The perfect day trip from Madrid

Its proximity to Madrid and its easy access by train or motorway make of the excursion to Toledo the most popular amongst the day trips from Madrid. The high-speed train from Madrid to Toledo departs from Atocha and takes half an hour. From the train station, you will need to walk to the escalator to avoid the steep hill to the historical site. 

A city of 3 cultures

Few cities in the world can pride themselves to offer a stroll through history and religions in such a small place. You will get lost in the labyrinth of streets of the old town of Toledo where Sinagogues, Mosques, churches, monasteries or the cathedral co-exist.

A Unesco heritage site

A stroll through the streets of the old town of Toledo is to walk back in history. Toledo was recognized as a Unesco cultural heritage site in 1986. There are so many sights that preparing for the trip to Toledo is no easy task. We strongly recommend planning well ahead and set your priorities to avoid hesitation on the spot. The most “typical itinerary” in the city will take you from Plaza de Zocodover (the modern main square of Toledo) all the way to the Monastery and Church of San Juan de los Reyes and the other side of the walled city. Through this itinerary, you will enjoy the top highlights: the Alcazar, Tornerias mosque, the Cathedral Primada, Jewish quarter and its Sinagogues, Santo Tomé and the Greco´s burial of Count Orgaz painting, interesting shopping streets full of shops that offer damasquinos and swords, and the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, from where you will be able to descend to the bridge of San Martin to enjoy fantastic views.

Amazing views:

Due to its location at a hill next to the Tagus river, you will be able to enjoy some of the best views in Spain from the other side of the Tagus river during your visit to Toledo. To enjoy the very best views you will have to cross the Puente de Alcantara (best by car or taxi) and stop at the Parador Nacional for a coffee, or at one of the restaurants or viewpoints. The views of the cathedral, Alcazar and the messy Jewish district are fascinating.

Art galleries, army museums, tortures museum, sky jump for children and much more 

Due to the number of tourists that arrive in Toledo every day, the city has developed a good number of activities to ensure there is something to be enjoyed by everyone. You will find cultural activities, art museums, ethnographic museums, and activities for children. 

One of the best things about Toledo is that all its sights (and there are many) are at walking distance from each other.  The streets of Toledo are pebbled, so you want to make sure you bring with you comfortable shoes. If you stay till dusk and manage to get to the other side of the Tagus river you will be delighted by the amazing views of the city at night.