Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an enchanting medieval city located in the heart of Spain, less than a 1-hour drive from Madrid. Read on to discover the top things to do in Toledo over a day.
Discover Toledo in a Day
How to Get There
You can opt to take the train from Madrid to Toledo. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
Alternatively, you can also go by car, it is about a 45-minute drive.
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11 Best Things to Do in Toledo
- Visit the Alcazar fortress, offering stunning views of the city.
- Explore the winding streets, as well as the Jewish Quarter, known as the Judería.
- Take a stroll through the beautiful gardens of the Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, which is considered one of the best examples of Jewish architecture in Spain.
- Visit the impressive Toledo Cathedral and marvel at its Gothic architecture.
- Visit the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, a stunning Gothic monastery built by the Catholic Monarchs in the late 15th century.
- Explore the winding streets lined with artisan shops and traditional cafes
- Visit the Church of Santo Tomé to see one of El Greco‘s most famous works, “The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.”
- Hop on the city train and take a guided tour of the Alcazar fortress and learn about its fascinating history.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the Mirador del Valle viewpoint.
- Indulge in some delicious local cuisine, such as marzipan or roast lamb, for lunch or dinner.
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Where to Eat in Toledo
Make sure you indulged in some local cuisine and try some of the local specialties such as “migas”, which are fried breadcrumbs seasoned with garlic, chorizo, and other ingredients.
Toledo is known for its marzipan, so make sure you visit Mazapan Santo Tome.
Make sure to indulge yourself in traditional Castilian cuisine. Their specialties include lamb stew: “cordero al chilindrón” and “cochinillo” (roast suckling pig). You can find this at Los Cuatro Tiempos restaurant, where their specialty is roast suckling pig and lamb chops.
