Toledo Express

Overview

Explore Toledo, renowned as the city of three cultures (Christian, Jewish and Arab), on a half-day tour from Madrid. Delve into its rich history with an engaging live guide sharing profound insights into Toledo's cultural and architectural legacy. The tour encompasses must-see sites like the Toledo Cathedral (guided entry to the cathedral is not included with this ticket) and the vibrant Jewish Quarter, along with exploration of the city's cobbled streets, medieval squares, and architectural remnants representing the three diverse cultures that once thrived here. Experience the freedom to shop and savor Toledo at your own pace during leisure time! ✅Live guides (English and Spanish). ✅ Transport (Madrid > Toledo > Madrid). ✅ Handcrafted sword-making workshop (30 min). ✅ Walking tour of 1 hour (60 min). ✅ Free time to explore Toledo (120 min). ✅ Option of entrance ticket + guided visit to the Church of Santo Tomé if selected during the purchase process (30 min).

Itinerary

1. Casco Historico de Toledo

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

   · Non-stop passage

2. Catedral Primada

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

3. Synagogue Of Saint Mary The White

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

4. Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

5. Jewish Quarter of Toledo

   One of the best Jewish quarter all over the world

   · Non-stop passage

6. Mosque of Christ of the Light

   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.

   · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

Meeting point: Fuente de Neptuno, Pl. Canovas del Castillo, s/n, 28014 Madrid Nearest Metro Stations: Red line 2 of the Banco de España metro. Open in Google Maps View on map Our buses: Black color (Jimenez Dorado) Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior departure time

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• 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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infants under 4 years old are considered lap children and are free
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 55 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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