Tickets for the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales in Madrid
🎫 Guided tour (in Spanish)
Available rates:
- Basic Rate
- Free Rate (see conditions here)
Highlights
🏰 Explore a part of the group of buildings belonging to the Austrias, one of the most famous royal families in the history of Spain
👑 Observe centuries of Spanish history through the historic central Madrid area
🖼️ Discover works of art and treasures unique in the world
General Info
🕒 Opening hours:
- Tuesday to Saturday: Morning 10:00 - 14:00 ; Afternoon 16:00 - 18:30
- Sundays and public holidays: 10:00 - 15:00
- Closure of ticket offices and access to the Monastery one hour before
- Weekly closing: Monday
📍 Location: Plaza de las Descalzas, 3 - Madrid
♿ Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible and wheelchairs are available
Closing Days 2026
- January 1: closed all day
- January 6: closed all day
- April 2: closed all day
- April 3: closed all day
- April 4: closed all day
- May 1: closed all day
- December 24: closed all day
- December 25: closed all day
- December 31: closed all day
- In addition to the scheduled closures, there may be additional closures also due to the celebration of official events.
Notice: Entry to the Monastery will be from Plaza de las Descalzas, 3.
Description
Walk through the interior of this monastery in the center of Madrid that represents a space of worship and tranquility, where you can observe a clear contrast with the hustle and bustle of the city. The Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales was founded by Juana of Austria and is a royal palace converted into a monastery for Poor Clares nuns. Now you can walk through the interior of this place and discover the rich history contained within its walls. Get your tickets now for the Monastery of Las Descalzas Reales in Madrid!
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- Buen guía.
- Fenomenal
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- Nos ha gustado mucho, tanto la visita como el guía y el personal que nos ha atendido
- Loved the history and told very well in English. I jsut wish there was some seating and time to enjoy the beautiful art and quiet. Loved the tapestries!!
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- Una visita muy especial y muy profesional por parte del guia
- Nos ha gustado mucho la explicación del guía. Ha sido muy interesante.
Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales
The Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales in Madrid is a historical and artistic treasure. Founded in 1559, it houses nuns and functions as a museum. Its plateresque architecture, artwork and history mak...
