Toledo Essential

4.1
(55 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore Toledo, known as the city of three cultures (Christian, Jewish and Moorish), on an essential half-day tour from Madrid. Designed for travellers looking for an adventure that gives them the most essential of the city, this package allows you to discover Toledo from two perspectives: with your own local guide and at your own pace. Delve into its rich history with an engaging live guide who will share local knowledge about Toledo's cultural, artistic and architectural heritage. The tour covers essential sightseeing sites such as Toledo Cathedral (guided entrance to the cathedral is not included in this ticket) and the vibrant Jewish quarter, as well as exploring the city's more local streets representing the three diverse cultures that once thrived here. Experience the freedom to shop and savour Toledo at your own pace during your free time!

What's Included

Live guides (English and Spanish)
Walking tour of 1 hour
Transport (Madrid > Toledo > Madrid)
Free time to explore Toledo
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Neptune Fountain

Meeting point: Canovas del Castillo Sq at Tourist Bus Stop in front of Madrid Tourist Office Metro station: Banco de España, line 2 or red To open in Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/yZsx22P5KPiJkn66A

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • Casco Historico de Toledo (Pass by)

    Enjoy and explore the city of the three cultures and the coexistence of the Jewish, Moorish and Christians for centuries.

    Admission ticket free
  • Catedral Primada (Pass by)

    The Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo is a Roman Catholic and It is the seat of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Toledo. The cathedral of Toledo is one of the three 13th-century High Gothic cathedrals in Spain and is considered, in the opinion of some authorities, to be the magnum opus of the Gothic style in Spain.

    Admission ticket free
  • Jewish Quarter of Toledo (Pass by)

    The Jewish Quarter, the best preserved in Europe

    Admission ticket free
  • Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes (Pass by)

    The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes is an Isabelline style monastery built by the Catholic Monarchs in XV century. This monastery was founded by King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile to commemorate both the birth of their son, Prince John and their victory at the Battle of Toro (1476) over the army of Afonso V of Portugal.

    Admission ticket free
  • Synagogue Of Saint Mary The White (Pass by)

    The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, originally known as the Ibn Shushan Synagogue is a museum and former synagogue. Erected in 1180, according to an inscription on a beam, it is disputably considered the oldest synagogue building in Europe still standing. It is now owned and preserved by the Catholic Church.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mosque of Christ of the Light (Pass by)

    The Mosque of Cristo de la Luz is a former mosque and It is one of the ten that existed in the city during the Moorish period. The edifice was then known as Mezquita Bab-al-Mardum, deriving its name from the city gate Bab al-Mardum. It is located near the Puerta del Sol, in an area of the city once called Medina where wealthy Muslims used to live.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants under 4 years old are considered lap children and are free
Supplied by Express Toledo

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Culture
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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