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Descalzas Reales Monastery and Madrid of the Austrias guided tour

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

Descalzas Reales Monastery and Madrid of the Austrias guided tour

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Overview

Duration

3h 30min

Languages

Spanish

Voucher type

mobile

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.

What to remember

Important info

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

What's included

Guided walking tour. Snacks. Headsets (to hear the guide). Skip-the-line tickets. Entrance ticket

What's not included

Tips

Know Before You Go

Highlights

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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

Rutas Madrid

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at the entrance door of the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales.