Escorial Monastery & Valley of the Fallen Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic El Escorial Monastery
- Marvel at the monumental Valley of the Fallen
- Enjoy scenic views of the Spanish countryside
- Learn about Spain's rich history and architecture
- Experience a comfortable round-trip journey from Madrid
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of El Escorial Monastery
- Visit to the Valley of the Fallen monument
- Round-trip transportation from Madrid
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's departure time and location upon booking.
- Be aware that the tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Note that the tour includes walking; consider your comfort with walking tours.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and landscapes.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Dress code is smart casual
- Headphones available for radio guide
Traveler reviews
A Must, great get away from city!
Ourguide was very energetic and knowledgeable! The only thing I would like to do that we didn’t was spend time on our own to explore just a few minutes before we have to leave each area.
Escorial and Valley of the Fallen Tour
Isabella and John were great. Isabella provided us with a good understanding of both sites that we visited. She was very pleasant and engaging. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
This was a fantastic...
This was a fantastic tour, led by Isabel and our driver Juan. Isabel was very knowledgeable and friendly, delivering the tour smoothly in both Spanish and English. El Escorial feels like a hidden gem compared to Toledo and various sights in Madrid, and it’s only a 45 minute drive from the starting point. The sites were not very crowded, so we were able to get great photos throughout. The tour was well run - comfortable bus, central meeting spot, and audio transmitters so we could always hear Isabel throughout the tour. We were mostly on time - the tour is closer to 5 and a half hours, so don’t book anything else immediately after. Note that if you are booking a Sunday tour, you may not be able to visit the basilicas at both places due to church services. We were luckily still able to see them very briefly, but it was definitely rushed.
very knowledgeable on his...
very knowledgeable on his subject; spoke non stop for 5 hrs! maybe more information then anybody could absorb. altho this is my problem. he walked very fast up and down stairs etc. maybe too much in 5 hrs then we would not have been in such a rush!!!! very informative but lost us early on
Oscar was great
Oscar was a fabulous tour guide. He explained so well some of Spain’s most interesting history. The bus was comfortable and the ride was pleasant, thanks to Angel. I highly recommend!