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Toledo: Walking Tour with Tourist Wristband Access Pass

1. Toledo: Walking Tour with Tourist Wristband Access Pass

Meet your guide at City Hall Square and walk through the charming cobbled streets of Toledo. Arrive at the Jewish quarter, where the 3 monuments that you will visit with your guide are located.  Discover why the Catholic Monarchs commissioned the fabulous Monastery St. John of the Kings in the 15th century. This exceptional church is a marvelous example of flamboyant gothic architecture, which was erected by the most popular architects at the time. Admire El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz, where the artist portrayed the society of his time. Listen to the story behind this iconic painting in order to know why the Lord of Orgaz was honored by the saint while his body was being buried in 1323.  See the inside of The Old Synagogue named Santa Maria La Blanca. Inside its walls evokes the atmosphere of the city of the three faiths, where the Christians, Muslims, and Jews were able to coexist.

Toledo: Cathedral Tour with a Local Guide

2. Toledo: Cathedral Tour with a Local Guide

Meet your guide in the City Hall Square and admire the western façade of Santa María de Toledo Cathedral. Then, with your guide, go on a tour into one of the biggest cathedrals in Spain and admire the pointing arches, the ribbed vaults, and the stained-glass windows in the greatest gothic cathedral of Spain. Learn about the history of this basilica from its construction in the 12th-century up until the modern day. Discover that before the cathedral, other temples were erected here over this sacred land.  Stroll down the naves to see the Treasure Chapel and to admire the fabulous Monstrance, made by Enrique de Arfe in the 16th-century. Explore the main altarpiece, which is wonderfully carved and summarises the life of Jesus. Hear the stories about the depictions in the choir stalls. See the vast organs that are still in use. Have time to admire a unique window called the Clear, made of wonderful marble, bronze, and alabaster. Do not miss the exquisite artworks of El Greco, Velazquez, Goya, and Caravaggio. 

Toledo: Exclusive Private Tour with Licensed Guide

3. Toledo: Exclusive Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Your walking tour starts at Plaza de Zocodover (the main square), or alternatively your guide can pick you up from the train or bus station, or your accommodation in Toledo. Throughout this 3-hour tour, you will walk through the Christian, Jewish and Muslim quarters of Toledo. You will visit the Alcázar, the synagogues, the mosque, and the 13th century cathedral, throughout this eclectic trip covering many aspects of this diverse city. Your guide will have years of experience up their sleeve, and will be on hand to answer any questions which might arise throughout your tour. You will also become familiar with the fantastic works of El Greco, visiting his masterpiece "The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz" (at the Church of Santo Tomé). You will also experience exclusive underground sites and archaeological remains, such as 13th-century wells, Roman thermal baths, and many more magical places.

Toledo Cathedral Guided Tour

4. Toledo Cathedral Guided Tour

Explore the Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo on a guided tour. Discover the history of this impressive structure, built in 1226 AD on an ancient Visigoth temple and former mosque. Start the tour by admiring the main facade of the cathedral, famous for its monumental doors. Note the Portal of the Lions, adorned with elaborate statues. Inside the cathedral, see its beautifully illuminated cloister. See how the vaults and galleries allow the light to seep through the huge arches. Discover the architectural elements that indicate the Islamic history of the site. During the tour, learn also why the city of Toledo is a confluence of three religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. Explore the many beautiful sections of the cathedral including the main altar, the sacristy, and the chapter room, where religious ceremonies take place. The tour is conducted by a Spanish-speaking guide specialized in the history of Toledo.

Toledo: Mysteries and Secrets Tour

5. Toledo: Mysteries and Secrets Tour

Dive into the mysterious and sinister Toledo where every corner, hallway, street, or warehouse contains a secret. Discover the hidden side of this ancient city, as you hear about magic, witchcraft, and unusual events. Throughout this evening tour, walk through the streets of the city center to discover places where apparitions and psychophonies have been recorded. Visit one of the oldest buildings in Toledo to enter into the dungeon of one of the most important prisons of the Inquisition. Its walls have witnessed some of the most macabre tortures imaginable, and the site is alleged to contain concentrated and mixed apparitions, as well as paranormal phenomena. Following 1.5 hours, your tour concludes in the center of Toledo. The tour is conducted by a Spanish-speaking guide specialized in the history of Toledo.

Toledo: Ancient Underground City Tour

6. Toledo: Ancient Underground City Tour

Since very early times, Toledo's forefathers have excavated rock for different purposes. Rock was excavated for storing water, creating shelter from wars, forging hidden passageways, and building spas, baths, and tunnels. This has created legends that have lasted centuries, in some cases masking known historical data and in other cases trying to explain the unexplainable. Together with your guide, you will discover the "bath Cenizal" (old hammam), or Arab baths from the 11th century. Your official tour guide will detail their architectural curiosities, including why and how it was used. The old nuncio Roman baths were a social space of the Roman Toledo. Throughout this experience, you will learn of how this civilization built and reused it. You will also discover Salvador's Well, which is an old well from the 11th century that belonged to the mosque, before moving on to the Church of the Savior and finally to the "House of the Jew". The tour is conducted by a Spanish-speaking guide specialized in the history of Toledo.

Toledo: Three Cultures Walking Tour

7. Toledo: Three Cultures Walking Tour

Come and discover Toledo, the ancient capital of Spain and a UNESCO world heritage site. In addition to a walking tour through the main streets of the city with a Spanish-speaking guide specialized in the history of Toledo, you will get to discover three of the city's main monuments. After you have met your fun and friendly guide, your tour will start near the Cathedral, crossing the narrow streets while your expert guide shares fascinating details about the history of Toledo. Your first stop will be the Cristo de la Luz Mosque. Continuing on your tour, you will visit the Church of Santo Tomé and see the work of well-known painter El Greco and his famous 'Burial of the Lord of Orgaz.' In the Jewish Quarter, you will be impressed by the beauty of the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. Pay 4€ per person for entry to each site or buy a Toledo tourist bracelet for 12€ per person covering the sites in this tour plus the Monastery of San Juan de Los Reyes, the Church of the Jesuits, the Royal College of Noble Maidens, and the Church of El Salvador.

Toledo, City of Legends with optional Cromática Museum

8. Toledo, City of Legends with optional Cromática Museum

Walk along the most mysterious streets of the city, and the beautiful and quiet area of the convent. This is one of the quietest, most spiritual and unknown areas of Toledo, where you will find numerous convents under royal patronage as shelters for ladies, burials for the sons of kings and the birthplace of the famous marzipan. The singular sheds among which Bécquer immersed himself, which were fundamental to his literary work and his disturbing, intriguing and romantic legends. It has not only been an inspiration for writers, but also the birthplace of the illustrious writer Garcilaso de la Vega, born and buried in Toledo. After the 90-minute guided tour, if you choose the optional visit to Cromática Museum, the guide will accompany you to this interesting place, where musical instruments painted by national and international artists are exhibited, and where you can enjoy a drink to choose between wine, beer or a soft drink. A different and original space that is out of the ordinary and worth discovering. Located in the Convent of the Immaculate Conception, where Alfonso X "El Sabio" was born, it is a unique museum in the world.

Toledo: Private Monuments Walking Tour with Monument Entry

9. Toledo: Private Monuments Walking Tour with Monument Entry

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Toledo to discover the historic meeting of traditions and faiths. For centuries, the city has been a universal model of religious cohabitation and tolerance. The imperial capital of King Carlos V, home of El Greco, city of convents, the Visigothic capital, and the religious seat of Spain today, its privileged location and natural embrace from the Tajo River provides a fascinating mix of history, art, and culture. Start at the Cathedral, built in a Gothic style between 1226 and 1493, originally for King Fernando III. Admire its mix of Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles, passing through aisles to see the choir, sacristy, chapter house, and cloister. Learn about the painter El Greco at the Church of Santo Tomé, home to his masterpiece, “The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.” Then, explore the Medieval charm of the Jewish Quarter, site of El Greco´s house of birth and the Synagogue del Tránsito, Synagogue de Santa Maria La Blanca, and Monastery of San Juan de Los Reyes. The Synagogue de Santa Maria La Blanca is one of 11 originally located in the Jewish Quarter and dates from the 13th century. Promoted by the open-minded monarch, Alfonso VIII, it is surrounded by gardens of cypress trees and boats 5 white aisles that express the spirit of the Sefardí people. San Juan de los Reyes Monastery was built to commemorate the 15th century victory of the Battle of Toro and succession of Queen Isabella to the throne of Castile. Marvel at one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in Spain, and the intense decorations that praise the Catholic kings.

Toledo: Una Mágica noche Toledana

10. Toledo: Una Mágica noche Toledana

Begin at Zocodover, the center of life in Toledo since the town was founded. At nightfall, the city of Toledo is transformed and the streets invite you to discover them.   Stroll along the labyrinthine of streets in the old Sultan's quarter, where the Knights Templar were established and witches were condemned by the Inquisition. When visitors leave, the shadows and echoes of the past come to meet you in a medieval city with political and religious relevance to the history of the country. Listen to historical facts that end in legends, which everyone believes despite being the events being impossible.  Enjoy the silence of the night in the convents, where the crosses on the walls give an enigmatic and evocative aspect. Each corner is different and charming, allowing you to revive stories of love where knights fought to be worthy of the virtue of the lady. The narrow empty streets help you to imagine the stories as if they were happening in front of your eyes.

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based on 624 reviews

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.

Beautiful experience! It is worth having the story told to understand the essence of the city. Very easy, time has flown by. Stupendous! Very good and nice our guide. Thank you!

Very knowledgeable and pleasant guide who was able to give a good tour, in spite of many places being closed for the holidays.

Nos encanto el tour con Javi, se hizo muy ameno, muy interesante y muy majo :)

tge guide was very interesting. and know very moch things