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Monastery Royal Barefoot Visit with entrance without waiting for queues

3 Reviews 4.67 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Madrid, Spain

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Overview

Discover the Monastery of the Descalzas Reales and admire a convent founded by Juana of Austria, youngest daughter of Charles V and sister of Philip II.
Enjoy the exquisite decoration of its interior, with frescoes on its main staircase attributed to Claudio Coello and, around the upper cloister, chapels decorated with an image of a recumbent Christ from the 16th century attributed to Gaspar Becerra, which is carried in a procession on Friday. Holy.
You can also admire the choir with its original stalls, where today the community gathers to pray, it is decorated by a magnificent Dolorosa by Pedro de Mena and here are the tombs of the Empress María and her daughter the Infanta Margarita.
We will talk about countless works of art, both Flemish, Italian and Spanish paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries, some of them made by Vincenzo Carducci or Antonio Moro, a delight to the eye.

What's Included

  • Tickets
  • Guided visit
  • Drinks
  • Tip
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Plaza de las Descalzas
Centro, 2801Madrid, Spain

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What To Expect

Monasterio De Las Descalzas Reales

Discover the Descalzas Reales Monastery accompanied by an art expert guide who will show you the magnificent tapestries commissioned by Isabel Clara Eugenia to decorate the Monastery, the collection of Flemish, Italian and Spanish paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries, including There are works made by Vicente Carducho, Luca Giordano, Sculptures by Pedro de Mena and you will learn about the history of the founder of the Monastery, Juana de Austria, who was the sister of Felipe II and daughter of Emperor Carlos I.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Madrid De Los Austrias

If you choose the option of Monastery of the Barefoot + Walk through Madrid of the Austrias, you can enjoy a complete route knowing the time of the Austrian dynasty. You will know one of the Royal Foundations (Monastery of the Barefoot) and other emblematic buildings in the Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa, be surprised at the histories and legends with the legacy of the Austrias.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Visit not accessible for wheelchairs
  • The Monastery may close due to some solemn event or national holiday.
  • The visit is not accessible for people with reduced mobility or in a wheelchair.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monastery Royal Barefoot Visit with entrance without waiting for queues?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Guided visit
  • Drinks
  • Tip

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Visit not accessible for wheelchairs
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Monastery may close due to some solemn event or national holiday.
  • The visit is not accessible for people with reduced mobility or in a wheelchair.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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