From Madrid: El Escorial and Royal Monastery Day Tour

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Itinerary

1. Be pick-up at your accomodation and begin your journey at the Pantheon of Spain, a contemplative space celebrating the figures who shaped modern Spain. Then, head to the San Miguel Royal Basilica and the Cathedral of Santa María la Real de la Almudena. Continue to the Royal Palace of Madrid and admire the exterior of the building. Then, head to the Zarzuela Palace and take in the views of the gardens. Take a lunch pause with your guide after the first part of the day. Please note that the food fees are not included.

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2. After lunch, continue your trip to visit the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a monumental complex that embodies the power, faith, and vision of the Spanish monarchy. Depending on the time of the year, you may also visit the other spanish palaces such as the "Casita del Principe" or the "Casita del infante"

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Madrid

• Its from-price is 183% above the median of the 287 day trips we list in Madrid.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Madrid

Madrid is Spain's sunny, sociable capital, home to great art museums, royal palaces, leafy parks and tapas bars that stay busy past midnight.

Three great galleries line the Paseo del Prado: the Prado Museum with Velázquez and Goya, the Reina Sofía with Picasso's Guernica, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza with its sweeping private collection. Beside them, El Retiro Park offers a boating lake, shaded avenues and the glass Palacio de Cristal.

Top-ranked sights in Madrid: Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), Puerta del Sol.

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