Learn about the pride of Toledo – the Primatial Cathedral of Saint Mary, on an English and Spanish-guided tour of its High Gothic interiors.
Højdepunkter
Højdepunkter
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Navigate the altars and naves of Toledo Cathedral with a bilingual guide on this short and simple tour!
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Kaleidoscopic stained glass like the Rose Window lets light in while Narciso Tomé’s chiseled masterwork, The Transparent, surrounds the tabernacle.
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Discover art like The Spoliation by El Greco or Caravaggio’s John the Baptist in the Sacristy, and mythical statues in the Main Chapel.
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Fun fact: The main façade has three entrances, known as the Portal of Forgiveness, the Portal of the Last Judgment, and the Portal of Hell.
Inkluderet
Inkluderet
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Guided tour of Toledo Cathedral with entry
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Expert English and Spanish-speaking guide
Afbestillingsregler
Afbestillingsregler
Du kan afbestille disse billetter op til 24 timer, før oplevelsen begynder, og få alle pengene tilbage.
Your experience
Your experience
Step into centuries of history and artistry on this 1.5-hour tour of the Primate Cathedral of Toledo, once known as ‘Dives Toletana’. Conducted in both English and Spanish, this tour unveils the cathedral's architectural splendor and artistic treasures.
The resplendence of devotion
Admire the exceptional choir stalls and the majestic Main Chapel, adorned with a gold-leaf-covered altarpiece. The stained glass windows' filtered light will guide you to a Churrigueresque masterpiece: The Transparent, crafted by Narciso Tomé and his sons in the 18th century. This architectural wonder directs the sun’s rays through sculpted angels and clouds, all harmonized such that the transparent vessel carrying the Holy Sacrament is visible both by the devotee at the high altar and the congregation in the ambulatory. You have to see it to believe it!
Step into the Chapel of the Treasure to be amazed by the Custody monstrance of Enrique de Arfe, a silver jeweled stepped tower which holds the sacramental bread and parades through Toledo during Corpus Christi.
A gallery of enlightenment
In the Sacristy, the Cathedral Museum awaits, housing masterworks spanning from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Pieces by the likes of El Greco, Goya, Velázquez, Titian, Van Dyck, and Caravaggio make the museum a haven for art enthusiasts.
You can’t miss the iconic bell tower overlooking Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Its gigantic 18th-century bell weighs close to 20 tons, and is the biggest bell in Spain!
The cathedral's naves and chapels, containing royal and cardinal burials, each tell a story linked to the city. Get ready to discover not just a place of worship but a sample of Toledo’s exquisite cultural fabric.
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
- It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
What's not allowed
- Photography and filming are strictly not allowed inside the exhibitions of the cathedral.
Accessibility
- The tour is wheelchair accessible, however, the streets of Toledo are narrow and paved. People with mobility impairments may have difficulties accessing some parts of the city.
Mine billetter
Mine billetter
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at Plaza del ayuntamiento.
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Address: Pl. del Ayuntamiento, 2, 45002 Toledo, Spain.
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Landmark: The meeting point is next to the traffic lights (lowest tower).
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