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Toledo: Guided Monument Walking Tour with Wristband Pass

1. Toledo: Guided Monument Walking Tour with Wristband Pass

This visit offers a tour of the monumental City of Toledo, a World Heritage Site since 1986. Through its narrow streets, monuments and historic squares, which constantly evoke the Toledo of the Three Cultures, the heart of the city is gradually discovered. Visiting the Church of Santo Tomé, we can see the famous painter El Greco through his masterpiece “El Entierro del Señor de Orgaz” (“The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz”), considered one of the best paintings of Spanish painting. The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, built in the XII century, is considered the oldest synagogue building in Europe still standing. It was converted to a Catholic church in the early 15th century, and nowadays is just a tourist place, not a temple. Here, beauty and architecture come together, as well as being able to breathe the atmosphere of tolerance that reigned during the period of coexistence of the three cultures. The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, a unique building of Spanish-Flemish Gothic architecture, surprises us with its connection to the life and politics of the Catholic kings, Isabel and Fernando. After the guided explanation of these monuments, each one at their own can continue enjoying access to the other monuments included in the tourist bracelet: The Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, the Church of El Salvador, the College of Noble Maidens or the Jesuit Church, thanks to the valid tourist bracelet throughout his stay in Toledo.Receive a tourist bracelet that gives you access to 7 monuments of the city, that are the following: the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, the Church of Santo Tomé, the Jesuit Church, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, the Church of El Salvador, and the Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles.

Toledo Half-Day Tour from Madrid

2. Toledo Half-Day Tour from Madrid

Depart Madrid for the medieval city of Toledo, picturesquely located on the banks of the River Tagus. The half-day tour provides a full introduction to the historic city, wandering winding streets to monuments that reveal its fascinating past. Start with a panoramic walking tour of the old quarters, and visit the Plaza del Ayuntamiento to see the magnificent façade of the Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary, the old Palace of Justice, and Toledo City Hall. Continue through the former Jewish Quarter, wandering the narrow streets to the Church of St. Tomé, location of El Greco’s famous painting, “The Burial of Count Orgaz.” Visit the old Synagogue of Ste. Maria la Blanca, which remains as a symbol of the co-existence of Toledo’s “3 Cultures.” End with a visit to a typical Damasquino (Damascene) factory to see the precious jewelry perfected by the Arabs and brought to Spain by the Moors.

Toledo: Tourist Bracelet with Entry to 7 Attractions

3. Toledo: Tourist Bracelet with Entry to 7 Attractions

Visit some of the most popular monuments of Toledo to gain a full appreciation of the city's history, culture, and values. Your bracelet is your ticket to discover the Church of El Salvador, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, the synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca, and more Spanish treasures. Embark on a self-guided tour across Toledo with entry to 7 sights that play key roles in local history. Take your time exploring each location in your preferred order and revisit your favorites so long as you wear your bracelet. Learn about the education of young women through the centuries at the Royal College of Noble Maidens. Find the finest work of Renaissance artist El Greco at Santo Tomé. See the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes and learn of its political significance. Understand the diversity of the city’s religious past with a visit to the Church of El Salvador, the Church of the Jesuits, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, and the Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca. Admire the unique architecture and worship rituals in each one.

From Madrid: Toledo with 7 Monuments and Optional Cathedral

4. From Madrid: Toledo with 7 Monuments and Optional Cathedral

See the UNESCO World Heritage monuments of Toledo on this day trip from Madrid on an airconditioned bus. Stroll down medieval streets to learn the story of how Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities lived in harmony in this imperial city. Depart aboard a comfortable and spacious bus from central Madrid and relax on th drive to Toledo. Visit emblematic sites such as the church of Santo Tomé, the Jewish District and the Synagogue of Santa María La Blanca.  Head to the city’s most important historic districts and monuments with fast track entry. Explore 3 sites with your guide and 4 sites on your once. Depending on the option you select, be able to visit the Toledo Cathedral with our guide.  Have free time to explore the rest of the city on your own. Return to places already visited or enter freely into further locations with tickets provided by your guide, including the Church of the Saviour and the Colegio de las Doncellas Nobles.  Spend free time purchasing lunch or a drink to enjoy on a beautiful terrace. Get recommendations from your guide and what to see and where to eat and drink. At the end of your Toledo Tour, return to central Madrid by bus and get advice on what to do in Madrid. 

From Madrid: Toledo Half-Day Tour

5. From Madrid: Toledo Half-Day Tour

Located just 40 miles (70 km) away from Madrid, Toledo is famous as the 'city of three cultures' – Christians, Muslims, and Jews – as they have lived together in this imperial city for generations. Experience the melding of religion and culture firsthand and see buildings from numerous periods including: Arabian, Gothic, Mudéjar, Renaissance and Baroque style.  Toledo Half-Day Morning Tour itinerary: • Departure at 8:45 AM • Toledo guided tour including admission to the Cathedral • Panoramic sightseeing of Toledo • Free time to enjoy the city at your own pace Toledo Half-Day Afternoon Tour itinerary: • Departure at 3:00 PM  • Outside view of the Cathedral • Church of St. Tomé with 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz', masterpiece of El Greco • Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca and tour through the Jewish Quarter • San Juan de los Reyes Monastery • Panoramic sightseeing of Toledo

Madrid: Full-Day Guided Tour of Toledo with Cathedral Visit

6. Madrid: Full-Day Guided Tour of Toledo with Cathedral Visit

Discover the treasures of Toledo on a guided day trip from Madrid by bus. Soak up the views of the medieval city from the Mirador del Valle and witness El Greco's masterpiece in the Church of Santo Tomé. Depart from Madrid and travel to the Mirador del Valle. Here, admire the views of Toledo from across the Tagus River. Next, head to Toledo's historical center, recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site. Learn about the coexistence of Jews, Christians, and Muslims who shaped the city over the centuries from your guide. Step into the Church of Santo Tomé, and see El Greco's "The Burial of Count Orgaz." Continue to the Synagogue of Saint Mary and finish your tour at the imposing Primada Cathedral.

From Madrid: Toledo Cathedral & Jewish Quarter Half-Day Tour

7. From Madrid: Toledo Cathedral & Jewish Quarter Half-Day Tour

Set out from Madrid to discover a city where Christians, Jews, and Muslims intermingled hundreds of years ago in this half-day tour of Toledo. Visit the High Gothic cathedral, Plaza de Zocodover, and Church of Santo Tomé. Walk the same streets described in Cervantes’s Don Quixote. The tour starts with a bus ride from Madrid. Upon arrival in Toledo, stop first at the Mirador del Valle. Snap a picture of the panoramic view. The historic center of Toledo stands on the other side of the Tagus River. Spot the Alcazar and the Toledo Cathedral with their prominent towers. In the old city, stop in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Learn about the Toledo Cathedral before entering. Look for features in the mudejar style. They are one example of the influence Islamic architecture had on the church’s design. Don’t miss the ornate retable while walking through the cathedral.  From the Cathedral, wind along the streets into the Jewish Quarter. The buildings showcase the mixing of cultures hundreds of years ago, such as the Church of San Tome. Go inside to see a large painting by El Greco. Note the elongated faces and hands. They are the painter’s trademarks. Continue further to the Synagogue of Santa Maria La Blanca. Look around to find the various Jewish, Christian, and Islamic influences. Learn more of Toledo’s history and contributions to Spanish culture before heading back to Madrid. 

Madrid: Toledo and El Escorial Full-Day Coach Tour

8. Madrid: Toledo and El Escorial Full-Day Coach Tour

Begin your tour in El Escorial. This was the symbol of the Spanish power in the 16th-century and commemorates the battle of St. Quentin. It is also mausoleum for Charles V. Due to the symmetry and balance of its construction, according to the humanist Renaissance style, for years it had been considered for years the eighth wonder of the world. Explore Habsburg Palace, the Kings and Princes Mausoleum, the Chapter House, and the Basilica. Next, 9 kilometers away from El Escorial, discover an enormous monument built between 1940 and 1959 to honor the fallen during the Spanish Civil War.  The basilica is carved into the mountain at 1,350 meters where an impressive 150 meters high cross places itself over the magnificent landscape of Madrid’s mountain range. Discover the City of the Three Cultures, 70 kilometers from Madrid. Toledo is a beautiful city-museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the oldest towns in Europe and has great artistic beauty with buildings from almost all periods in history including Arabian, Gothic, Mudéjar, Renaissance, and Baroque style. Visit the outside of the Cathedral and the interior of the Sto. Tomé Church with The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz, a masterpiece by El Greco. Explore the interior of the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca and the interior of the incredible monastery of San Juan de Los Reyes. Go to see a demonstration of the famous technique of damascened, inlay of precious metals in steel and forging of swords. Finish your tour with a panoramic sightseeing tour of Toledo and stop at a viewpoint for breathtaking views of the city where you can take the best pictures of Toledo.

Toledo Complete with monuments and Cathedral

9. Toledo Complete with monuments and Cathedral

With this guided tour you will discover one of the cities with the most history in Europe, founded by the Romans in the 2nd century BC, and you will visit some of its most outstanding buildings. This is the most complete tour to get to know Toledo, and understand why so many towns have made it one of their capitals. The Tourist Bracelet gives you access to 7 monuments, 3 of which you will visit with your guide: The Church of Santo Tomé, where we will discover El Greco's masterpiece “The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz”; in the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca we can breathe the atmosphere of tolerance that reigned during the period of coexistence of the Three Cultures; The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, a unique building of Spanish-Flemish Gothic architecture, surprises us with its connection to the life and politics of the Catholic kings, Isabel and Fernando. On your own, during the time you are in Toledo, you can visit the other monuments included in the bracelet. In the afternoon, at 4:15 pm, after lunch (you can include this option in your route), your guide will show you the most important monument of the city: the incomparable Primate Cathedral, known as the Dives Toletana (the Rich of Toledo) for the incredible riches that you keep inside, that you will not find anywhere else, and that will leave you speechless.

Toledo: Private Walking Tour with licensed guide

10. Toledo: Private Walking Tour with licensed guide

We will visit the heart of the Imperial City of Toledo, and its historical complex. In our itinerary, we will visit its most emblematic streets and squares. In the Historic center, there are such interesting places as El Alcázar, Plaza de Zocodover, the First Cathedral of Spain, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, the Jewish Quarter, the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, the Synagogue of Transit or the Monastery. of San Juan de Los Reyes. These are just some of the best-known. In addition, we could access underground excavations not open to the general public to get to know part of the Hidden Toledo, such as Islamic Hammam, Roman Baths, medieval Aljibe (well), Jewish Ritual Bath (Mickvé), etc... We will advise you based on the opening days, hours, tastes, and preferences which places would be the most appropriate to visit. The proposed order of the itinerary may vary due to the collection of travelers at their accommodation or wherever they choose

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The entire tour was amazing! Jesus, our tour guide, did a remarkable job showing us the sites with excitement and passion, not to mention his English was perfect. I honestly wish that we had two days in Toledo because it’s that interesting. Know before you go: it’s best to train in, the parking situation is horrible. The wristbands they provide you give you all-day repeat access. The courtyard outside the cathedral is where you’ll meet the guide, just look for a white umbrella. Also, if you did drive in, go to Mirador. It’s the perfect picturesque location to see all of Toledo.

We had a great day in Toledo with our guide and group. Our guide, Arantxa, was an energetic bundle of joy and information. We learned quite a bit, and laughed a lot also! Loved the detailed tour of the Cathedral, truly a jewel!

Our tour guide, Rafael was very knowledgeable and did an excellent job explaining the sites in both languages Spanish and English. We enjoyed the tour and highly recommend visiting Toledo as part of travel planning to Madrid.

It was refreshing to sit back and let someone guide us and show us Toledo. Saw everything we needed to see and had a great guide.

The guide was well-prepared and gave an enjoyable guide through the town.