Passport World Heritage in Madrid www.turismomadrid.es World Heritage in Madrid Alcalá de Henares Aranjuez San Lorenzo de El Escorial Passport World Heritage in Madrid Alcalá de Henares Aranjuez San Lorenzo de El Escorial The Region of Madrid has three places on the UNESCO World Heritage List: The Monastery and Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial The University and historical centre of Alcalá de Henares The Cultural Landscape of Aranjuez San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a magnificent example of the creative spirit of Humanity, and the size of the architectural complex and its surrounding natural environment make it a place of inexhaustible value. Alcalá de Henares presents key elements for studying and learning more about the Spanish language and culture through two millennia of history. Aranjuez is one of the finest examples of a cultural landscape we can find in Europe. In addition to allowing us to learn all about this rich heritage, the PASSPORT has various functions: 1. On the one hand it is the key to a series of instant promotions and discounts on transport (Renfe Madrid suburban rail and inter-city buses), monuments, hotels, restaurants, shops and other activities which the visitor can benefit from. 2. On the other hand it is a pocket guide with practical information and maps to discover and rediscover the three World Heritage sites you can enjoy in the Region, as a single visit isn’t enough to discover everything they have to offer. 3. It is also a guarantee of quality services by both the institutions and establishments that are part of the programme. Table of contents SAN LORENZO DE EL ESCORIAL8 Map Schedule of activities Participating establishments 10 ALCALÁ DE HENARES 26 Map Schedule of activities Participating establishments 32 16 18 28 34 ARANJUEZ44 Map Schedule of activities Participating establishments 46 50 52 San Lorenzo de El Escorial San Lorenzo de El Escorial is distinguished by its extraordinary artistic heritage, its cultural offer and its magnificent location in the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range. It also boasts major natural and landscape attractions for mountain climbers and trekking fans. The Monastery and Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. The Monastery, constructed at the order of Philip II in the brief space of 20 years, boasts numerous spaces of extremely high historical, artistic and cultural value, such as the palace buildings of the Hapsburgs and the Bourbons, the library, the Basilica, the Courtyard of the Kings, the Pantheon of the Kings, where the remains of the kings and queens regnant of Spain lie, and the Gardens. No visit is complete without a stroll around the Historical-Artistic Complex, where particularly of note are the Royal Coliseum of Charles III, the Seat of Philip II, from where it is said the monarch would view how the works on the Monastery were coming along, and a trip to the Luis Ceballo Arboretum Centre for Environmental Education, which offers guided walks and itineraries. For nature lovers, the Herrería Forest and the Abantos Pine Grove await. And if you want to tantalise your taste buds, San Lorenzo de El Escorial features traditional mountain cuisine and Guadarrama Designation of Origin grilled meat dishes, as well as a vast array of international restaurants and creative, signature cuisine. MO RI NIO MUN D L IA PA T Municipal Tourist Information Office MAD ABOUT INFO E AG I N R United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization MO E WORLD H NDIAL • • IT E • PATRI MO Monastery and Site of the Escurial, Madrid inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1984 www.sanlorenzoturismo.org Grimaldi, 4 T. 918 905 313 info@sanlorenzoturismo.org San Lorenzo de El Escorial 28200 Madrid 9 1 Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial Useful discount vouchers to all the National Heritage sites available for purchase Paseo de Juan de Borbón y Battenberg, s/n. 918 905 903 / 904, 905 www.patrimonionacional.es 2 Garden of the Friars Free entrance during opening hours Paseo de Juan de Borbón y Battenberg, s/n 918 905 903 / 904 / 905 www.patrimonionacional.es 3 First House of Trades Free entrance to the exhibition rooms Cultural Centre and Exhibition Rooms C/ Floridablanca, 3 / 918 960 772 www.sanlorenzodeelescorial.org Madrid About Info Tourist Information Office - Interpretation Centre. Calle Grimaldi 4 / 918 905 313 www.sanlorenzoturismo.org 4 Second House of Trades Free entrance to the Our Lady of Grace Sanctuary C/ Floridablanca, 5 (Integrated Music Centre, Our Lady of Grace Sanctuary) 5 Third House of Trades C/ Floridablanca, 7 www.patrimonionacional.es 12 6 Casa de la Compaña (Company Quarters) Paseo de los Alamillos, 2. Escorial-Maria Cristina Royal University Centre. Summer Courses Quarters. 918 904 545 www.rcumariacristina.com 7 Casas de los Infantes y de la Reina (Houses of the Infantes and the Queen) Paseo de Juan de Borbón y Battenberg www.patrimonionacional.es 8 Casita del Infante (Upper Casita) Useful discount vouchers for all the National Heritage sites availablefor purchase at the Royal Monastry Paseo de Carlos III s/n (M-665 road) 918 905 626 www.patrimonionacional.es 9 Casita del Príncipe (Lower Casita) Useful discount vouchers for all the National Heritage sites available for purchase at the Royal Monastry Carretera de la Estación s/n. El Escorial Booking required 918 905 902 / 03 www.patrimonionacional.es 10 San Lorenzo de El Escorial Historical-Artistic Complex Free entrance Itineraries through the 16th and 18th centuries. Signposted and described buildings. 13 11 Royal Coliseum of Charles III C/ Floridablanca 20 / 918 904 411 www.madrid.org/clas_artes/teatros/carlosIII Scheduled guided tours and show programming. 12 House of the families of the Infantes Carlos María Isidro and Francisco de Paula C/ del Rey 38. Summer Courses Quarters. www.euroforum.es 13 Abantos Pine Grove Picturesque Landscape Free entrance Nature itineraries on foot and by bike. 17 Golf Club Carretera de Robledo de Chavela s/n 918 905 111 http://www.golflaherreria.com 18 Valley of the Fallen M-600 Road, Km. 1. / 918 905 611 / 918 901 398. www.patrimonionacional.es Surroundings, Crypt, Cross, Benedictine Abbey, Sculpture Groups. 19 San Lorenzo de El Escorial Auditorium Theatre C/ Parque Felipe II / 918 900 707. www.teatroauditorioescorial.es. Scheduled guided tours and show programming. 14 Luis Ceballos Arboretum Region of Madrid Centre for Environmental Education. Carretera del monte Abantos s/n / 918 982 132. www.arboretoluisceballos.blogspot.com.es 15 Herrería Forest Free entrance Nature itineraries on foot and by bike. 16 Seat of Philip II (Lookout) Free entrance Signposted and described route adapted for disabled people (for the vision-impaired and wheelchair users). 14 15 Schedule of activities SAN LORENZO DE EL ESCORIAL January TRADITIONAL NATIVITY SCENE AND THREE KINGS PARADE February July August Patron saint festivities from 9 to 15 August. Traditions (giants and cabezudos, passacaglias, etc.) Performances, events and culture demonstrations. Sports activities. Concerts. El Escorial Summit Crossing. Music and fireworks show. ESCORIAL SUMMIT CROSSING Declared of Regional Tourist Interest. Agost 15th March September EASTER April May Declared of Regional Tourist Interest. Organised by the seven brotherhoods in the Brotherhoods’ Board. Religious events. Numerous processions through the town streets. Of note are the Holy Burial and the Procession of Silence. October November OUR LADY OF GRACE FESTIVITIES Festival of National Tourist Interest. Second Sunday of September. Floral tribute. Saying of the Rosary at Dawn. Pilgrims’ procession. Groups in traditional suits and adorned artisanal carts. Pilgrimage. Regional dancing. Procession of Our Lady of Grace on an ox-drawn carriage through to the Sanctuary that bears her name. PUBLIC NATIVITY SCENE June 16 December 15 December to 7 January. Over 600 life-sized hand-made traditional figures covering more than 5,000m2 of the San Lorenzo de El Escorial Historical-Artistic Complex. 17 Hotels Hotel Victoria Palace**** Restaurants Hotel de Martín 200 m from the Royal Monastery. New contemporary decor in the 78 outwards-facing rooms. Juan de Toledo, 4 918 969 890 www.nh-hoteles.es Right in the historical centre, it boasts 11 rooms in a recently restored 19th-century building. Gobernador, 1 918 903 944 www.alojamientodemartin.com -15% -10% Hotel Los Lanceros*** In the historical centre, next to Philip II Park and opposite the Auditorium Theatre.. Calvario, 47 918 908 011 www.loslanceros.com -10% off except on special offers Jarana Centrally located, accessible and affordable restaurant. Alarcón, 6 676 765 290 jaranarestaurante@hotmail.es -10% off à la carte. Free coffee with menu Los Lanceros Traditional Mediterranean cuisine based on seasonal products. Calvario, 47 918 908 011 www.restauranteloslanceros.com -10% discount. Set menus and special promotions excluded El Caserío Romantic ambiance and Basque cuisine in three different rooms. Outdoor sitting café in Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Reina Victoria, 2 918 904 119 -10% La Chistera Dynamic, jovial and family-friendly vibe. Traditional homemade Spanish cuisine. Plaza de Jacinto Benavente, 3 918 903 726 -10% off à la carte El Candil Outdoor sitting café in the historical centre. Reina Victoria, 16 918 904 103 Liqueur sampling after your meal 18 19 Mesón La Cueva Former Soul’s Inn (1768) (‘Antigua Posada de las Ánimas’). Castilian cuisine: grilled dishes, red meat, fish and homemade cakes and pies. San Antón, 4 918 901 516 www.mesonlacueva.com -10% off à la carte and free orujo Restaurante “Las Viandas” Classic cuisine with fresh, modern touches. Outdoor sitting café in Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Plaza de La Constitución, 2 918 900 986 www.lasviandas.es -10% off à la carte El Sol sale para todos Seasonal Spanish cuisine. Variety of tapas and larger-sized portions. Outdoor sitting café in Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Plaza la Constitución, 5 918 997 899 -10% off à la carte 20 081 Napoli Italian cuisine. Plaza de Juan Herrera, 1 918 997 877 www.081napoli.es -10% off à la carte Charolés Cosy atmosphere. Outdoor sitting café next to the Monastery. Traditional cuisine. Exceptional “cocido madrileño” (typical stew). Floridablanca, 24 918 905 975 charoles@infonegocio.com Gift from the restaurant R. C. de Golf La Herrería Stunning views of the Monastery and golf course. Varied menu. Meat and fish dishes, “cocido madrileño” (typical stew). Carretera Robledo de Chavela, s/n 918 905 630 www.golflaherreria.com Free dessert and coffee for all Horizontal Surrounded by a forest on the side of Mount Abantos. Traditional cuisine with creative, contemporary touches. Magnificent outdoor sitting café . Camino Horizontal, s/n 918 903 811 www.restaurantehorizontal. com La Sartén por el Mango Extensive range of a la carte market cuisine. Juan de Toledo, 19 918 961 313 www.restaurantelasar tenporelmango.es -10% off à la carte and daily set menu -10% off Monday to Friday (except public holidays) Alaska Traditional Castilian cuisine featuring market products. Stunning outdoor sitting café 50 m from the Monastery. Plaza de San Lorenzo, 4 918 904 365 www.restaurantealaska.com -10% off à la carte and -5% off the daily set menu La taberna de Antioquía Restaurant-GASTROBAR. Mariano Benavente nº 5 910230159 / 605279662 / 625985666 www.antioquiasoul.es info@latabernadeantioquia.es -10% discount on restaurant menu space (Antioch menu and tasting menus included) - 10% discount on groups (12-24 pax ) Tuesday to Friday - 5% discount on groups (12-24 pax ) Weekends and bank holidays guests 21 Activities Villanueva. Cocktail bar Plaza de la Cruz, 2 www.facebook.com/villanueva. vinos Have one drink, get the second one (of the same price) free SPA - Centro de Agua y Salud 18 years and over. Zaburdón Sports Centre. Calle de las Pozas, 183 918 960 040 -25% discount on non-members’ fee Shops Textile, fashion and accessories A Galope Men’s and women’s fashion and accessories. Reina Victoria, 3 918 908 187 www.agalope.es -10% La Reineta. Casa de cosas Decor, fashion, costume jewellery, accessories and gifts. Rey, 17 918 907 614 www.lareineta.es -10% off marked price except items on special offer, during sales and Lampe Berger and Isabela Piú Italian fashion collections. Total looks. Accessories. Patriarca, 7, corner to Juan de Leyva. 918 909 039 www.facebook.com/isabella. piu1 www.isabellapiu.amadeus.com -10% off except other special offers Dunas Outdoor activities and trekking. Leandro Rubio, 7 - 2º B 660 046 657 www.dunas-saludenaccion.com -10% off wellbeing, training and nature activities Crafts The Soap Gallery Artisan soaps and natural cosmetics. Rey, 20 918 904 517 eva@expressa.es -10% off artisan soaps and natural cosmetics. Final gift when passport is full Paco Pastel Homemade cakes. San Antón, 1 918 969 437 Las Pozas, 181. Local 4 918 908 625 kikopastel@yahoo.es -15% off San Lorenzo bread, -20% off San Lorenzo cake. Free 200 g box with the purchase of 1 Kg of bizcotela biscuits Nuria Mateos exclusive brands 22 23 Bookshops and stationer’s Lauviah, music & books Juan de Leyva, 19 918 997 641 www.lauviah.es -5% off books, 10% off other items Bookshop Cocheras – Others El Zaguán Real Everything for horse-riding, hunting, bullfighting, trophies and gifts. Velázquez, 20 918 907 500 elzaguanreal@gmail.com -10% off purchases from €50 on Coliseo Out-of-print, rare, unusual and antique books. Inhouse publishing firm. Plaza de Jacinto Benavente, 2 918 960 515 www.librosiberia.com Free book/s in line with purchase amount Escolor Graphic Design Services. Duque de Alba, 9 918 962 026 www.escolor-serviciosgraficos.es -10% off digital printing Pepito Herranz, gifts and souvenirs Customised gifts, original and different ideas and inhouse designs. Rey, 27 918 904 331 www. colorforyoursoul.com Cocheras del Rey Antique carriages exhibition. Rey, 41 918 960 515 www.cocherasdelrey.es -10% off visit and in store -10% Automecánica Serrana Duque de Alba, 7 918 901 847 www.cadena88.com Repair garage. Carretera de Guadarrama, 55 637 804 450 www.redcomercial.peugeot. es/autoser -10% off all items not included -10% off garage work Hardware store Cea in special promotions or sales MRW 02639 San Lorenzo Private courier services. San Antón, 26 918 903 626 www.mrw.es -20% off RRP for transport on the Peninsula and -7% off for international services 24 25 Alcalá de Henares Cervantes’s home town is an ideal place to explore, wandering the streets and squares, visiting the museums and monuments, eating in any of its fine restaurants, going shopping, enjoying a cup of coffee or a drink as the sun goes down on one of the pavement cafes and purchasing a souvenir in the form of a typical local sweet, such as sugared almonds or costrada (layers of puff pastry and custard with a soft meringue top). We can start at the Regional Archaeological Museum which offers guided tours, or take a trip back to Roman times at the Casa Hippolytus or the Complutum ruins, part of the Region of Madrid’s Archaeological Sites Plan. Must-sees include the Birthplace of Cervantes Museum, where the most human facet of this literary genius is recreated, the University of Alcalá, with its trilingual courtyard and the auditorium in which every April 23 Kings handed the Cervantes award for Literature, and the Corral de Comedias, which offers guided tours in addition to an outstanding range of theatre performances, along with the Interpretation Centre of Cervantes’ Universes and Laredo Palace. In the religious sphere, of note are impressive buildings such as the Magisterial Cathedral and the Las Bernardas Monastery. Finally, nature lovers can enjoy “Los Cerros de Alcalá”, a protected area on the left bank of the Henares River, perfect for hill walking. MO RI NIO MUN D L IA PA T Municipal Tourist Information Office MAD ABOUT INFO E AG I N R United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization MO E WORLD H NDIAL • • IT E • PATRIM O University and Historic Precinct of Alcalá de Henares inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1998 www.turismoalcala.es Plaza de los Santos Niños, s/n. T. 918 810 634 otssnn@ayto-alcaladehenares.es Plaza de Cervantes. Callejón de Santa María, 1 T. 918 892 694 otcervantes@ayto-alcaladehenares.es Alcalá de Henares 28801 Madrid 27 1 The Cervantes Birthplace Museum Free entrance Calle Mayor, 48 / 918 899 654 www.museo-casa-natal-cervantes.org 2 Interpretation Centre of Cervantes’ Universes Free entrance Plaza de Cervantes, s/n / 918 773 253 www.turismoalcala.es 3 Saint Mary’s Tower Free visit, booking required Plaza de Cervantes, s/n 918 892 694 www.turismoalcala.es 4 Regional Archaeological Museum Free entrance Plaza d e las Bernardas, s/n / 918 796 666 www.madrid.org 5 Burgo de Santiuste Interpretation Centre Free entrance Calle Cardenal Sandoval y Rojas, 3 / 918 884 455 www.turismoalcala.es 6 University. San Ildefonso College -10% Plaza de San Diego, s/n / 91 885 64 87 www.visitasalcala.es 7 Corral de Comedias 30 -10% discount with prior booking Plaza de Cervantes, 15 / 918 821 354 www.corraldealcala.com 8 Laredo Palace- Cisnerian Museum -10% Paseo de la Estación, 10. 918 856 487 www.visitasguiadas.es 9 Antiquarium and Archaeological Route - Archbishop’s Palace Free visit, booking required Calle Cardenal Sandoval y Rojas / 918 892 694 www.turismoalcala.es 10 Magisterial Cathedral Plaza de los Santos Niños, s/n / 918 880 930 www.catedraldealcala.org 11 Las Bernardas Monastery Plaza de las Bernardas, s/n / 918 880 930 - 667 696 323 12 Roman City of Complutum Free entrance Camino del Juncal, s/n / 918 771 750 www.turismoalcala.es 13 Archaelogical site of Casa de Hippolytus Free entrance Avenida de Madrid, s/n / 918 771 750 www.turismoalcala.es 14 Los Cerros de Alcalá Declared a Mount of Public Utility by the Region of Madrid. A nature spot you can visit on foot or by bicycle. www.ayto-alcaladehenares.e 31 Schedule of activities www.turismoalcala.es CERVANTES TRAIN Every Saturday in spring and autumn, enjoy this unique and exceptional way to visit the town of Alcalá. CERVANTES FOOD FESTIVAL January July GASTRONOMY WEEK February Fomentur restaurants offer quality set menus at special prices with interesting gastronomic suggestions. August September A selection of restaurants offer cuisine based on The Quixote and the Golden Century meals. CERVANTES WEEK Festival declared of Regional Tourist Interest. Homage to the writer Miguel de Cervantes, with innumerable cultural activities. CERVANTES MARKET (from 7 to 12 October) March April EASTER (From March 29th to April 6th) Festival declared of Regional Tourist Interest. Exceptional Easter organised by the town’s Brotherhoods’ Board. October XXXI DON JUAN IN ALCALÁ Festival declared of Regional Tourist Interest. October 31 and November 1. The most crowded open air theater in Spain. CERVANTES IN APRIL Intense cultural programming related to the Arts and the Cervantes Award. November May The largest market of Cervantes time in Europe. The historical center of Alcalá recovers the air and ways of the Spanish Golden Age for a few days. ALCINE. FILM FESTIVAL Spain’s most important short-film festival. CLASSICS IN ALCALÁ June 32 Classical Theatre Festival where the town recovers the spirit of the 16th century. December ACTS COMMEMORATING THE WORLD HERITAGE DECLARATION which took place on 2 December 1998. 33 Hotels Hotel El Encín Golf Five-star hotel, the only one in the Region of Madrid with its own golf course. Carretera Nacional II. Exit 34. Km. 35,600 918 307 069 www.encingolf.com -10% Hotel Puerta de Alcalá Hotel Isla de la Garena Hotel with SPA and outdoor swimming pool, located 5 km from the center, next to Isla mall and direct exit A2. 918 781 670 www.hotelislagarena.com -10% Rafaelhoteles Forum Alcalá Parador de Alcalá de Henares Located in the Ancient Convent of St Thomas, a magnificent 17th century building in the historical centre of Alcalá. Its restoration has received numerous international awards. Colegios, 8 918 880 330 www.parador.es -10% Hotel AC Alcalá de Henares Located in the Henares business corridor area, with easy access to Madrid from the A-2. Octavio Paz, 25 918 023 970 www.ac-hotels.com -10% 34 Located next to the historical centre of Alcalá. Excellent communications with MadridBarajas airport and the IFEMA trade fair site, along with the leading historical and cultural points in the town. Bulgaria, 2 912 918 500 www.rafaelhoteles.com -10% Hotel Alcalá Plaza Modern hotel close to an important commercial and sports zone in the town, where you can play paddle tennis, have a dip in the pool or rent a bicycle. Hita, 4 918 783 400 www.hotelalcalaplaza.com Hotel Cisneros Right by the La Garena business estate and very close to the shopping centre of the same name. Good communications. Fausto Elhuyar, 9 918 025 460 Renovated in 2009, close to the historical centre, great for tourists and business people alike. Paseo Pastrana, 32 918 882 511 www.cisneroshotel.com reservas@hotelpuertadealcala.com -10% -10% Hotel Campanile Its excellent location makes it perfect for business trips or holidays to Madrid. Next to the Renfe station and the Alcalá Hipercor. Fausto Elhuyar, 3 918 025 612 www.campanile.es -10% Hotel Ibis Alcalá La Garena Close to the Alcalá Garena shopping centre and Renfe station. Adjoining family rooms. Antonio Suárez, 8 918 796 181 www.ibis.com Evenia boutique Alcalá Hotel Located in a charming 16th-century building. Situated in Alcalá’s lovely historical centre and surrounded by a magnificent courtyard. Cardenal Cisneros, 22 918 830 295 www.eveniahotels.com -10% Hotel Ciudad de Alcalá Next to the Renfe station and the centre of Alcalá de Henares. Cánovas del Castillo, 4 918 824 745 www.hotelciudaddealcala.com -10% -10% -10% 35 Hotel Ibis Budget Alcalá de Henares A good low-cost option, with the quality and service Ibis hotels are known for. A-2, Parque de la Dehesa 918 796 850 www.ibis.com -10% Hostal El Val Right by the El Val shopping centre. A welcoming hostel with all modern amenities. Zaragoza, 2, 4 y 6 918 835 958 www.hostalelval.com -10% Hostal Miguel de Cervantes Located in the heart of the town, next to the Cervantes Birthplace Museum and Calle Mayor. In a pretty, restored 16th-century building. Imagen, 12 918 831 277 www.hcervantes.es -10% Hostal Don Juan I In the centre of Alcalá, close to the Renfe and bus stations. Don Juan I, 9 918 833 484 www.hostaldonjuani.com -10% Apartamentos Don Juan I In the centre of Alcalá, close to the Renfe and bus stations. Don Juan I, 11 918 833 484 www.hostaldonjuani.com -10% Apartamentos Alcalá Located in the historic center, just 50m from the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes. Privileged place to enjoy leisure and culture. Fully equipped to feel “at home” Calle Ramón y Cajal, 5.º 1 derecha. 918 796 191 www.apartamentosalcala.com -10% Hostal Complutense 100 m from the Cisnerian University, designed for the traveller’s comfort at affordable prices. Encomienda, 9 918 823 469 www.hostalcomplutense.com -10% Hostal Cuatro Caños Very close to the heart of Alcalá, next to the bus station. Affordable prices and comfort. Divino Figueroa, 10 918 813 844 www.hostalalcala.com -10% Hotel El Bedel A classic hotel in the heart of the city, next to the Plaza de Cervantes and the University . Surrounded by shops , monuments, leisure and entertainment. Plaza San Diego, 8 918 886 726 www.hotelelbedel.com -10% Restaurants Al Andalus Castilian decor, quality produce at good prices. Wine menu. Infantado, 3 918 892 140 www.alandalusrestaurante.es -10% off à la carte Alcaravea Featuring traditional Spanish market cuisine. Garena Tower area. Avenida Juan Carlos I, 13 918 305 430 www.alcaravea.com -10% off à la carte Restaurante Cervecería Cruz Blanca Alcalá Restaurant. Seasonal menu. Traditional and creative cuisine. Avenida Juan Carlos I, 13 918 305 533 www.cruzblancaalcala.es -20% off drink list not included. 36 37 37 El Patio de Mi casa Tapas, Cocktails and Gin Club. With a outdoor sitting café open all-year round. Teniente Ruiz, 10 665 599 048 -10% off à la carte and daily set menu El Sexto Sentido Fusion Spanish/contemporary cuisine in the historical centre. Francisco Díaz, 1 918 822 932 www.restaurantesextosentido.es -10% off the touristic menu Francesco´s Pizza Quality pizzas in the centre of Alcalá. Libreros, 15 918 328 317 www.francescopizza.es -10% off à la carte Gringo Viejo Specialising in Mexican and traditional Spanish cuisine. Next to Plaza de Cervantes. Outdoor sitting café open all-year round. Ramón y Cajal, 8 918 788 901 - 10% off à la carte and daily set menu 38 Hostería del Estudiante Located in a 17th-century building. Traditional Castilian cuisine. Colegios, 3 918 880 330 www.paradores.es -10% off à la carte La Casa Vieja Castilian and seasonal cuisine. Traditional Castilian decor. Woodfired oven. San Felipe Neri, 7 918 836 281 www.larutadelosmesones.com -10% off à la carte and tasting menu La Taberna de Rusty New restaurateurs. Daily set menu. Exclusive pavement cafe in the historical centre, very close to the Cervantes Birthplace Museum. Diego de Torres, 2 -10% off à la carte and daily set men -10% off à la carte El Pozo de los Sabores Mediterranean home cooking made with love. Carmen Descalzo, 18 910 280 574 / 695 96 96 18 www.elpozodelossabores.es -10% carta Las Cuadras de Rocinante La Cúpula Traditional Castilian cuisine. Located in the church of an old Capuchin college/convent. Santiago, 18 91 830 73 91 www.lacupularestaurante.net -10% off à la carte La Esquina Complutense Gastronomic Group. Located in a beautiful, restored small palace in the centre of the town. Traditional cuisine. Ángel, 1 y 3 91 882 73 90 www.laesquinacomplutense.com -10% off à la carte La Seda Specialising in tapas and traditional and Mediterranean home-style cooking. Next to Calle Mayor and Plaza de Cervantes. Del Tinte, 1 918 775 205 In the style of Cervantes, located next to the Cervantes Birthplace Museum. Spanish Golden Age period decor. Carmen Calzado, 1 918 800 888 www.mesonlascuadrasderocinante.es -10% off à la carte and tasting menu Las Retintas In the heart of the historical centre. Breakfast, tapas, daily set menu, a la carte menu, drinks and cocktails. Outdoor sitting café open in summer. Plaza de los Irlandeses, 9 91 0 016 824 La Posada de la Parra Trattoria with the purest traditional Italian flavor. Authentic restaurant out of the simplistic kitchen. Plaza de los Irlandeses, 4 619 84 39 02 -10% carta Miguel de Cervantes Traditional cuisine, specialising in fresh meat and fish, next to the Cervantes Birthplace Museum. Imagen, 12 918 831 277 www.hcervantes.es -10% off à la carte Nino Restaurant and Tapas Bar in the historical centre. Traditional cuisine. Mayor, 70 918 883 000 -10%off à la carte -10% off à la carte and tasting menu 39 Noah Gastropub and Gin Club in the historical centre. Extensive wine menu and avant-garde cuisine. Cerrajeros, 14 910 138 975 -10% off à la carte and daily set menu Restaurante El Encín Golf Next to the El Encín Golf Course. Carretera Nacional II. Exit 34. Km. 35,600. 918 307 069 www.encingolf.es -10% Santo Tomás del Parador de Alcalá Restaurant with a pleasant ambiance and exquisite decor. Wine tastings and exhibitions. Opposite the Magisterial Cathedral. Plaza de los Santos Niños, 5. 911 257 812 -10% off the Parador menu -10% off à la carte and daily set menu Restaurante Thai Rack Asian restaurant with a children’s play area. Avenida de Europa, s/n 918 838 116 -10% Restaurante Hotel Isla de la Garena Quality Spanish cuisine. Galileo Galilei, 18 918 781 670 www.hotelislagarena.com -10% off à la carte and daily set menu. Drinks not included Restaurante Macande 40 Vinoteca Restaurante Tempranillo Typical Spanish Golden Age cuisine, traditional with fresh, modern touches and typical desserts. Colegios, 8 918 880 330 www.paradores.es Tapelia Specialising in rice dishes and Mediterranean cuisine. Next to Plaza de Cervantes. Outdoor sitting café open all-year round. Ramón y Cajal, 8 918 880 740 -10% off à la carte and daily set menu Specialising in home-style cooking with set menus during the week and on weekends. Large outdoor sitting café open in summer. Corral de la Sinagoga s/n (access by Calle Mayor 53-57) 91 883 38 09 The only official Guinness Irish Pub in Alcalá. Avenida Juan Carlos I, 13 918 305 547 www.templebarstreet.es -10% off à la carte and daily set menu -10% off à la carte Temple Bar Street Charlotte Vintage Café In front of the Cathedral Magistral , Gastrobar with breakfast, tapas, snacks , drinks and cocktails menu . Wine and gintonic list. Outdoor Terrace. C/Victoria, 3 918 777 909 www.charlottealcaladehenares.es -10% Shops Textile, fashion and accessories Luca More Outlet Outlet store with leading brands in men’s and women’s wear. Mayor, 83 918 831 784 -5% Re-Mayor 79 Women’s fashion. Mayor, 79 918 836 495 -5% Teresa Tello Bags and accessories. Mayor, 72 918 774 593 -5% Un lugar en el Mundo Costume jewellery and glass beads. Mayor, 101 918 821 669 www. unlugarenelmundobypaula. blogspot.com -5% Mineralia Costume jewellery and glass beads. Mayor, 38 bis 918 831 554 www.mineralia.com -5% 41 By Diva Lingerie. Mayor, 91 918 203 318 www.bydiva.net -5% Royal Sherry Spanish fashion labels for men, women and children. Plaza de los Santos Niños, 5 918 775 161 www.valecuatro.com -5% Bookshops and stationer’s Bookshop Cervantes Charming bookshop decorated with antiques. Ramón y Cajal, 10 918 880 568 www.lalibreriadejavier.com -5% Health and beauty Soap gallery El Perroflauta Artisan soaps, homemade natural cosmetics and gift baskets. Mayor, 64 918 827 962 -5% 42 Decorative items and gifts Berakah San Felipe Neri, Local 3 918 798 052 -5% Capitel Mayor, 74 918 890 277 -5% Stationery Shop Ramírez Stationery, gifts and pens. Mayor, 101 918 880 265 -5% Riverton Hall A wonderful place in the birthplace of Cervantes, to find decorative items and gifts with character. Calle Mayor, 70 910 847 029 -5% Gourmet food and confectionery Esencias del Gourmet Gourmet products: wines, Iberian products and selected sweets. Mayor, 52 918 20 0 4 01 -5% Tourist companies Promoción Turística de Alcalá Guided tours around historical Alcalá. Guided two-hour trips around the town’s most emblematic places. 918 821 354 www.alcalaturismo.com -10% discount with prior booking Traditional Sweet Shop Cervantes Typical local sweets. Mayor, 33 918 776 860 -5% Cake Shop Yolmar Typical local sweets and desserts. Ronda de Pescadería, 14 918 812 970 Cervantalia Turismo Teatral Bicibus tourist activity. A fun way to explore the town, on a special bike for 17 people, pedalling and enjoying tapas. 918 882 566 www.cervantalia.com -10% discount with prior booking -5% Alcala Bikes Cosmen Alcalá High cafeteria, breakfast pastries and specializing in quality natural bakery products. C/Mayor, 92 918 779 530 www.facebook.com/callemayor92 -5% Bicycle tour through the historic center of Alcala de Henares in 2h45m. Bicycle Rental.. C/Teniente Ruiz, 2 912 657 867 www.alcalabikes.es -25% booking 43 Aranjuez On the banks of the Tajo River, Aranjuez was the site the Bourbons chose to establish their spring residence as an administrative framework of the Royal Sites established by the itinerant Court. Together with the widely admired palace gardens, with their great botanical variety, the natural setting that surrounds the town has also been listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Essential visits include the Royal Palace which offers guided tours, the Royal Barge Museum, the Casa del Labrador and the 200-year-old Bullring in the Historical Centre which has been declared a Historical/ Artistic Complex. A stroll through the Prince, Island and Flowerbed Gardens evokes the melodies that the master Spanish composer Joaquín Rodrigo dedicated to them in his famous Concierto de Aranjuez. To really get to grips with the town you will need more than a day, as on top of the Palace and its gardens there are the areas around the Tajo River and the historical groves and orchards which in the past provided food to the Court and the produce of which we can today sample in the delicious dishes prepared by the local restaurants, some of them Michelin-starred. In spring and autumn, catch the Strawberry Train to the town, which departs from the old Delicias station on the weekends. However, any time of year is good to discover its natural environment on foot, bike or horseback. MO RI NIO MUN D L IA PA T Municipal Tourist Information Office MAD ABOUT INFO I N R AG E MO E WORLD H NDIAL • • IT United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization E • PATRIM O Aranjuez Cultural Landscape inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2001 www.aranjuez.es Plaza de San Antonio, 9 T. 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es Aranjuez 28300 Madrid 45 1 Royal Palace. Royal Barge Museum 918 910 740 info@patrimonionacional.es 2 Real Casa del Labrador 918 910 740 info@patrimonionacional.es 3 Bullring and Bullfighting Museum Historical/Artistic Monument 918 910 427 museotaurino@aranjuez.es 4 Wine Cellars Real Cortijo Historical/Artistic Monument 915 357 735 clientes@realcortijo.com 5 Wine Cellars El Regajal El Regajal-Mar de Ontígola Nature Reserve 913 078 903 veronica@elregajal.es 6 Joaquín Rodrigo Monument Joaquín Rodrigo, Marquis of Aranjuez Gardens, rests here alongside his wife Victoria Kamhi in the Aranjuez family vault. www.joaquin-rodrigo.com 7 Mariblanca Square 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 8 Royal Chapel of St Anthony 48 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 9 Royal Theater of Charles III 918 924 386 www.teatroaranjuez.es 10 Abastos Market 918 911 663 ascomar@mercadodearanjuez.es 11 Constitución Square 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 12 Isabel de Farnesio Cultural Centre 918 924 386 secretariacultura@aranjuez.es 13 San Pascual Convent 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 14 Godoy Palace 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 15 Alpajés Church 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 16 Aranjuez Waterwheel 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 17 Rusiñol Arbor 918 910 427 infoturismo@aranjuez.es 49 Schedule of activities ROYAL COLISEUM OF CHARLES III ANNUAL PROGRAMMING Check programme highlights at www. cultura/aranjuez.es January February July TAPAS ROUTE AND GASTRONOMIC EVENTS August March September STRAWBERRY TRAIN (spring, autumn) April A mainstay of Madrid culture and recreation, includes the journey in the historical train and a full schedule of activities in Aranjuez. October 33rd ALFARANJUEZ CRAFT FAIR May Spain’s second-largest and oldest pottery fair. ST FERDINAND FEAST DAYS MOTÍN FESTIVITIES Declared of International Tourist Interest. First weekend in September. www.aranjuez.es Spring-autumn 918 923 050 www.aranjuez.es 5TH TRADE, INDUSTRY AND SERVICES FAIR Brings together 50 exhibitors representing the most characteristic activities of the sector. TAPAS ROUTE AND GASTRONOMIC EVENTS Spring-autumn 918 923 050 www.aranjuez.es November 30 May. Traditional St Ferdinand Bullfight 21ST ANCIENT MUSIC FESTIVAL (May June) June International festival, principal platform. December SPRING CONCERTS (June) 50 Featuring the municipal band, held outdoors in the historical Plaza de San Antonio. Free entrance. 51 Hotels Nh Príncipe de La Paz Hotel Real Hostel El Cocherón Hotel Located opposite the Royal Palace, a few metres from the Gardens. San Antonio, 22 918 099 222 www.nh-hoteles.es A stone’s throw from the Royal Palace and Gardens. Montesinos, 22 918 754 350 www.elcocheron1919.com -10% -10% Barceló Hotel Jardín de Aranjuez Hotel In an exceptional setting to relax and unwind. Plaza de la Unesco, 2 918 099 399 www.barcelo.com Located on one of the town’s main avenues. C/ del Príncipe, 26 918 754 207 www.hoteljardindearanjuez.com -10% -10% Don Manuel Hotel Close to places of interest such as the Royal Barge Museum. C/ del Príncipe, 71 918 754 086 www.donmanuelhotel.com -10% Santa Marta Hostel Modern rooms. Infantas, 19 918 924 767 www.hostal-rte-santamarta.com -10% Recently refurbished. Infantas, 4 918 090 369 www.hostalrealaranjuez.com -10% Camping Internacional Enjoy an unforgettable stay. Carretera Antigua N IV km 46 918 911 395 www.campingaranjuez.com -10% discount in low season Restaurants Alegría de La Huerta Traditional cuisine in a pleasant setting next to the river. Carretera Madrid, 4 918 912 938 www.laalegriadelahuerta.com -10% off the “Legacy Cities” menu Asador El Corral de La Abuela Specialists in meat dishes, roast lamb and suckling pig. Own wine cellar. C/ de la Reina, 2 918 920 237 www.elcorraldelaabuela.es -10% Bonavia Traditional cuisine from the north and Aranjuez; portions. Suitable for people with Coeliac Disease. Postas ,20 626 452 237 mmmosquera8@hotmail.com -10% Cookery Traditional cuisine. Right in the historical heart. Discount on à la carte. 918 011 336 / 609 27 58 91 lamarcabea@hotmail.com -10% Gastrobar Almíbar Traditional Aranjuez cuisine. Almíbar, 138 918 910 097 www.restaurantealmibar.es -10% 52 53 El Castillo Inside the Prince Garden. Camino de Colmenar, s/n (Jardín del Principe) 918 913 000 www.elcastillo1806.com -10% Carême Tourist area, pleasant vibe. Avenida del Príncipe, 26 918 011 529 www.thedublineririshcoffee.com -10% Góngora La Estrella de Aranjuez Restaurante Cheers Quality fresh products goes into every dish. Postas, 14 (pedestrian street) 918 918 302 / 630 743 525 www.laestrelladearanjuez.com Traditional cuisine next to Alpajés Church. Principe, 55 91 891 32 64 restaurantcheers@hotmail.com -10% off à la carte. Free shots -10% off à la carte La Italiana Restaurante Quid Two outdoor sitting café with exceptional views of the Palace. Avda. de Palacio, 3 918 926 486 www.caremejesusdelcerro.com In the heart of the historical centre. Traditional cuisine. Capitán Angosto Gómez Castrillón, 21 918 918 290 www.gongorarestaurante.es Retro-style café, opened in 1956. San Antonio, 53 91 891 22 50 info@cafeterialaitaliana.com Traditional cuisine. Avenida del Príncipe, 5 918 913 394 www.restaurantequid.com -10% off meals and afternoon -10% -10% -10% teas Casa José Jardín del Príncipe Tradition, innovation, exquisite customer service. Michelin Star. Carrera de Andalucía, 32 918 911 488 www.casajose.es Menus adapted to all customer requirements. C/ de la Reina, 6 918 754 160 www.jardindelprincipe.com -10% -10% Casa Pablo Blends traditional and market contemporary cuisine, tasting menu. Almíbar, 42 918 911 451 www.casapablo.net -10% 54 Dubliner Irish Coffee La Cava Real Rooms with views of the Isabel II Garden. Real, 1 918 924 704 www.lacavareal.es -10% off à la carte Rana Verde Medinaceli Palace Extensive range of signature cuisine. Specialists in roast dishes. In the heart of the historical centre. Gobernador,62 910 135 294 www.restaurante palaciodemedinaceli.com -10% Entreamigos Traditional homemade and Lebanese cuisine. Carretera de Andalucía, 62 626 163 914 / 918 915 679 clattouf@gmail.com -10% off à la carte Privileged location next to Prince Garden. C/ de la Reina, 1 918 911 325 www.elranaverde.com -10% Santa Marta Traditional cuisine. Calle de las Infantas, 19 918 924 767 www.hostal-rte-santamarta.com -10% 55 Vivaldi Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Principe, 30 918 754 124 vivaldi1775@gmail.com -10% off à la carte Discounts apply to restaurant, Bullfighting Museum Colores Series Guided tour around the 200 year-old Bullring and Bullfighting Museum. Avenida de Plaza de Toros s/n 918 910 427 museotaurino@aranjuez.es Gallery with exhibitions and the sale of regional products. Free entrance. C/ Del Rey, 3 911 198 644 www.seriecolores.com Group’s reduced entrance fee -10% off gift items and Bodegas Ercavio wine not coffee; events excluded. Wine Cellars El Regajal Activities Tourist boat (El Curiosity) Thematic 45-minute trips along the Tajo River. Drinks and show included. Departure: Barcas Bridge (next to the Canoeing Club) 918 91 5 923 / 685 566 148 www.elcuriosity.com -15% Guided tour around the wineries in the El Regajal-Mar de Ontígola Nature Reserve. Carretera de Andalucía, km 50,5 913 078 903 leticia@elregajal.es www.elregajal.es -10% off the tour -5% off “El Regajal” wine Wine Cellars Real Cortijo Guided tour around the Bodegas Carlos III, the only Royal wine cellar in Spain. León Ruiz Ruiz, s/n 915 357 735 www.realcortijo.com Cuadras Bella Vista Horseback trails around the Aranjuez Historical Groves. An unforgettable adventure for beginners and experts alike. Ojalvo, s/n 629 41 01 00 www.cuadrabellavista.com -10% Excursions around Aranjuez Excursions Aranjuez Guided tours around Aranjuez, the Royal Palace and Gardens. Gonzalo Chacón, 60 685 566 148 www.excursionesaranjuez.com -10% Focus Aranjuez Original guided routes. Led by a landscape architect. Infantas, 77, 1º, puerta 4 636 864 536 www.focusaranjuez.es -20% Rutas Eti winery Discover the history and nature of Aranjuez on bike. Santisima Trinidad, 8 Madrid 914 461 497 www.estudiosterritoriales.net/ Cicloturismo.html -15% off Madrid Homet 2004 -5% -10% off the guided tour to the and 2005 designation of origin wine (standard 750 mL Bordeaux bottle) 56 57 Tourist Train A journey around the Historical Centre and the Prince Garden. Departs from: Silvela Palace. La Montaña Business Centre. Patrimonio Mundial, 7 oficina 53 902 088 089 www.arantour.com Sankara Botanical and Nature Survival routes. Ibiza, 4 918 914 350 www.sankara.es -10% -10% Danco Aventura Turmismo Guided tours around the Cultural Landscape Gardens and Historical/ Artistic Complex. Almansa, 20 629 572 136 www.rutasporaranjuez.es An adventure amongst centuriesold trees, multi-adventure track and canoeing along the Tajo River. Finca Soto del Parral M-318 km 1,2 918 938 457 www.dancoaventura.com -10% Shops Abastos Market The classic commercial centre of Aranjuez is located in an emblematic building in the heart of the town. With over 100 stalls boasting typical products, mostly food produce, of great quality and variety, and a restaurant area in the old market courtyard. Plaza de la Constitución, s/n 918 911 663 www.mercaranjuez.es -3% -20% Servitur Guided tours around the Cultural Landscape Gardens and Historical/ Artistic complex. Profesora Modesto Navarro, 2 646 374 638 www.servituraranjuez.com -20% 58 Visitaranjuez Guided tours daily 11:30, 16:30 and night rute . No. 1 Attraction on TripAdvisor. We tell the story for you to live it. 699 649 510 www.visitaranjuez.com -20% y precios especiales para grupos 59 The passport can be obtained throughout the Madrid Tourism Offices network and shall be stamped in the Alcalá de Henares, Aranjuez and San Lorenzo de El Escorial Tourist Offices. When your passport is completed with CONDITIONS FOR USE the stamps of the three cities, you can • The passport is personal. A single passport will be issued per person or family unit. request three tourist guides from the collection of the Madrid Region from any 60 • Offers may not be combined with other promotions. of the participating tourist offices or at the • Before using the passport, please indicate the promotion you are interested in. Tourist Office at calle Alcalá 31, Madrid. • Bookings subject to availability. 61 RENFE SUBURBAN RAIL MADRID The most important tourist information on each town in the suburban rail network map brochure is included. Special offer: With the purchase of two adult tickets to any of the three destinations, one child up to the age of 12 travels free. Promotional information on this programme at www.renfe.com NATIONAL HERITAGE Visitors to Aranjuez and San Lorenzo de El Escorial can purchase annual or two-month vouchers to the Royal Sites. www.patrimonionacional.es Published by: Directorate General of Tourism, Regional Ministry of Employment, Tourism and Culture, Region of Madrid. © copyright: texts: the authors © copyright: photos: the photographers In collaboration with: Alcalá de Henares Town Hall. Aranjuez Town Hall. San Lorenzo de El Escorial Town Hall. Directorate General of Trade, Regional Ministry of Economy and Treasury, Region of Madrid. Madrid Regional Transport Consortium. Patrimonio Nacional. RENFE. 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