A still-working convent of Poor Clare nuns founded by Joanna of Austria in 1559, full of royal gifts: Rubens tapestries, a painted grand staircase and relic chapels, 200 metres from Sol.
- Address
- Plaza de las Descalzas 3, 28013 Madrid
- Hours
- Guided visits only; closed Mondays (times not verified 2026)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 1 h
- Price
- Patrimonio Nacional ticket; price not verified 2026
- Price level
- €€
- Free entry
- Free for everyone on 18 May and 12 October
Also free for: Under 5s; EU citizens/residents and Ibero-American citizens free Wed and Thu 16:00-18:30; disability 33%+ and companion; ICOM
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Visits are by guided tour only with small groups; book on the Patrimonio Nacional site.
- No photos inside.