×

Discover the Aranjuez of Felipe II - Free tour

Duration: 1h
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Azucena
Quality Verified Registered on February 27, 2023

Hi, I'm Azucena, an art historian since 1997 and an unconditional lover of the art of Aranjuez for more than 12 years as a local guide with its hideouts in the royal gardens and its historical anecdotes from the time of Felipe II to the present day.

Show more
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

THE ARANJUEZ OF FELIPE II

For an hour we will visit the origins of Aranjuez upon the arrival of Felipe II in the 16th century to this completely virgin area where he will begin his great architectural work with the Royal Palace while building the Monastery of El Escorial and its hydraulic engineering works. that last to this day.

In this outdoor visit we will be able to delight ourselves with works of art such as:

  • Facade of the Royal Room and the Palace Oratory
  • King's Garden
  • Jardín de la Isla where you can see hydraulic engineering works such as the Jardín de la Isla dam, canalization systems of that time, the construction of the Mar de Ontigola, etc.

Due to the extension of the gardens for an hour we will have the option of visiting the main façade of the Palace and Jardin del Rey or Jardin de la Isla with all its Baroque fountains. Those who wish to see the entire visit must indicate so and reserve two hours.
In order for the visits to be carried out, the reservation must be made at least 12 hours before the scheduled time and with a minimum of two people per visit.
I wait for you :)

Show more
Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    C. de San Antonio, 22, 28300 Aranjuez...
    C. de San Antonio, 22, 28300 Aranjuez, Madrid, Spain
    View on map

    I will be at the main entrance of the NH Palacio de Aranjuez hotel located in Plaza de Parejas and in front of the Royal Palace.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Couples Square

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

27 ratings
4.5
By category
Professionalism
4.81
Fun
4.44
Expression
4.68
Quality
4.62
Route
4.32
Generic
5 stars
17
4 stars
7
3 stars
2
2 stars
1
1 star
0
Resurrección 25 Feb 2024
Logroño

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Debido a su formación artística nos ha revelado detalles que de otro modo nos hubieran pasado desapercibidos. Espléndida exposición, contextualización y amabilidad en todo momento. Gran profesionalidad!!
Eugenia 03 Feb 2024
Madrid

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Todo estupendo. Gracias.
Elena 03 Feb 2024
Madrid

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Ha sido una gran experiencia realizar el tour por Aranjuez, nos ha resultado muy ameno y la guía Azucena muy amable y profesional.
Inma 22 Jan 2024
Madrid

Verified booking
Travelled in group - Jan 2024
Genial!! Azucena es una guía excepcional, amena y didáctica al mismo tiempo. Gracias por el fantástico recorrido que nos hiciste.
Rosa 21 Jan 2024
Valencia

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Jan 2024
Nos he encantado,
Show 27 reviews

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 100 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
When do you want to go?
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Show more
See availability
Explore
Bookings
Messages