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Essence of Toledo: Private Tour with a Local Archaeologist

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2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

You will enjoy a complete, close and very entertaining private guided tour with Alejandro Tejada, an archaeologist born and raised in Toledo, a tour guide and passionate about his city. You will marvel at the main treasures of Toledo and also some corners far from the usual tourism, lonely alleys and squares surrounded by silence and medieval charm.

What's Included

  • Access to the archaeological remains of the ancient Roman baths
  • 10% discount on entrance to the cathedral
  • Pick up at the train station, if the client so wishes
  • Tickets to the cathedral, Santo Tomé and Synagogue (€16 per person)
  • Taxi rides from the train station
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

45006 Toledo
Spain

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Pick up at the Toledo train station. The guide awaits you on the platform with a sign with your name written on it.

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Plaza del Ayuntamiento
45002 Toledo, Spain

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Plaza De Zocodover

Starting point in the main square of the city
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Las Termas Romanas de la Plaza de Amador de los Rios

Access to the archaeological remains of the Roman baths of Toletvm, from the 1st century. Closed on Mondays.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Catedral Primada

The richest and most opulent of the Spanish cathedrals. We explore its treasures and traditions: main altar, choir, sacristy, chapter house, cloister, custody of the Corpus
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museo de los Concilios y de la Cultura Visigoda

Located in the spectacular church of San Román, a jewel of the Toledo Mudejar style. The most beautiful and unique church in the city. Closed on Mondays.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sinagoga del Transito

Beautiful medieval synagogue, a paradigm of coexistence between Jews, Christians and Muslims. Essential
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Iglesia de Santo Tome

In the church of Santo Tomé, El Greco's masterpiece is exhibited: The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz. An authentic symphony of color and expression, a jewel of universal painting that very few cities in the world can boast of. Your visit is absolutely essential and it is always better to enjoy it and understand it from the hand of a local historian.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Essence of Toledo: Private Tour with a Local Archaeologist?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Access to the archaeological remains of the ancient Roman baths
  • 10% discount on entrance to the cathedral
  • Pick up at the train station, if the client so wishes
  • Private and exclusive access to the Well of Salvador (S.XII)
  • Tasting of the best marzipan in Toledo. Delicious sweet with origins in the 13th century
  • Pick up at the hotel, if the client so wishes
  • Official tour guide, born in Toledo, specialist in archeology
  • Tickets to the cathedral, Santo Tomé and Synagogue (€16 per person)
  • Taxi rides from the train station

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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