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Free Tour of the Gardens of the Royal Palace of La Granja

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Duration: 2 hours
Languages: Spanish
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Registered on 21 June 2019
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We are a young team that left Spain in 2009 and we are in London to create this beautiful project. At the request of our "walkers" we grew up in Paris, Dublin, Budapest, Cordoba, Cadiz, Porto, Lisbon, Segovia, Salamanca, Rome and Athens teaching these cities to thousands of Spanish speakers. We are professional guides and we are madly in love with every corner of the cities we teach.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

We will find ourselves in front of the Royal Collegiate Church of the Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso , the starting point to understand why Philip V and Isabel de Farnesio made this place their refuge: a palace with French-style gardens adapted to the personality of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

From the Horseshoe Courtyard we will begin a tour through the symbolism of the fountains: in the Forest Fountain Vertumnus and Pomona will appear; then, the Neptune and Amphitrite fountains will introduce us to the language of courtly power; further on, the Fountain of the Winds will lead us to some curious Dragons and the geometric layout of the Plaza de las Ocho Calles .

We will continue with the Fountain of the Frogs and the legend of Latona until we reach the most spectacular end: the Baths of Diana and the monumental Fountain of Fame , whose vertical jet proclaims the Bourbon prestige.

Book now and enjoy much more than just a tour! After the activity , you can enjoy special discounts on local products and restaurant menus . You can also indulge in exclusive tastings and appetizers in Segovia.

👀 Bookings for more than 6 people 👀
Group bookings of more than 6 people have to pay €8 per adult.
The fee must be paid in cash to our guides at the meeting point before the activity begins in order to be admitted to it.
If you cannot attend, please cancel your reservation at least 24 hours in advance.


Important information

Please note that the monumental fountains are undergoing maintenance during the autumn and winter months, so they may not be operating. Additionally, during Fountain Season, there are paid shows that are not free to attend. If you have any questions, please contact us.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Plaza de Espala, frente a la Real Colegiata del Palacio de la Granja de San Ildefonso.
We'll meet in Plaza de España, in front of the Royal Collegiate Church of La Granja de San Ildefonso. Look for a teal flag with the name "Walking Through Europe" on it.
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Outside visit
Fuente de la Selva
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Outside visit
Fan Fountain
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Outside visit
Fuente de Neptuno
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Free Tour of the Gardens of the Royal Palace of La Granja
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