1 day in Toledo: the city of three cultures

Day 1 · A day in Toledo

See the cathedral, El Greco's masterpiece at Santo Tomé, the Santa María la Blanca synagogue and the monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, then visit the Alcázar and finish at the Mirador del Valle for the famous view of the city.

1. 1

   Catedral Primada

   Historic

   Spain's great Gothic cathedral, full of El Greco paintings.

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2. 2

   Church of Santo Tomé

   Attractions

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3. 3

   Old Synagogue Santa Maria la Blanca

   Attractions

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4. 4

   Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes

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5. 5

   Alcázar de Toledo

   Historic

   Hilltop fortress now home to the Army Museum.

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6. 6

   Mirador del Valle

   Hidden gems

   The postcard view of Toledo across the Tagus river.

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Good to know

• Public escalators run from the riverside up into the old town and save a steep climb.
• A monument wristband (pulsera turística) gives entry to several churches and synagogues.
• Toledo is famous for marzipan (mazapán) — try it in one of the old convent shops.
• Take a taxi or the tourist train to the Mirador del Valle across the river.

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