Toledo is a majestic city that is perched on a hilltop and surrounded on three sides by the Rio Tajo (Tagus River). It is perhaps best known for inspiring some of the famous works of El Greco and for its magnificent 15th C. Cathedral, which is considered one of the greatest Gothic structures in the world. With a long heritage dating back to Roman times, Toledo has been influenced by the Christians, Muslims and Jews, and is known as the “city of the three cultures” since these cultures lived together for centuries inside the city walls.
The best way to explore this UNESCO World Heritage site is to take a walking tour with a local guide who will tell you about Toledo’s history, showcase its most prominent monuments and take you through its historic quarters.
Choose from either a 3 hour walking tour or a 4 hour walking tour of Toledo. You will be met by your guide in Toledo, either at your hotel or at the train station if visiting Toledo as a day trip from Madrid. All tours can be customized to meet your specific interests.
The 3 hour private walking tour can include the following sites:
- Cathedral
- Santa Maria la Blanca (the oldest synagogue building in Europe still standing)
- Iglesia de Santo Tomé, a small chapel in the Jewish Quarter that houses El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz
The 4 hour private walking tour can include the following sites:
- Panoramic view of Toledo from outside of its ancient city walls. You and your guide will take a taxi to a hilltop location that provides some of the best views of the city, and a great place to take pictures.
- Return to the city center and walk the historic Muslim, Jewish and Christian quarters
- Cathedral
- Santa Maria la Blanca (the oldest synagogue building in Europe still standing)
- Iglesia de Santo Tomé, a small chapel in the Jewish Quarter that houses El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz
Since all of the historic sites in Toledo cannot be seen in 3-4 hours, your guide will customize the tour to include the sites that are of most interest to you.
2020 Prices (for up to 8 participants) and other info:
3 hour tour:
- US $345 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
- US $395 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
4 hour tour:
- US $370 – Monday through Friday (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
- US $435 – Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (start time from 9:00-10:00am or 2:00-3:00pm)
All tours:
- Price includes a tour with an official licensed guide for the number of hours specified
- Price does not include entrance fees and transportation costs (if any), which are extra
- Tours with more than 2 participants: If transportation is taken, multiple taxis will be needed
- Common languages available: English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian
- Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
- Prices are subject to change
Photo credit: Chensiyuan
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Toledo is a majestic city that is perched on a hilltop and surrounded on three sides by the Rio Tajo (Tagus River). It is perhaps best known for inspiring some of the famous works of El Greco and for its magnificent 15th C. Cathedral, which is considered one of the greatest Gothic structures in the world. With a long heritage dating back to Roman times, Toledo has been influenced by the Christians, Muslims and Jews, and is known as the “city of the three cultures” since these cultures lived together for centuries inside the city walls.