From February 17, 2026, due to improvement works in our facilities, individual visitors and groups will access through the West Facade of the building/Patio de Reyes.
To access the Monastery, it is essential to purchase tickets in advance through one of these two channels:
- Online through this website
- At the ticket offices of the Escorial Monastery Visitor Reception Center located at Avenida de Don Juan de Borbón y Battenberg 4 (in front of the north facade of the Monastery)
Sorry for the inconvenience.
Highlights
🌟 Immerse yourself in centuries of cultural and architectural legacy at one of Spain's most iconic treasures
🏰 Explore the impressive Renaissance architecture of the monastery, a masterpiece of Juan de Herrera
🍃 Stroll through the magnificent gardens and enjoy the serenity of their fountains and sculptures
General Info
🕒 Opening hours:
- Winter (October to March): Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Summer (April to September): Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Ticket office and Monastery access close one hour and fifteen minutes before (4:45 PM in winter and 5:45 PM in summer)
- Weekly closing: Monday
On September 27, the Monastery of El Escorial will close at 3:00 PM.
⏳ Duration: approximately 2 hours
📍 Location: Calle de Juan de Borbón y Battenberg s/n, 28200, San Lorenzo de el Escorial - Madrid
ℹ️ The Basilica does not require a ticket and is closed during religious celebrations
♿ Accessibility: Very limited accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Full accessibility cannot be guaranteed due to the nature of the monument
Description
Discover the grandeur of this iconic architectural treasure that has left its mark on the history of Spain and the world. Visiting the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is the best way to explore the history of Spain. Enter the Pantheon of Kings, where the monarchs of the Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties rest; marvel at the grand Basilica and its impressive works of art; and visit the Royal Library, which houses unique literary treasures and historical manuscripts. Don't miss the opportunity to live an unforgettable cultural experience! Get your tickets now for the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial!
Access Map
- Espectacular la visita.
- Siempre venimos todos los años, nos encanta.
- La guia super informada y muy maja, el sitio es historia pura y apasionante
- Espectacular la guía, las explicaciones y el recorrido.
- Todo me gustó especialmente la biblioteca, también las tumbas, sobre todo el panteón de los Reyes.
- Una maravilla.
- Gran visita, muy bien gestionada en los tiempos y en la profundidad de los temas. Nuestra guía espectacular
- Un lugar absolutamente excepcional
- Todo bien. El palacio es muy bonito y disfruta la visita
- Our English guide was very informative and friendly.
- La visita es muy recomendable, en nuestro caso la hicimos con audioguía y es bastante completa.
- The crypts are amazing, Kings are buried in style
- Magnífico monumento! Quedamos impresionados.
- La visita estuvo muy bien, sobretodo , gracias a la guía Montse por saber transmitir y engancharnos con su forma de narrar
- Visita muy cómoda y el personal muy amable
Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is an imposing architectural landmark located in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, near Madrid. Built in the 16th century during the reign of Philip II, its...
