Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial Entry Ticket

Discover the Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial on a self-guided visit with a digital audio guide. Built under King Philip II in the foothills of the Sierra de Guadarrama, this 16th-century complex combines a palace, monastery and basilica. Explore the frescoed vaulted library, the Pantheon of the Kings and an art collection featuring works by El Greco, Titian and Velazquez.

What's Included

• Admission to the Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
• Digital audio guide

Important details

• Children aged 0–16 require an accompanying paying adult. Admission is free for children under 5.
• Reduced admission is available for ages 5–16, visitors over 65 and students up to age 25 with a valid national or international student ID.
• Free admission is available for unemployed visitors and people with a disability of 33% or more. One essential companion also qualifies if this is stated on the disability card or official resolution.
• Members of large families qualify for free admission with official accreditation under Spanish law.
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible.
• Bring your own headphones and a fully charged phone for the digital audio guide.
• Re-entry is not allowed after you leave.
• Take personal photos without flash only where permitted. Tripods, selfie sticks and similar equipment are prohibited, as are commercial photography, commercial filming and live broadcasting.
• Do not bring bottles, firecrackers, lasers, dangerous materials or items that could disturb others.
• Do not smoke or drink inside the venue. Breaking this rule results in removal.
• Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled entry time.