Escorial & Valley of the Fallen Half-Day Excursion



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Duration: 5h
Location: El Escorial, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, 28200, Spain | San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
The magnificent royal palace El Escorial
Italian, Flemish & Spanish artwork throughout the monastery
Magnificent frescos & manuscripts at El Escorial's library
Monument & underground church in the Valley of the Fallen
Striking views of Guadarrama National Park landscape

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Escorial and Valley of the Fallen
Admission fees
Transportation

Description:

Your fascinating insight into the grandeur and intriguing history of Spain begins when you explore the tombs of kings and admire the divine ceiling at El Escorial. Pay a visit to a poignant war memorial honoring the victims of the Spanish Civil War atop the Guadarrama Mountains.

Built at the end of the 16th century, El Escorial Monastery dominates the charming landscape of Castile. It was once a symbol of the greatness of the Spanish empire and is now a World Heritage Site. Its austere architecture has influenced Spanish architects for more than half a century. Visit the Cloister of the Four Evangelists, the Palace of Philip II, and the pantheons of the Royal Family—as well as the basilica.

Continue to the Valley of the Fallen, where a large stone cross looms over the surrounding landscape and stands as a chilling memorial to troops from the Spanish Civil War. The cross rises above an enormous basilica—with its arched crypt and engraved angels—carved into the hillside. It marks the burial place of General Franco and is surrounded by the dazzling landscape of the valley.



Cancellation Policy: 72 hours
Know before you book: Children 5 and younger are complimentary., If you have limited mobility, you should not take part., Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

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