Rating
4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)
Interesting Sites Nearby
Plaza Mayor (0,8 km)
Royal Palace of Madrid (0,8 km)
Cybele Palace (2,1 km)
Almudena Cathedral (0,6 km)
Oratorio del Caballero de Gracia (1,6 km)
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum (1,8 km)
San Ginés Church (1 km)
Museo Reina SofÃa (1,7 km)
Convent of Las Descalzas Reales (1,2 km)
El Escorial (41,7 km)
Alcalá de Henares University (30,8 km)
Royal Palace of Aranjuez (42,6 km)
Alcalá de Henares Cathedral (30,3 km)
Archbishop's Palace of Alcalá de Henares (30,3 km)
La Granja de San Ildefonso Palace (59,4 km)
New Castle of Manzanares el Real (37,3 km)
Monastery of El Paular (55,1 km)
Real Fábrica de Cristales (60,1 km)
User Reviews
Anneka Austin (16 months ago)
One of the most stunningly beautiful churches I have ever seen, completely worth the visit. A must see!
One of the most stunningly beautiful churches I have ever seen, completely worth the visit. A must see!
Lilia Subkhankulova (16 months ago)
Most beautiful church at a nominal entry price. Some really beautiful frescos and paintings. I am glad we went - just be aware of the opening times.
Most beautiful church at a nominal entry price. Some really beautiful frescos and paintings. I am glad we went - just be aware of the opening times.
macedonboy (16 months ago)
This is without one of the finest churches in Spain. From the outside it's not much to look at. It's only when you get to the front facade that you see it's been built in the Neo-Classical style, albeit decorated simply. The simplicity of the exterior belies the exceptional interiors with it's walls decorated with some of the most stunning paintings I've ever seen. Like most large churches, there are dedications to the twelve apostles. Here in this church there are larger than life statues dedicated to each. The cupola and alter are exceptional in it's artistry and are worth the entrance fee alone. As befits a church dedicated to Saint Francis, the church also contains a very large and special collection of paintings dedicated to the saint and the Franciscan order. A must see if in the city and totally worth the entrance fee. As an added bonus, there are guided tours, the only downside is that the tours are in Spanish only.
This is without one of the finest churches in Spain. From the outside it's not much to look at. It's only when you get to the front facade that you see it's been built in the Neo-Classical style, albeit decorated simply. The simplicity of the exterior belies the exceptional interiors with it's walls decorated with some of the most stunning paintings I've ever seen. Like most large churches, there are dedications to the twelve apostles. Here in this church there are larger than life statues dedicated to each. The cupola and alter are exceptional in it's artistry and are worth the entrance fee alone. As befits a church dedicated to Saint Francis, the church also contains a very large and special collection of paintings dedicated to the saint and the Franciscan order. A must see if in the city and totally worth the entrance fee. As an added bonus, there are guided tours, the only downside is that the tours are in Spanish only.
Sharon Blackford (16 months ago)
Gorgeous paintings and side chapels in this domed basilica. If you understand Spanish, the guided tour is excellent.
Gorgeous paintings and side chapels in this domed basilica. If you understand Spanish, the guided tour is excellent.
Glenn A. Jaspart (17 months ago)
Impressive basilica. One of the most beautiful cupolas in Spain (more than 30m in diameter). When inside, you can't help but feel belittled by such grandeur. The entrance is free but access to the museum will cost you a few Euros. A must-see if you are interested in breathtaking architecture.
Impressive basilica. One of the most beautiful cupolas in Spain (more than 30m in diameter). When inside, you can't help but feel belittled by such grandeur. The entrance is free but access to the museum will cost you a few Euros. A must-see if you are interested in breathtaking architecture.
