Guided Tour of the Royal Palace of
La Granja de San Ildefonso
Tour Overview
Discover the Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso, one of the most iconic residences of the Spanish monarchy, located at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama. Chosen in the 18th century by Philip V as a retreat, it soon became a spectacular royal residence inspired by Versailles.
During the tour, we’ll explore the main rooms on the main floor, such as the Grand Staircase, the Portrait Gallery, and the Royal Bedroom. We’ll also visit the extraordinary Tapestry Museum, which houses one of the world’s most important collections.
We’ll discover salons decorated with frescoes, porcelain, lacquerware, and mirrors, as well as stories about Isabella Farnese, music at court, and the famous Farinelli.
On the ground floor, we’ll visit the former sculpture gallery before exiting next to the Royal Collegiate Church and exploring its famous gardens and monumental fountains.
An unmissable tour to discover the history, art, and court life of the 18th century with an expert guide.
What's Included
Meeting Point
Plaza de España, frente a la Real Colegiata del Palacio de la Granja de San Ildefonso.
Customer Reviews
Wir haben die Führung sehr genossen, und Natalia, unsere Führerin, war einfach fantastisch. Man merkt, dass sie sich in Geschichte sehr gut auskennt und sich zudem leidenschaftlich dafür interessiert – diese Begeisterung hat sie uns während der gesamten Führung vermittelt. Wenn du nach Segovia kommst, solltest du dir diese Führung durch den Palast auf keinen Fall entgehen lassen – und mit einer Führerin ist es umso besser.