TOLEDO FULL DAY

If you want to be taken to the Middle Ages and have a unique experience in a city that is preserved just like it was 500 years ago, come with us to Toledo from Madrid. Easily reachable, the AVE high-speed train from Atocha station arrives in Toledo in just 25 minutes.

We’ll take a taxi at Toledo Railway Station and sightseeing to get the best panoramic views of the walled Old Town located on a hilltop and surrounded by the Tagus river. We’ll stop at a vista point to take photos and see a stunning view of the whole city medieval gem beneath us. Afterwards, drive to the Oldtown.

There are so many cultural attractions in the Old Town, Toledo is a fascinating mix of different styles and cultures. On our walking tour we’ll visit:

The Cathedral. It is an amazing example of the Spanish Gothic style. Its construction lasted centuries, so inside we’ll see not only Gothic, but also great examples of Renaissance, Mudejar and Baroque styles. You will truly be touched by the energy of this historic center of worship and art.

Santo Tomé Church. There are several sites in Toledo where you can discover the works of El Greco, the famous 16th century painter who spent much of his life here in Toledo, but his masterpiece can only be seen in this tiny church. El Greco is one of the masters of Universal Art and his painting “The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz” is considered one of the greatest paintings of all times. Let us show you all all the details of the painting and you’ll understand why it’s such a world-prized masterpiece.

The Jewish Quarter is one of Toledo’s most authentic neighborhoods. It retains some of its original character from when it was home to Spain’s most prominent Jewish community in the 12th and 13th centuries. We’ll visit the Synagogue of Santa Mª La Blanca which is the oldest synagogue in Toledo, dating from the early 13th century and which was made  a Catholic church in the 15th century.

 These are the highlights, but If you are interested in visiting other sights of interest, do not hesitate to ask for a CUSTOMIZED TOUR.

After our walk we’ll break for lunch. The Old Town is peppered with small restaurants serving international and traditional food. Let us know your interests and we’ll show you the best choices for you.

Toledo is also a shopper’s paradise offering attractive handicrafts and souvenirs such as damascene ware (plates, pendants, bracelets, boxes made of steel decorated with gold and silver thread), swords, ceramics and so on. If you are  interested, we can visit a workshop to see how damascene is made. And, of course, you can’t miss trying the typical marzipan, a sweet little cake made of sugar, almonds and honey. Delicious!

“Toledo is reluctantly left. It is sad to leave thinking that you will never return, that you will never see the place that strangely aroused our sympathy”. Hans Christian Andersen (He visited Toledo in 1862).