Details
Enjoy a small group tour of the Convent of Las Descalzas Reales, admire its rich decorations, and learn about the life of nuns in the monastery.
Discover the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales on this guided tour for small groups. Don't miss the opportunity to admire several works of art, including Flemish, Italian and Spanish paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries.
The convent was founded by Juana de Austria, the youngest daughter of Carlos V and sister of Felipe II. This mystical place is where she was born, lived, and is buried, along with Empress MarÃa and her daughter, Princess Margarita.
Admire the exquisite decoration inside the monastery, the frescoes on its main staircase attributed to Claudio Coello, the choir with its original stalls, where today the community gathers to pray, and the rich tapestries commissioned by Isabel Clara Eugenia based on the sketches by Pedro Pablo Rubens.
Learn from your guide about "el candilón", a room dedicated to the nuns' funeral wakes; when a religious sister died, the whole community used to gather in this room and watch over her body.
Highlights
Enjoy a small group tour of the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales Admire the rich decorations by Flemish, Italian and Spanish artists Listen to your guide talking about the life nuns lived in the convent
Included in tickets
What's included:
Guided tour,
Skip-the-line tickets
Special Notes
Instant confirmation
Skip the line
Free cancellation
Entrance Fees Included
Smaller Group Size
Subject expert guide
e-Voucher
COVID-19 information:
There is a limit number of visitors,
Government regulations compliant,
Social distancing,
Regular desinfection,
There will be a temperature check for the staff,
The staff has passed a covid test
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 13
- This tour is only available in Spanish
Additional Notes
N/A
Available days
Languages
es-ES
How do I get my Ticket?
You will receive a QR code on the receipt sent to your mailbox.
Cancellation Policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel more than 24 hours before the experience begins.
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