Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Toledo, Castile-La Mancha

May 18, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

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. Custodia de Arfe

Plaza Consistorio S/N, 45002 Toledo Spain
Excellent
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5.0 based on 220 reviews

Custodia de Arfe

Reviewed By Hugary1 - Sydney, Australia

Impressive gold religious icon used once a year in a parade. It is ornate to the extreme and a wonderful example of the craftsmen of the period.

2. Casco Historico de Toledo

Toledo Spain +34 925 26 54 19 http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/379
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,702 reviews

Casco Historico de Toledo

Reviewed By duomo2 - Taunton, United Kingdom

Beautiful city, definitely worth a day trip from Madrid, the train was only half an hour. Everything is so well preserved and really clean, it was like an authentic theme park, if that makes sense, in that you are completely transported to a different world. Lots of narrow winding streets and beautiful buildings, absolutely stunning.

3. Estacion del Ferrocarril

Paseo Rosa s/n, 45006 Toledo Spain +34 925 22 30 99 http://www.renfe.com/ofertas/recomendaciones_toledoJudio.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,081 reviews

Estacion del Ferrocarril

Reviewed By plspoon - Perth, Australia

This building is amazing and well worth spending a little extra time while waiting for your train to have a good look at it. The floor and wall tiles are exquisite and the ticket counters and even the ceiling. The outside is also very "Toledo". The small restaurant was not bad either.

4. Catedral Primada

Calle del Cardenal Cisneros 1, 45002 Toledo Spain +34 925 22 22 41 [email protected] http://www.catedralprimada.es/catedral/primada/eng/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 9,539 reviews

Catedral Primada

One of the most imposing cathedrals in Spain, and a superb example of Gothic architecture.

Reviewed By Illiterati - St. George, United States

This may have been the most mind-blowing edifice I have ever been in. We stepped through the front entrance and were immediately overwhelmed with awe (even though this was the list day of several days of awe inspiring sites), and then we realized that all we were seeing was still only seeing one portion of all it entailed. The audio tour was very interesting, just the right amount of detail.

5. Puerta de Bisagra

Calle Real del Arrabal 26, 45003 Toledo Spain https://turismo.toledo.es/museo-monumento-expo/puerta-de-bisagra/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,277 reviews

Puerta de Bisagra

Reviewed By chait1788 - Cambridge, Canada

The gate is the entryway to the old town of Toledo. On a regular day, it would a regular entrance archway, no doubt historically significant. We visited closer to christmas and hence the decor around the gate, made it beautiful. Was worth the visit. Also very close to the tourist centre and a good spot to catch the bus to Mirador del valle viewpoint.

6. Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes

Calle Reyes Catolicos 17, 45002 Toledo Spain +34 925 22 38 02 http://www.sanjuandelosreyes.org
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4.5 based on 2,386 reviews

Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes

Reviewed By FJGonzalezG - Bethesda, United States

Toledo’s San Juan de los Reyes monastery is beautiful and rich in history. Built in the Isabelline style (a transition between late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture, with decorative influences of Castilian, Flemish, and Mudéjar styles), the church has a long nave with side chapels. The interior is decorated with the coats of arms of the Catholic Monarchs. The beautiful cloister has a lovely garden. Make sure you walk around the small square on the northern side of the monastery to get a good view of the manacles and shackles hanging from the granite walls, as ordered by Queen Isabella in 1494, which had been worn by Christian prisoners held by the Moors in Granada. The monastery is said to have been founded by King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella in the late 15th century to commemorate the birth of their son and their victory at the Battle of Toro. Construction began in 1477 and was completed in 1504. At first, the Catholic Monarchs intended to house their mausoleum at the monastery, but later chose Granada as their resting place, after its reconquest in 1492.

7. Iglesia de San Ildefonso Jesuitas

Plaza Padre Juan de Mariana, 45002 Toledo Spain +34 925 25 15 07 [email protected] http://www.toledomonumental.com/jesuitas.html
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4.5 based on 673 reviews

Iglesia de San Ildefonso Jesuitas

Reviewed By Ant440 - Manchester, United Kingdom

A nice church on the inside, with affordable entry fee. What this little gem secretly has to offer though, is arguably the best view of Toledo on it's roof. Walk up the stairs, burn off that bocadillo, and get the best photos in the city! Staff were very friendly, and photography was permitted throughout.

8. Ayuntamiento de Toledo

Plaza Consistorio 1, 45002 Toledo Spain +34 925 26 97 00 http://www.toledo-turismo.com/turismo/contenido/conociendo-la-ciudad/donde-mirar/monumentos/edificios-publicos/ayuntamiento.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 343 reviews

Ayuntamiento de Toledo

Reviewed By DPee2013

A really fabulous city for those who love old spain and history. The city is walled and the architecture is stunning.

9. San Roman Church

Calle de San Roman S/N, 45002 Toledo Spain +34 925 22 78 72 https://cultura.castillalamancha.es/museos/nuestros-museos/museo-de-los-concilios
Excellent
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4.5 based on 198 reviews

San Roman Church

Reviewed By Hugary1 - Sydney, Australia

Not as ornate as others but still an impressive structure with a lovely cloister area. Art works and carvings are very impressive. Saw as part of a tour and guide was excellent. Built for Queen Isabella and the King as a place they wanted to be buried but the Royal family on their deaths won't allow them to be buried there.

10. San Martin Bridge

Toledo Spain +34 925 22 69 50 http://www.toledo-turismo.com/turismo/contenido/conociendo-la-ciudad/donde-mirar/monumentos/puentes/puente-san-martin.aspx
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4.5 based on 1,460 reviews

San Martin Bridge

Reviewed By Kelleygirl2 - Sarasota, United States

I slowly followed the progression of our group crossing the medieval Puente de San Martin or Bridge of San Martin, that spanned the Tagus River, to find our bus. I didn't want to rush this experience. The bridge was constructed in the late 14th century by archbishop Pedro Tenorio to provide access to the town of Toledo from the west. I took my time grabbing as many last shots to best remember this ancient multicultural hilltop city.

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