SAN LORENZO DE EL ESCORIAL TUK TUK TOURS

San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a perfect one-day trip for all the history lovers who’re staying in Madrid and want to explore the surrounding areas to get the full Spanish experience. Even though El Escorial’s main attraction is the Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, the town has a lot more to offer its visitors. From other monuments of historical importance to the surrounding nature and not forgetting the authentic Spanish cuisine, there’s a lot to do during just one day. Thus, a tuk tuk tour is a great way to get acquitted with the city. You’ll have the opportunity to get to know places you’d never be able to see in a short trip and the best part is that you can do it all in a safe and environmentally friendly way. You’ll have a blast finding out more about the places with the knowledge of your driver, and the kids will love riding in a fun and quirky vehicle. These El Escorial Tuk Tuk Tours will be an unforgettable time for everyone!

Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Built during 1563 and 1584, the Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial or Monastery of El Escorial is the most famous monument in town. It was commissioned by King Philip II, and its sheer size is overwhelming to look at. The interior is richly decorated not only with intricate ceilings and lush furnishings but also with paintings by several renowned Italian and Spanish artists like El Greco, Luca Giordano and Claudio Coello. Visiting this place is a must when exploring El Escorial.

The Chair of Philip II

Located within La Herrería, The Chair of Philip II is one of the top attractions in El Escorial. The chair and stairs were carved into the rock and give you a spectacular view over the town and the surrounding lush nature. Due to this privileged view, this is also said to be the place where King Philip II came to appreciate the construction of the Monastery. Reaching the Chair of Philip II by foot isn’t easy, so if you’re taking kids or don’t want to walk all the way there, book a tuk tuk tour. With the Historic Escorial tour, you’ll not only reach this place comfortably but also explore other places of great historic importance in El Escorial.

Viewpoint of Abantos

Just like the Chair of Philip II, the Viewpoint of Abantos will welcome you with an astonishing panoramic view over the Monastery of El Escorial and all the town. However, since the viewpoint is located on the opposite side of El Escorial, you’ll see the enormous monastery from a different perspective. Some even say that this is the best place to appreciate the grandiosity of the monument. If you want to visit the Viewpoint of Abantos but don’t want to walk all the way there, then book the Panoramic Escorial tuk tuk tour. Besides travelling in comfort, you’ll also see other historic monuments and tourist attractions always accompanied by a driver/guide.