Toledo Full-Day Walking Tour from Madrid
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Toledo's UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Visit the stunning Toledo Cathedral
- Discover the Alcázar fortress
- Wander through medieval streets and alleys
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Tagus River
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Toledo's historic sites
- Round-trip transportation from Madrid
- Visit to Toledo Cathedral and Alcázar
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Toledo has had a wall from the Romans, which had to be rebuilt by the Visigoth King Wamba in 674. The current wall is of Arab origin where we can find some Roman remains. King Alfonso VI, is granted the completion of the works of the wall in 1085, after reconquering the city. Toledo has always had a great wall, well known throughout its history, taking center stage its entrance and exit doors, such as the Puerta de Bisagra, the Puerta de Alfonso VI or the Puerta del Cambrón.
The Plaza de Zocodover is a square of the city of Toledo. It was the nerve center of the city during most of its history, acting as its main square. A part of it was designed by Juan de Herrera in times of the reign of Felipe II
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 and his son Felipe II of Spain in the 1540s.
The Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo is a Roman Catholic church in Toledo, Spain. It is the seat of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Toledo
The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca is a museum and former synagogue in Toledo, Spain. 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
The Iglesia de Santo Tomé is a church located in the historical center of the city of Toledo, and was founded after the reconquest of this city by King Alfonso VI of León. It appears quoted in the 12th century, as constructed on the site of an old mosque of the 11th century
Meeting point
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Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves significant walking; ensure you're comfortable with extended periods on foot.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day's conditions.
- Confirm your booking details and provide a reachable phone number for communication.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Use of comfortable shoes is recommended.
Traveler reviews
Toledo tour
Tour guide Arantxa, knowledgeable and caring about the group. Was a fun trip!
It’s not Nachos fault!!
I don’t know what the tour operator was thinking with this tour. The morning started with the bus being too full. It took over an hour to get that sorted out. The bus had three different tours on it going to Toledo. A full day tour, half day tour, and a tour with train ride. This totaled almost seventy people. The tour company sent one tour guide for all of these tours. Nacho did the best he could but he simply could not provide a great experience for everyone. The group was so large that we could not fit on roads and could not take decent pics. The audio equipment kept failing if he got too far away. We were about halfway through and just quit the tour because it simply was horrible. We would rather walk around ourselves (which was more enjoyable). We met the group at the end of the day for the bus ride back home. The bus broke down for about five minutes when we arrived back in Madrid. An appropriate ending. The operator needs to make some changes to this tour. I do not recommend.
Toledo is a must visit
Fabulous city. Great tour led by Beatrice and driver Paolo. Visited Synagogue of St Mary the white, Large El Greco painting at St Tome and the Cathedral which has about 20 El Greco paintings in the Sacristry. We had about 2 hours free time then a drive round the perimeter of the city which was stunning. Lots of great information from Beatrice who was very kind and helpful.
There are many better ways to see Toledo
Beatriz and Hadrian were excellent and Toledo, beautiful. Very unfortunate that the structure of the tour fundamentally prevented a fluid or enjoyable experience - Beatriz handled 3 different tours admirably - (no / some / all monuments) split into 2 groups (English / Spanish). A “full day walking tour” was broken into short tours punctuated by awkward pauses as the different groups broke off to attend monuments or mill around waiting. I would recommend just catching a bus to Toledo yourself and buying a wristband for €14 - or ensuring your booking is dedicated to your experience, as opposed to attempting to cater to 6 groups simultaneously. Reiterating - great guide + driver, impossible tour to juggle.
Great experience
Sasha was extremely kind and gentle to show around . Pretty much in detail and took personal care of all elderly and kids of our group