Top Things to do in Toledo
The 9 Best Ancient Ruins in Toledo, Castile-La Mancha
Synagogues, mosques and churches stand together in Toledo's historic quarter, a testament to the medieval Spanish city's diverse history. The four towers of The Alcazar, a fortress built in 1085, dominate the skyline. Toledo and its surrounding countryside inspired El Greco, and his paintings are on display in many places around the city, including the museum that bears his name.
Restaurants in Toledo
1. El Pozo De Los Deseos
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4.5 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By ChristopherL3448
It was incredible to see this well and its clear waters. Very nice attraction in Toledo. The shop owners were very warm and polite. I strongly recommend you to visit this unique store!
2. El Artificio de Juanelo
3. Puerta de Cambron
4. Las Termas Romanas de la Plaza de Amador de los Rios
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4.0 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By NikolaCelic - Dubrovnik, Croatia
Roman historian Livy was the first one to wrote about city of Toletum in 16 AD, but archaeologists found evidence tha Romans conquered already existing city, possesed by Iberian tribe of Carpetani, in early second century BC. In first century AD, under Emperor Augustus, city gained status of municipium (city under Roman Law) and notable buildings like villas, temples and circus, made for 15 000 people. Roman layer in the old city is obvious even today with its basement passages, wells, baths and ancient water pipes (some are still working). As new cultures arrived, great buildings went in decay and were used as quarrys for new construction in everchanging city. Above all, Romans were genius engineers of water systems as aqueducts, therms and baths and best preserved part in Toledo is the one north-east of the Cathedral. Conserved site of Roman baths was discovered in 1986, today hosts Cultural management centre and it is free to visit. It is not a prime target if you visit city only for couple of hours, but worth 10min of visit if you have time. There is ancient Roman water reservoir called Hercules caves nearby (also free entrance).
5. Cuevas de Hercules
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4.0 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By Robert_Moye - Prague, Czech Republic
It can be a little hard to find, but the Cuevas de Hercules is worth the effort. Despite the misleading legend of the name, this is a stunning glimpse into the majestic engineering skill and water management science of the Roman Empire, preserved below the streets of Toledo. The massive granite blocks that form an underground cistern do indeed rival the grandeur of Hellenistic temples, combining artistic form with practical function.
6. Roman Circus
7. Museo Taller del Moro
8. Puerta del Vado
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3.0 based on 3 reviews
Ancient gates (one of 8) as part of the city's fortifications.
9. Torreon de los Banos de La Cava
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
An ancient tower from the time of the Arab rule on the banks of the Tagus river.
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