Toledo Experience Tour from Madrid with optional Toledo Cathedral

4.5 (769 reviews) Madrid, Spain
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 55 travelers

Overview

Discover Spain’s "City of Three Cultures” on a trip to Toledo from Madrid, and explore the historic city centre of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the peaceful co-existence of three main religions as you stroll the narrow streets.
Upon arrival, embark on a guided walking tour to see the city’s views, synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals.
• See the city’s highlights on a guided tour
• Hassle-free transportation from a central meeting point
• A stress-free package ideal for first-time visitors

Options

Toledo Experience w/ Cathedral

Guided Visit to the Cathedral: This option includes the ticket entrance and guided visit to the Cathedral

Toledo Experience standard

Day Tour: Discover Toledo and its rich history on our half-day Toledo tour. This 8/9-hour tour departs Madrid. Without Cathedral visit.

What's included

  • 1-hour guided walking tour in Toledo
  • Local guide (English & Spanish)
  • Guided Toledo Cathedral visit (if option selected)
  • Comfortable round trip by a comfortable bus
  • 30-minute Traditional Toledo swordsmith and damascening demonstration
  • Free time to explore Toledo
  • Food, beverages or other services not specified
  • Entrance Tickets to the Monuments

What to expect

  1. 10m · Admission ticket not included
    The Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo is a Roman Catholic church 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.
  2. Casco Historico de Toledo
    1h
    You will enjoy it with our guided walking and at your own pace
  3. Alcazar de Toledo
    Pass by
    The Alcázar of Toledo is a stone fortification located in the highest part of Toledo, Spain. Once used as a Roman palace in the 3rd century, it was restored under Charles I (Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor) and his son Philip II of Spain in the 1540s. In 1521, Hernán Cortés was received by Charles I at the Alcázar, following Cortes' conquest of the Aztecs. Most of the alcázar was rebuilt, or restored, between 1939 and 1957 after the Siege of the Alcázar of the Spanish Civil War.
  4. Iglesia de Santo Tome
    Pass by
    A historic church in Toledo, best known for housing El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.
  5. Jewish Quarter of Toledo
    Pass by
    A historic area of Toledo known for its narrow streets, synagogues and rich Jewish heritage, reflecting the city’s multicultural past.
  6. Synagogue Of Saint Mary The White
    Pass by
    A beautiful 12th-century former synagogue in Toledo, known for its striking white arches and unique blend of Jewish, Christian and Moorish influences.
  7. Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes
    Pass by
    A magnificent 15th-century monastery in Toledo, famous for its Gothic architecture, ornate cloisters and peaceful gardens.
  8. Real Colegio de Doncellas Nobles
    Pass by
    A historic 16th-century building in Toledo, known for its elegant Renaissance architecture, beautiful courtyard and rich history.
  9. Mosque of Christ of the Light
    Pass by
    A remarkably preserved 10th-century mosque in Toledo, showcasing beautiful Moorish architecture and the city’s rich multicultural heritage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tourist Bus Stop in front of Madrid Tourist Office
Metro station: Banco de España, line 2 or red

End point

Tourist Bus Stop in front of Madrid Tourist Office
Metro station: Banco de España, line 2 or red

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a bilingual tour in both English and Spanish.
  • All tour durations include round-trip travel time.
  • Children under 5 years old are free of charge
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • The Tour departs from Big Bus Stop #1: Neptune Fountain located on Plaza de Canovas del Castillo, Centro, 28014 Madrid. The departure point is located at the tourist bus stop in front of the Madrid Tourist kiosk. Look out for the Tour Guide wearing a Big Bus uniform. The nearest subway station is Banco de España, L2. Space available for prams and luggage, but please note that you will need to take it with you once we arrive at the destination. Coaches do not have toilets.

Cancellation policy

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

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