Monasterio las Descalzas: Guided Tour

Monasterio las Descalzas Guided Tour

This guided tour takes you inside one of Madrid's most significant religious sites, the 16th-century Monasterio las Descalzas. Your Spanish-speaking guide meets you at Plaza de las Descalzas, just outside the monastery entrance, before leading you through this former royal convent that houses extraordinary artistic treasures and centuries of history.

You'll explore the tranquil cloister where the annual Good Friday Procession of the Holy Burial takes place, climb the magnificent main staircase adorned with murals from multiple generations, and marvel at the ceiling painting attributed to Claudio Coello. The tour continues through the Tapestry Room and Choir Room, where you'll see original works by Zurbarán, Antonio Moro, and Luca Giordano, along with ornate Plateresque doors and sacred relics that tell the story of Madrid's religious heritage.

What is Included

• Fast-track entry to Monasterio las Descalzas
• Expert Spanish-speaking guide
• Access to the cloister, main staircase, Tapestry Room, and Choir Room
• Commentary on the monastery's art, architecture, and history

Good to Know

The tour starts at Plaza de las Descalzas, directly in front of the monastery entrance. You must bring valid ID for entry checks. The monastery is not wheelchair accessible, and photography may be restricted in certain areas. Tours are conducted only in Spanish.

Arrive promptly as late arrivals may not be admitted. Keep noise to a minimum inside the sacred spaces and follow your guide throughout the visit. This cultural experience pairs perfectly with other Madrid city centre walking tours or visits to nearby attractions like the Royal Palace Madrid guided tour, both within walking distance of the monastery.