Discover Toledo
Toledo is a city to explore on foot: the Catedral Primada, the Jewish quarter and the great
monuments are just minutes from the Posada.
What to see nearby
A city
to discover
at your own pace.
Monuments, squares, workshops, courtyards and narrow streets. Here are the must-sees, ordered by walking distance from the Posada.
Less than 10 minutes on foot
Catedral Primada
A masterpiece of Gothic architecture in Spain, begun in 1226. Don’t miss the Cathedral’s Transparente and its sacristy, where you can admire works by El Greco.
Church of Santo Tomé
It houses The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, one of El Greco’s best-known works. Its tower is in the Mudéjar style.
Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca
One of the oldest medieval synagogues in Europe, notable for its white horseshoe arches built by Mudéjar master builders.
Synagogue of El Tránsito and Sephardic Museum
A 14th-century synagogue with spectacular plasterwork and a coffered wooden ceiling. Today it houses the Sephardic Museum.
El Greco Museum
A journey through the life and work of El Greco, the painter who made Toledo his city.
Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
Founded by the Catholic Monarchs in the 15th century. Its Gothic cloister is one of the most beautiful spots in the city.
Plaza de Zocodover
Toledo’s main square, a former souk and a meeting place for centuries.
A 10 to 20-minute walk
Alcázar
The fortress that crowns the city. Today it houses the Army Museum.
Mosque of Cristo de la Luz
A small mosque dating from the year 999, which makes it one of the oldest buildings in Toledo.
Puerta de Bisagra
The great gate in the city walls, crowned by the imperial coat of arms of Charles V.
San Martín Bridge
A medieval bridge over the River Tagus, with views of the river and the Jewish quarter.
Best reached by taxi, bus or car
Mirador del Valle
Toledo’s most famous panoramic view, across the Tagus. It is perfect for watching the city at sunset.
Puy du Fou España
A historical show park about 15 minutes’ drive from the city.
The times shown are approximate and calculated for walking from the Posada. Bear in mind that Toledo has many slopes, so we recommend allowing extra time if you are travelling with children or older people. Don’t forget to check the opening hours of each monument or activity before visiting or booking.
Plan your visit
Guides for your visit
Toledo in a day: what to see and in what order
A route to see the essentials of Toledo in one day: the Catedral Primada, the Jewish Quarter, the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, Plaza de Zocodover, the Alcázar and sunset at the Mirador del Valle.
Corpus Christi, from our balconies
The Corpus Christi procession, a Festival of International Tourist Interest, passes right by the Posada: experience it from our balconies and bay windows.
Holy Week in Toledo: what to see
Night-time processions through the narrow streets of the historic centre, with the Catedral Primada as a backdrop, during a week declared of International Tourist Interest.
Toledo of the three cultures: a walking route
Medieval synagogues, a mosque from the year 999 and Mudéjar churches: a walk through the Toledo where Christians, Jews and Muslims lived side by side.
El Greco’s Toledo: where to see his paintings
A route through the places where El Greco lived and painted: Santo Tomé, the sacristy of the Catedral Primada, his museum in the Jewish quarter and other corners of the city.
Toledo’s viewpoints: views and sunsets
The best spots to see the city from outside and from within: the Mirador del Valle, the bridges over the Tagus and the towers of the historic centre.
What to eat in Toledo: typical dishes and sweets
Carcamusas, stewed partridge, Manchego cheese and marzipan: the flavours of Toledo worth trying during your stay in the city.
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