Church

Royal Monastery of the Incarnation

Palacio and Ópera, Madrid

Address
Plaza de la Encarnación 1, Madrid
Hours
Tue to Sat
10:00 to 14:00, 16:00 to 18:30
Sun
10:00 to 15:00
Mon
Closed

Visits Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 18:30, Sundays and holidays 10:00 to 15:00. Single ticket 9 euros.

Source: esmadrid.com, checked 7 Nov 2026.

A convent founded in 1611 by Queen Margaret, wife of Philip III, for Augustinian Recollect nuns. It holds the relic of Saint Pantaleon.

Cost €
Time needed 1 hour
Best time Wednesday or Thursday afternoon

Insider tip

Entry is free on Wednesdays and Thursdays 16:00 to 18:30, last access 17:30.

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Around Palacio and Ópera

Royal Palace, cathedral and the Habsburg streets

Palacio and Ópera is the western end of the old centre, around the Royal Palace, the Almudena Cathedral and the Teatro Real. Plaza de la Villa and the streets of the Habsburg-era city sit just east of them.

Palacio and Ópera has 28 places on the Roam Madrid map: 8 landmarks, 4 churches and cathedrals, 4 cafes, 3 parks and gardens, 3 bars, 2 shops, 2 restaurants, 1 viewpoint and 1 market. Read the Palacio and Ópera guide.

Good to know

What is the address of Royal Monastery of the Incarnation?
Plaza de la Encarnación 1, Madrid.
What are the opening hours of Royal Monastery of the Incarnation?
Tue to Sat 10:00 to 14:00, 16:00 to 18:30; Sun 10:00 to 15:00; Closed Mon. Visits Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 18:30, Sundays and holidays 10:00 to 15:00. Single ticket 9 euros.
How long do you need at Royal Monastery of the Incarnation?
Plan for 1 hour.
When is the best time to visit Royal Monastery of the Incarnation?
Wednesday or Thursday afternoon.

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