Museum of San Isidoro de León Tour

Would you like to marvel at the Sistine Chapel of the Romanesque? With this visit to the Museum of San Isidoro de León, you'll discover one of the most important Romanesque complexes in Europe.

Tour Details

We'll meet at your chosen time during the booking process in the interior of the Museum of San Isidoro de León. The tour covers the cloister and the chapter house, as well as notable pieces like the Arqueta de los Marfiles from the 11th century. The highlight is the Royal Panteon or Sistine Chapel of the Romanesque, featuring significant frescoes. The tour includes the main staircase, chamber of Doña Sancha, and concludes at the Renaissance Library, which holds around 2,000 volumes and over 100 codices. The chalice of Doña Urraca is also presented. The tour lasts one hour and ends at the museum entrance.

Ticket Only

For a self-guided visit, an audio guide is available during museum opening hours:

January 1 to March 31

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm and 4 pm - 7 pmWednesday: 10 am - 2 pm and 6 pm - 7 pmSunday: 10 am - 2 pm

April 1 to August 31

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm and 5 pm - 8 pmWednesday: 10 am - 2 pm and 7 pm - 8 pmSunday: 10 am - 2 pm

Special hours on April 17, 18, 19: 10 am - 2 pm and 4 pm - 8 pm; April 24, June 24: 10 am - 2 pm; May 1, July 25, August 15: 10 am - 2 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm; July 29 to August 31: Tuesday-Saturday 9 am - 9 pm, Sunday 9 am - 3 pm.

September 1 to October 12

Tuesday to Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm and 4 pm - 8 pmSunday: 10 am - 2 pm

October 13 to December 31

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm and 4 pm - 7 pmWednesday: 10 am - 2 pm and 6 pm - 7 pmSunday: 10 am - 2 pm

Closed on December 25. Final admission is 30 minutes before closing.

Children under 12

Children under 12 must be accompanied by their parents.