San Martin's Bridge

Activities

Stroll through the medieval streets of Toledo on a guided walking tour. Spend some free time roaming the streets. Add on a skip-the-line bracelet to access up to 7 of the city’s iconic monuments or choose the option with a ziplining adventure.  Board the tour bus in Madrid at midday and embark on the journey to the historic city of Toledo. Take in panoramic views of the outskirts of the city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Site and has a history dating back to 59 BC.  Be welcomed by your guide then set out on a guided walk through the city's picturesque Old Town. Visit some of the main streets and squares of the city as you learn about Toledo’s vast history from your guide. Explore the city at your own pace after the walking tour and discover the sites and attractions that appeal to you most. Admire the Gothic architecture at the Cathedral of St. Mary, see the Synagogue of Santa Maria l Blanca, or head to the Old Moorish Mosque of Cristo de la Luz. Enhance your trip with the option for a thrilling zip-line adventure. Add some excitement to the day and soar like a bird on the longest urban zip-line in Europe, which provides unparalleled views of the city.  Select the option of a skip-the-line bracelet to access up to 7 of the city’s iconic monuments, including the above-mentioned religious sites. Return to your meeting point in Madrid by bus at the end of your tour. 

Located just 40 miles (70 km) away from Madrid, Toledo is famous as the 'city of three cultures' – Christians, Muslims, and Jews – as they have lived together in this imperial city for generations. Experience the melding of religion and culture firsthand and see buildings from numerous periods including: Arabian, Gothic, Mudéjar, Renaissance and Baroque style.  Toledo Half-Day Morning Tour itinerary: • Departure at 8:45 AM • Toledo guided tour including admission to the Cathedral • Panoramic sightseeing of Toledo • Free time to enjoy the city at your own pace Toledo Half-Day Afternoon Tour itinerary: • Departure at 3:00 PM  • Outside view of the Cathedral • Church of St. Tomé with 'The Burial of the Count of Orgaz', masterpiece of El Greco • Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca and tour through the Jewish Quarter • San Juan de los Reyes Monastery • Panoramic sightseeing of Toledo

Begin your visit to Toledo with a panoramic view of the city from its outskirts. Then, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the old town as your expert guide accompanies you on a walking tour. Wander through the narrow streets of the old Jewish quarter to the Church of St. Tomé and see the old Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca and the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz. These houses of worship have stood as symbols of Toledo as a "City of Three Cultures" for centuries. After the walking tour, you will be optionally able to enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral, a magnificent example of Gothic style. After the tour, take some time to explore the city on your own.

Meet in the heart of Madrid and board an air-conditioned bus for the journey to Toledo, known as the "City of Three Cultures". Admire views of the city from the bus, as you pass by the historic city walls. Once you arrive, listen to your guide give you an overview of the local history and culture. Stroll through Toledo's center, and discover a labyrinth of cobblestone streets lined with ancient buildings, churches, mosques, and synagogues. Find out about the mix of cultures and religions that peacefully coexisted here over the centuries. Learn about the vibrant legacies that they left behind. Marvel at the imposing Alcázar fortress and the breathtaking Cathedral of Toledo, each telling a story of the city's rich past. See the picturesque Puente de San Martín Bridge, and listen to a story about the legend of Ildefonsus. After a day of exploring, relax on the return journey back to Madrid.

You will travel aboard the Mercedes V minivan, the most luxurious minivan on the market. With up to 7 seats, it features reclining leather seats and dual-zone climate control. Once in Toledo, you will start with a panoramic view of the city and then proceed with the following itinerary: Mirador del Valle, Carretera Circunvalacion, 45004 Toledo, Spain - 20 minutes Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, Reyes Católicos, 4, 45002 Toledo, Spain - 10 minutes Synagogue "El Tránsito" and Sephardic Museum, Calle Samuel Levi S/N, 45002 Toledo, Spain - 10 minutes Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo, Calle del Cardenal Cisneros 1, 45002 Toledo, Spain - 1 hour Puerta de Bisagra, Calle Real del Arrabal 26, 45003 Toledo, Spain - Passing by without stopping San Martin Bridge, Toledo, Spain - 10 minutes Alcántara Bridge, Calle Gerardo Lobo, Toledo, Spain - 10 minutes Zocodover Square, Toledo, Spain - 2 hours

Enter the city through the New Bisagra Gate, the most emblematic entrance to the town. Despite its Arabic origin, it was rebuilt in Renaissance style in 1550. The construction consists of two sides: The outer side features an arch bearing the city's coat of arms which is surrounded by two circular towers, whereas the one facing the city opens up with a semicircular arch flanked by two square towers and decorated with the coat of arms of Charles I. Next, visit the former Mosque of Cristo de la Luz. It was one of the ten in the city during the Moorish period but later was converted into a church by the Christians. The small temple is in a good state of preservation. Walk up to the Alcazar Fortress, a stone fortification located in the highest part of Toledo, Spain. The imposing Roman quadrangular building dominates Toledo’s skyline. It was the historic witness of the Spanish Civil War as it was held against Spanish Republican forces in the Siege of the Alcazar. Stop by the Toledo Cathedral. The landmark holds high historical and artistic value since it was situated over the foundations of a Mosque that used to be a Visigoth Cathedral. In terms of architecture, it was a melting pot of styles, including Visigothic, Mudéjar, and Renaissance. It houses fine works of art from Spain’s greatest artists, including Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco (Toledo’s most famous painter). Step across the Hall Square to the 16th-century Toledo City Hall. Its outstanding feature is a Spanish Baroque, Herrerian-style facade. From here, you can take advantage of excellent photo opportunities of the opposite church. Walk through the atmospheric Jewish Quarter, home to enchanting historic buildings, including synagogues and museums, along winding cobbled alleyways. This haven for the Jewish community in the 12th and 13th centuries offers a glimpse into the city’s rich past. Next, visit the 15th-century Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes. The stunning Gothic architecture and the silence and tranquility make this place feel like heaven. The façade features the chains of captive Christians freed from the Moors, which makes the temple an iconic symbol of the city’s turbulent history. For the rest of the tour, stroll along the medieval San Martin's Bridge on the west side of Toledo. The five-arch bridge with two defensive towers was one of the most significant in the world back in its time. From there, the views of the Tagus River and the city in the distance are breathtaking. This official National Monument stands as a testament to medieval engineering and architecture.

Enjoy this customized and private walking tour of three hours with a private tourist guide at your disposition of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a lot of history located in the center of Spain, Castile La Mancha. This tour will start picking you up from your hotel if it is in the city center or by arranging a centrally located meeting point. After that, you will be ready to discover the imperial city of the three cultures plenty of medieval monuments. In this tour, you can admire places like the castle of San Servando, the cathedral of Toledo, which entrance is included, and there you will visit the main chapel, the chapter room, the mozarabic chapel amongst others. The Jewish quarter is known for being one of the most famous sites in this city of Castile La Mancha. There, you will find the Greco museum, the synagogues of El Tránsito and Santa María la Blanca, and San Martin's bridge. Once you visit all of those places, you will have time to visit more of the city center and try its typical gastronomy.