Descalzas Reales Monastery and Madrid of the Austrias guided tour
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Descalzas Reales Monastery and Madrid of the Austrias guided tour

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£71.00
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Skip the line
Entrance fees included
Guided tour
Smaller group size
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher
Small group
Do this because
  • Admire the rich decoration of the Convent of Las Descalzas Reales
  • Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Madrid de los Austrias district
  • Learn more about the life and costumes during the Habsburg period
What to expect

This combo tour will take you to visit the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales, followed by a guided walk in the Madrid of the Austrias district.

Visit the convent founded by Juana of Austria, decorated with frescoes and many other rich treasures like the tapestries commissioned in the 17th century by the Infanta Isabel Clara Eugenia based on sketches by Rubens.

After the monastery, you will head towards the Puerta del Sol for a guided tour of the historic city center. Walk down Calle Postas till you reach Plaza Mayor where your guide will talk about the life and customs during the Habsburg period.

Before ending your tour in Plaza de Isabel II, you will also be able to admire a beautiful panoramic view of the Cathedral and the Royal Palace.

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Snacks
  • check Headsets (to hear the guide)
  • check Skip-the-line tickets
  • check Entrance ticket
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips
Where

Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, Plaza de las Descalzas, 28013 Madrid, Spain

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at the entrance door of the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales.
What to remember
  • Due to uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for wheelchairs and anyone who has walking difficulties
  • The maximum number of adult participants per group is 15
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Provider
Rutas Madrid
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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