Guided Tours

From Madrid: Toledo Half-Day Tour

Toledo cityscape with Alcázar and Toledo Cathedral on a half-day guided tour from Madrid.

Participants on a Toledo Half Day Guided Tour from Madrid

Visitors admiring El Greco's - The Burial of the Count of Orgaz at the Church of St. Tome

Entrance of the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca

AC transfers, expert guide, and a smart itinerary – this quick Toledo trip is made for history buffs on a tight schedule!

Highlights

Delve into the layered history of Toledo on a half-day tour from Madrid led by an expert English or Spanish-speaking guide.
Journey on a comfortable AC coach to and from Toledo and enjoy the fleeting panorama on the way.
Wander Toledo’s winding cobblestone-streets where three cultures intertwined. Set off on the morning tour to gain access to Toledo Cathedral.
On the afternoon tour, you can enter St. Tomé Church and Santa María la Blanca Synagogue.
Choose the no-ticket guided walk through Toledo’s Old Town, served with a generous helping of fascinating stories and history.

Inclusions

Half-day guided tour around Toledo
Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Round-trip AC coach transfers from Madrid
Entry to Toledo Cathedral (morning tour only)
Entry to St. Tomé Church & Santa María la Blanca Synagogue (afternoon tour only)

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Suzanne

4/5

Nov, 2024

Great if you don't have much time. Guide was very knowledgeable and trip was well organised and kept to time. Would have been nice to take a bit more 'own time' to look around at our own pace. Just 20 minutes or so.

Mitchell

5/5

Nov, 2024

I loved the tasty stone pathways weaving through the city, and holding it together. It was a ady trip, I bet at night it's equally magestic. AND it felt like walking through one of my favorite paintings. Toledo by el Greco!! Suzanna was a great tour guide.

Zahi

5/5

Dec, 2024

The gaudiest was very nice. And the tour was very well organized

Vincent

4/5

Nov, 2024

easy and clear instructions where to meet. Nacho was a great guide. wish we had more time to explore on our own.

María

5/5

Aug, 2024

Beautiful experience, the guide Cati excellent with her explanations about the amazing Toledo, I highly recommend it.

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Your experience

Begin your journey with a relaxing ride from Madrid to the historic city of Toledo aboard a comfortable AC coach. Known as the “City of Three Cultures,” Toledo has been shaped by Roman, Visigoth, Arab, and Castilian influences.

Afternoon adventures

Step into the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, an architectural gem built by Moorish artisans for Jewish worshippers under Christian rule. Discover its elegant arches, which speak of cultural harmony and coexistence. Then, visit St. Tomé Church to admire El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, celebrated for its ethereal blend of heaven and earth. Don’t miss the church’s Mudéjar-style bell tower, a striking reminder of Toledo’s Arab heritage.

Morning walk down history lanes

If you opt for the morning tour, your experience crescendos with Toledo Cathedral, one of Europe’s most stunning Gothic structures. Inside, immerse yourself in its intricate stained-glass windows and soaring vaulted ceilings—a testament to centuries of craftsmanship. Did you know the Cathedral houses a centuries-old monstrance used in Corpus Christi celebrations, weighing over 200 kilograms?

Alternatively, take a no-ticket option to enjoy a laid-back stroll through the Old Town, discovering quirky corners, winding streets, and the former home of El Greco. After your guided tour, enjoy free time to lose yourself in Toledo’s maze-like lanes before your return to Madrid.

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 any monuments.

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.

Additional information

Please note that the itinerary is subject to change.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.