Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen Tour from Madrid
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
On this excursion we will visit the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, an architectural heritage site of the Humanity, and the Basilica of the Valle de los Caídos, a monument that stands out for its gigantic size.
5 hour direct tour to the Valle de los Caídos with its basilica excavated in the Sierra de Madrid and discover the grandeur of the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a World Heritage Site and symbol of Spanish supremacy of the sixteenth century.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Dress code is smart casual
Headphones available for radio guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Valley of the Fallen
Valley of the Fallen is a Francoist regime monument, Catholic basilica and a monumental memorial in the municipality of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, erected at Cuelgamuros Valley in the Sierra de Guadarrama, near Madrid. Franco claimed that the monument was meant to be a "national act of atonement" and reconciliation. The construction works mainly involved free workers and a smaller, albeit significant, percentage of prisoners, these between 1942 and 1950, under the regime of redemption of sentences.
Real Sitio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
San Lorenzo de El Escorial, also known as El Escorial de Arriba is a town and municipality in the Community of Madrid, Spain, located to the northwest of the region in the southeastern side of the Sierra de Guadarrama, at the foot of Mount Abantos and Las Machotas, 47 kilometres (29 mi) from Madrid. It is head of the same name judicial party. The settlement is popularly called El Escorial de Arriba, to differentiate it from the neighbouring village of El Escorial, also known as El Escorial de Abajo. Felipe II ordered the construction of this Monastery in recognition of the victory of San Quintín, which took place on the day of San Lorenzo in 1557 and is from the King, to erect a mausoleum in memory of his parents and himself, placed under the invocation of Saint Lawrence.
What‘s Included
The Valley of Fallen Admission Ticket
Professional Guide
Escorial Monastery Admission Ticket
Trip by luxury bus with air conditioned and Wifi
Food and drinks
Options
Half Day Tour Escorial y Valle de los Caidos con Tickets Included from Madrid
Reviews
2,701 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Two fast. Some we could not listen to the guide since he was walking too fast and there was seniors in the group.
Laura a,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00That tour conductors if doing a bilingual conduction should have the patience to do it putting together both groups and approach each group with patience.
Professional and enjoyable!
Cinda d,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip today to two very important landmarks in Spain. Very professional organization throughout the trip, especially Maria our guide who was very knowledgeable and funny! Clean, luxury bus driven by Mauricio made the trip very easy. Highly recommend Fun + Tickets for this tour. Really great experience!
Escorial monastery
ijcapote,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Isabel, Maria and Morcio were fanatics. They welcomed questions and took the time to explain individually.
Visit to El Escorial and valley of the fallen
MRuythoo,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very nice and interesting tour. Spectacular places to visit. Friendly tour guides. Wish we had a little bit more time to explore
Spectacular attention and explanation of Isabel, Maria and Mauritius, the 100% recommended
Sonia A,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really recommended, they explain very well, they are very attentive, they form a great team Isabel, Maria and Mauritius.
Excursion very well organized. Very professional and pleasant guide. Highly recommended
jhuesos,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have to admit that when I booked the tour I had a little reluctance because I thought the tour was going to be a bit rushed and we wouldn't see things right. But I was super wrong, the day has been amazing, David (the guide) and Mauricio (the driver) have been super nice, friendly and explained everything very well. In addition, they have handled the logistics very well, always explaining the stops to go to the bathroom, some free minutes to take photos. I highly recommend this tour, plus the slag and the valley of the fallen are impressive (especially the basilica of the Escorial). Thank you very much David and Mauritius!
El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen.
markfX8039HI,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Excellent bus travel. Knowledgeable guide on El Escorial and the Valley of then. Headset sound and guide discussions were difficult to hear and understand.
A magnificent trip to know the Escorial and Velle of the Fallen or Hangs
609juli nm,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very grateful to our guide David and expert driver Mauricio, thanks to them we have had an unforgettable experience.
Quick overview of the monastery and V
dchou2022,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beatrice is a super bi-lingual guide. Very knowledgeable in her subject area and told the whole history in a very simple and easy to understandable way
Perfect day
harmincn gyd2026,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an enthusiastic yourney! Our tour guide was Beatrice. She is a fantastic person, made very good mood, punctual timing, with a huge knowledge- what she wanted to give to us! Maurice, was our driver, we felt ourselves in safe all time. Marta and Tibor (from Hungary)
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