If you’re searching for day-trip inspiration, we’ve got some suggestions. Sitting 19 miles away, San Lorenzo de El Escorial is worth hopping in the car for. Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen and La Silla de Felipe II alone justify the drive out here. Don’t skip Madrid either! Just 35 miles away, Gran Via Street, Puerta del Sol and Madrid Rio are must-sees here.