Toledo Jewish Heritage Private Tour with expert local guide

You will understand the reasons why one of the most flourishing Sephardic communities was established in Toledo since the 4th century, with its more than 10 synagogues, its Talmudic schools, Mikveh and various archaeological remains that show us the reality of the Jewish quarter of Toledo, an authentic “city within a city” A unique experience is waiting for you to show you spaces in the underground of Toledo, called Unknown Heritage, such as archaeological remains of ancient ritual baths and rests of the ancient walls.

The old town of Toledo was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage City since 1986. On our tour, we will walk along streets and squares full of history, demonstrating the sheer wealth and splendor of the old capital of Spain, the city commonly known as “the City of Three Cultures “

The oldest written documents that we have from Jews in Toledo are from the fourth century, in the Roman era, although it is possible that they established themselves in the city before then.
On our tour, we will walk through the narrow streets of the old Jewish quarter, visiting the main monuments and underground archaeological remains that made this Jewish quarter one of the most important in Europe.

El Tránsito Synagogue, also known as the Synagogue of Samuel Leví, was built after the King Peter I’s treasurer ordered its construction in 1355. Although the building of new synagogues was not allowed at that time, approving its construction was King Peter I’s way of thanking the Jewish community for supporting him in the war against his brother Enrique de Trastámara. Inside the synagogue, we can admire the incredible prayer room decorated with rich plasterwork and the National Museum of Sephardic Culture.

The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, was one of the eleven synagogues that stood in Toledo until the end of the fourteenth century. This is one of the oldest in Europe and was built at the end of the twelfth century or beginning of the thirteenth century in Mudejar style. The oriental style can also be appreciated in the sobriety of the exterior decoration, which is the complete opposite of the beautiful adornment found in its interior.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• 3-hour guided tour
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  Duration: 3 hours: Private 3-hour tour with licensed guide, visiting the main monuments.
  (Transfer from Madrid not included in this option)
  Starting points:
  Plaza de Zocodover, Pl. de Zocodover, 45001 Toledo, Spain
  Renfe, P.º de la Rosa, 45006 Toledo, Spain
• 5h-tour to Toledo from Madrid
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  Duration: 5 hours: The driver will pick you up from your hotel to travel to Toledo to go on a 3-hour private tour, and then return to Madrid.
  Starting point:
  Madrid, Spain
  Pickup included
• 8h-Tour to Toledo from Madrid
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  Duration: 8 hours: The driver picks you up from your hotel to go on a 3-hour private tour to Toledo, 3 hour free time, and then return to Madrid
  Starting point:
  Madrid, Spain
  Pickup included

• Hotel or Train Station in Toledo pickup (Only if option selected)
• Admission Ticket for El Tránsito Synagogue (Sephardic Museum)
• Licensed local guide specialized in Jewish culture
• Round trip transfer from Madrid (only if option selected)
• Admission Ticket for Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca

• Taxi ride from the train station to the historic center or to El Valle viewpoint.

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• This Tour is Provided by Destino Toledo.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Madrid.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.