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Free Tour "Toledo Three Cultures"

4.91
Excellent(1323)
Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Languages: Spanish
Guru: VERTOLEDO
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Registered on 29 April 2022
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We are VERTOLEDO and we have the best Free Tours in the city of Toledo. VER TOLEDO was born from the passion of some friends for Toledo, its monuments, its culture, its traditions, its people, its history and above all… enjoying this wonderful city. Our group is made up of Expert Local Official Guides with extensive experience with whom you will not only discover the city of Toledo through our Guided Tours, but you will also have a pleasant and fun time… you will live an unforgettable experience.
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Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

  1. Welcome to Toledo!

Our team is made up of expert local official tourist guides with extensive experience.

With us, you'll not only discover the city of Toledo on our Free Tour , but you'll also have a wonderful and fun time. You'll have an unforgettable experience!

Tour description


We will travel back in time , learning how those cultures coexisted, imbuing the city of Toledo with centuries of history and where, even today, you can feel and experience the cosmopolitan city that it once was.

We'll visit the city's most iconic monuments and, of course, pass through beautiful streets and corners steeped in history and legend. We'll also talk about damascening and the famous Toledo steel. All of this will be enlivened with many interesting facts and anecdotes, which we hope will make this tour an unforgettable experience for you.

What will you see and learn on our Free Tour ?

  •   Zocodover Square


The nerve center of Toledo, here we'll provide an introduction to the city's history, helping us understand how it has evolved over the centuries.


  • Alcazar of Toledo


One of the city's most iconic buildings. Would you like to know why it's named after you and which civilizations used this strategic location?


  • Old Noble Courtyard.


Do you want to know who owned the palace that stood here? We'll also talk about gastronomy here, as it's home to one of the most popular taverns among Toledo residents.



Rojas Theater


What is its name due to?


  • Former Headquarters of the Holy Brotherhood of Toledo


Do you know the origin of "A buenas horas, mangas verdes"? We'll tell you.


  • Primate Cathedral of Spain


Here we'll talk about its 800-year history. Did you know that its bell tower houses one of the largest bells in the world?


  • Church of the Savior


Former main mosque. A famous queen was baptized here.


  • The former Jewish quarter of Toledo: "La Medinat Al Yahud"


Do you know the meaning of those small ceramic tiles we'll find on the floor and walls? We'll explain, because everything has its symbolism and meaning.


  • Santo Tomé Street


Main street of the Jewish quarter with suggestive smells and flavors


  • Parish of Santo Tomé


Here you will find "The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz" (El Greco's masterpiece). Why Lord and not Count?


  • Synagogue of the Transit


Discover why the construction of this synagogue was permitted in the 14th century.


  • Transit Lookout


From here we will enjoy fabulous views with the Tagus River surrounding the city and the famous Cigarrales de Toledo


  • Museum and monument dedicated to Doménikos Theotokópulos: El Greco.


We will end the tour at the place where this illustrious painter lived!!


If you want to get to know Toledo, this is your FREE TOUR!

A minimum of 5 participants is required for the tour, and a maximum of 6 people are allowed per group booking for friends or family.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Pl. Zocodover, s/n, 45001 Toledo, Spain
In Zocodover Square, white umbrella VERTOLEDO
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Outside visit
Plaza de Zocodover
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Outside visit
Alcazar de Toledo
3
Outside visit
Plaza Corral de Don Diego
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Free Tour "Toledo Three Cultures"
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