
- See thousands of artworks by renowned painters
- Explore both interior and exterior of the Monastery
- Learn the history and legends of what was Europe’s richest convent
Description
Begin your tour at Plaza de las Descalzas, outside the entrance to the Monastery of Descalzas Reales. Your guide will explain the facade and exterior before entering.
Inside, admire key areas including the cloister, used annually for the Procession of the Holy Burial on Good Friday. The main staircase is a centerpiece of the monument, featuring notable murals and ceiling paintings attributed to Claudio Coello.
The tour continues through the Hall of Tapestries, the Choir Room, and features Plateresque doors, valuable artworks, and paintings by artists such as Zurbarán, Antonio Moro, and Luca Giordano.
Includes
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Monastery of Descalzas Reales
- Guide in Spanish
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- The tour operates rain or shine
- The monument has no public restrooms
- Tour requires a minimum of 7 passengers
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For best experience, arrive promptly at Plaza de las Descalzas. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and morning tours typically offer less crowding.
