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Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour

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10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Pay less and get more on this Madrid Super Saver tour, which combines a visit to El Escorial Monastery with a half-day tour of Toledo. Spend the morning at El Escorial monastery and the Valley of the Fallen monument, erected in memory of the millions who died in the Spanish Civil War. Gain insights from your guide, who will accompany you all day, into the significance of these landmarks, which reflect the Spanish monarchy, church and 20th-century conflict. In the afternoon, you’ll travel to Toledo, Spain's medieval capital and a treasure trove of architecture and El Greco art. The best part? By combining these two half-day tours, you’ll enjoy a 10% discount compared to purchasing the tours separately.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica (If option selected)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Church of St. Tome and Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Calle de San Nicolás
28013 Madrid, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Plaza de Oriente
Centro, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Underground bus park, Level -2

What To Expect

Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial

We will start our visit at El Escorial, symbol of the Spanish power in the XVI century that commemorates the battle of St. Quentin. It is also mausoleum for Charles V. Due to the symmetry and balance of its construction, according to the humanist Renaissance style, for years it had been considered for years the eighth wonder of the world. The visit includes the Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter House and the Basilica.
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Valley of the Fallen

Located 9 km away from El Escorial, this enormous monument was built between 1940 and 1959 to honor the fallen during the Spanish Civil War. The basilica is carved into the mountain at 1350 meters of altitude, where an impressive 150 meters high cross places itself over the magnificent landscape of Madrid’s mountain range.
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Iglesia de Santo Tome

You will be able to visit "The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz", masterpiece of El Greco inside the church
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Synagogue Of Saint Mary The White

You will be able to visit the interior
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes

Enjoy the interior of the monastery
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Catedral Primada

The walking tour will continue until we reach the Cathedral, considered of the most important Gothic Cathedrals in Spain. You will see it from the outside before the guided tour finishes. Then, you will have free time to explore Toledo on your own before returning to Madrid.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
  • Please, note that guiding inside the Basilica of the Valley is not allowed
  • Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Escorial Monastery and Toledo Afternoon Tour?

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). 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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Activity code: C-2140MADTOLESC

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Average 3.79 out of 5 stars based on 89 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Entrance to the Valley of the Fallen and the Basilica (If option selected)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Church of St. Tome and Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca
  • Entrance to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial
  • Individual radioguided system
  • Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants aged 5 years and under are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
  • The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination
  • Please, note that guiding inside the Basilica of the Valley is not allowed
  • Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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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).

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