7 Best Toledo Tours

Among the best things to see and do in Toledo, you have a lot of guided tours of the main monuments of the city. Places like the Cathedral or the Alcazar are some of the treasures of Toledo, those that you can not miss, but you can also make fun walking tours or, if you dare, even in a hot air balloon.

As you can see, Toledo has it all to spend a few unforgettable days. Read on to find out which tours you can't miss for nothing. I have selected for you the best options.

Explore Toledo on a private tour of the city accompanied by an expert guide in history and archaeology. During the tour, you will discover the best kept secrets of the city, from its Roman past to the influence of the three cultures: Christian, Muslim and Jewish. You will walk through its cobblestone streets, visit iconic monuments and learn about the legends that have shaped this World Heritage City.

The itinerary includes stops at must-see places such as the Plaza de Zocodover, the Primate Cathedral, the Roman Baths, the Synagogue of the Transit and the Museum of the Councils and Visigothic Culture. In addition, you will have access to exclusive spaces such as the Pozo del Salvador, a key medieval structure in the city's water supply. Finally, you will visit the Church of Santo Tomé, where you will find The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz, El Greco's masterpiece.

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Enjoy all the charm of the city of Toledo when the sun goes down. You will see how its cobblestone streets, bathed by the yellow lights, become magical. With your guide, during this 2-hour night tour of Toledo, you will get to know some of the most interesting corners of the city, while you listen to some of the legends that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Toledo has centuries of history behind it. Your specialized local guide will show you the best views of the city, the alleys and small passages that make it so picturesque. A completely different experience that captivates everyone. Thanks to that, this is one of the best things to do in Toledo with kids.

Interesting details

• Price: this type of tour is around 12 euros per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours.
• Means of transport: it is a night walking tour.

Embark on a guided subway tour of Toledo's past. The city boasts several ruins and excavations dating back to the region's Roman past. Places like the Caves of Hercules, the Roman Baths in the Plaza de Amador de los Rios, the remains of the Well of the Savior, under the Plaza El Salvador or the Arab bath (hammam) of Angel Street.

This is a guided tour for small groups, with individual headphones so you can listen to the explanations and stories that your guide has to tell you. One of the most interesting tours that Toledo has, as you will be able to see the foundations of the current city, and why it is known as the city of the 3 cultures.

This activity is one of the best things to do in Toledo in summer, as you will be able to enjoy the tour without having to dress warmly.

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• Price: from 12 euros per person.
• Duration: approximately 2 hours in total.
• Means of transport: it is a subway walking tour.

Take a different kind of night tour. If you are a friend of the paranormal or just like stories of apparitions and ghosts, this walking tour through the mysteries of Toledo is for you. Together with an experienced guide, you will get to know those places that usually remain hidden to tourists. Dungeons, alleys, old houses where some unexplainable events have occurred, you will see the other side of Toledo.

An adventure of almost 2 hours fear-proof, where you will walk through dark stone streets and spooky basements, while listening to legends about witchcraft, magic and ghostly apparitions. Truly, a different tour, for those who are tired of conventional tours.

To make sure it's not all gruesome, the tour ends with a tasting of some of the local pastry delicacies, yes... in a stone dungeon! This is one of the best things to do in Toledo at night.

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• Price: from 14 euros per traveler.
• Duration: 2 hours approximately
• Means of transport: walking tour.

But if what you want is a tour with style, you can't miss a hot air balloon ride over the sky of Toledo. This tour of between 3 and 6 hours will take you to know the main attractions of Toledo, but from a completely different and original perspective.

It is a large hot air balloon, with space for more than 10 passengers, from which you can get amazing views of the Tagus River, the Alcazar, the Cathedral, the walls and much of the historic center of the city of Toledo. After being in the air for just over an hour, the pilot will descend to enjoy a delicious brunch and a glass of white wine.

The tour also includes insurance, HD quality video, photos and flight certificate. An experience that has no comparison, take to the air and enjoy Toledo to the fullest.

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• Price: from 200 euros per person.
• Duration: from 3 to 6 hours in total.
• Means of transport: hot air balloon.

The Santa Iglesia Catedral Primada de España is one of the most outstanding constructions of the city of the 3 cultures. Its beauty exceeds any mention, since it has a sublime architecture that is worth seeing. You will tour the interior to marvel at its details, its main altarpiece and the beautiful stained glass windows in each of the naves.

The Cathedral of Toledo is considered one of the masterpieces of Gothic architecture. Its construction began in the 14th century, during the reign of Fernando III, the Saint, and was completed in the 15th century. You will be amazed by the delicate work of its doors. Among them, the Puerta del Reloj, the Puerta de los Leones and the Puerta del Perdón.

In this guided tour, you can also visit the sacristy chambers and its rooms, where you will learn about the history of the temple and its importance in the life and past of the city. After the visit you will be able to walk around on your own and take some pictures.

Details of interest

• Price: from 25 euros per person.
• Duration: this type of tour lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
• Means of transport: this is a walking tour of the Cathedral.

Take a tour through the Templar past of the city of Toledo. After sunset, you will visit the Casa del Temple Museum, located precisely in the Temple quarter, where you will learn, together with your local expert guide, all about these religious knights.

The Knights of the Order of the Templars were noble warriors, who were always linked to activities full of mystery. They used to meet in secret, their original name is Knights of the Order of the Poor Companions of Christ of the Temple of Solomon. It was one of the most important and influential military-Catholic orders of the Middle Ages. It remained active for two centuries and was later dissolved.

In this visit you will also visit the beautiful Church of San Miguel, an important part of Toledo's Templar past, while walking through the historic center of the city. A different experience, as entertaining as it is educational. Recommended for all ages.

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• Price: from 13 euros per person.
• Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes approximately.
• Means of transport: it is a walking tour.

Always the best way to book a tour is to do it online. This is the only way you can be sure that the company providing the tour is a responsible and experienced company. If you choose to book a tour on the street, you may not find professionals and end up having a bad experience. By booking online, you can read reviews and opinions from other travelers, so you know what to expect from the tour.

The duration will depend on the type of tour you have chosen, but in general they are around 90 minutes or 2 hours. It is important that you find out, before taking a tour, what are the available times for it, and if the duration does not overlap with any other activity or tour you want to do.

There are many types of tours, from guided walking tours through the historic center or tours of the main monuments of the city, to much more original options, such as the night mystery tour of Toledo, or the subway city tour. Each tour offers a different itinerary, so it is very important that you see all the options to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Toledo is a city full of attractions, so it is very likely that, when touring a site you will come across several others that are worth visiting. My recommendation is to make a map with the different places you want to see and try to group them by zones, this way you will save time and you will be able to optimize your trip to the maximum.

Another tip (maybe the best one I can give you), take comfortable shoes, because in Toledo you walk, and a lot!

The prices for tours in Toledo are usually not too expensive. Of course there are as many tours as there are budgets, but, in general, walking tours are usually around 10 to 15 euros per person. Tours that offer a different activity, such as a hot air balloon flight, tend to be more expensive.

With all the attractions that the city of Toledo has to offer, a guided tour is the best way to get to know it in depth. A visit on your own will make you miss out on stories and details that only an experienced local guide can give you, so with cities like Toledo, with so much rich heritage and so much history behind it, I think a guided tour is a must.

Of course, there are two types of passes, the Toledo Card and the Toledo Tourist Bracelet. With the Toledo Card you will be able to visit a select handful of attractions that the city has to offer, it is ideal for visits of less than 4 days.

On the other hand, the bracelet is the best option for trips of more days, since, in addition to having many more entrances to monuments, churches and museums, it also offers various guided walking tours of the city. The bracelet also does not expire, meaning that you can repeat your visit to the attractions you liked the most. An excellent way to get to know the city and save, both in the cost of tickets and in time, since with the Toledo tourist bracelet you can skip all the queues.