Madrid: El Escorial & Valley of the Fallen Fast Track Entry

Explore the Royal Monastery of El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen on a half-day trip from Madrid. Discover the history of the Spanish Empire and marvel at the world's tallest Christian cross.
Begin your tour with a comfortable bus ride from Madrid to El Escorial. Enjoy the scenic views of the Sierra de Madrid along the way. Upon arrival, embark on a guided visit to the Royal Monastery of El Escorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore the impressive palace-monastery complex, built by Philip II as a Royal Residence and Royal Pantheon. Discover its historical, artistic, and architectural significance as you visit the Basilica, the Pantheon with the tombs of almost all the Kings of Spain since Emperor Charles V, the Royal Library, and the palatial quarters.

After the guided tour, enjoy some free time for have a coffe before continuing to the Valley of Cuelgamuros. Admire the highest Christian cross in the world (150 meters) and visit the Valley of the Fallen, an extraordinary and controversial work of architecture, sculpture, and engineering.

Explore the interior of the basilica, carved into the rock, and admire the grandeur of the monumental complex and the natural scenery that surrounds it, a protected natural area of great ecological value and unique scenic beauty.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.