Toledo Half-Day Tour with St Tome Church & Synagoge from Madrid
Description
Only Half Day Tour to Toledo Rated 5 Star - Certificate of Excellence Upon arrival we start with a panoramic walking tour of Toledo, into the old quarters to visit the Town Hall Square and visit the inside of the impressive Primate Cathedral. If you did not buy thesupplement for the Cathedral, you have free time. Continuationto the old Palace of Justice and the City Hall. We will continue ourwalk through the old Jewish quarter with its narrow streets to enter and visit the Church of St. Tomé, with the very famous paintingof El Greco "El entierro del Conde Orgaz". Then we visit the old Synagogue of St. Maria la Blanca, which remains as a symbol ofthe coexistence of the "Three Cultures".
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Itinerary
Emblematic Toledo square with market on Tuesdays, community events and tourist train.
The Church of Santo Tomé, is located in the city of Toledo, and has great importance for housing the work The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz
Beyond its concrete historical and artistic value, the Cathedral Church has a value and a theological significance as a reference for the pastoral life of the whole diocese, for priests and for the lay faithful. In addition, the cathedrals have been the forge place of our Western and European culture; they were the embryo of the current universities, they anticipated welfare work and they were art workshops. Today the cathedrals are witnesses of that culture and message of transcendence and values for the people of today.
Santa María la Blanca is a temple located in the Spanish city of Toledo. Built in 1180 as a synagogue and, having functioned as such for 211 years, it was expropriated and transformed into a church as a result of the pogrom of 1391. At present the building belongs to the Catholic Church, but there is no cult in it. It is open to the public and functions as a museum or center where both cultural and educational activities take place.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(329)
We were excited to join this tour & I paid the $122+ for my son & I to participate. All communication said the tour begins at 9 am. We arrived at the determined spot only to be told that the bus was about to leave and that we were supposed to be there by 8:15-8:30. Nowhere in any of the communications I received mentioned this. The person behind the counter asked to see the voucher when I told them that there was nothing that told us what time to arrive. It took them a little bit to actually find it themselves. When I said I wanted a refund, they said I had to cancel 24 hours in advance. No apologies. No offer to have the bus wait for us. Just smug indifference. We have done over a dozen tours in multiple countries. In the cases where we couldn't find the group, the operator has called to direct us. In one case, we were too jetlagged & received a message to see if we were joining. We wound up rescheduling and paying for another night. For a tour operator, the lack of concern & wish to make things right means I will look closer at who is actually running the tour. Certainly will never go through this one again. The lack of professionalism for a hospitality based industry is unforgivable.
Good day Randi, Check in is at 8.30 am Departure time is at 9 am. Last Monday the 6th, the tour departed at 9.10 am. We were waiting for you. We are sorry to hear that you missed the tour because of not arriving on time. We understand your disappointment, but we are not responsible for the passengers delay, and it’s not acceptable to be blamed for it. With regards, Fun and Tickets Team
Oscar was a fantastic tour guide. I have done dozens of tours in Spain, and he is one of the best. Mario also a great driver.
Dear traveler, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with our Toledo Half Day Tour from Madrid, including St. Tomé Church and the Synagogue. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Oscar stood out as one of the best guides you have had during your travels in Spain. Your recognition of his knowledge and dedication means a great deal to us. We are also pleased to know that Mario contributed to a comfortable and enjoyable journey. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to both of them. Thank you for choosing Fun and Tickets. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another unforgettable experience soon. Kind regards, Fun and Tickets Team
Excellent job by the team of Oscar (the guide) and Pedro (the driver). Toledo is a unique place in the history of World culture, and the half-day trip highlighted most of its important elements. The presentation of our guide was in fluent Spanish and English and was at a very high intellectual level, full of important details that made every point that we visited memorable.
Dear traveler, Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Toledo and that Óscar and Pedro helped make it such a memorable experience. Toledo is indeed a unique city, where centuries of history, culture, and traditions come together in a truly special way. We're especially pleased that you appreciated Óscar's explanations. Sharing the history of Toledo in both Spanish and English while keeping the tour engaging and informative is no small task, and we're glad his knowledge and attention to detail helped bring each stop along the route to life. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to both Óscar and Pedro. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour during your next visit to Spain. Best regards, Fun and Tickets Team
The pickup at the meeting point was well organized, and the tour was relaxed.
Dear traveler, Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that everything went smoothly from the very beginning and that the meeting and boarding process felt well organized. It's also great to know that you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tour. Toledo is a wonderful city to explore without rushing, and we're glad you were able to enjoy the experience in a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again on another tour in Spain. Best regards, Fun and Tickets Team
It was very nice and chill. The city was beautifully and it was a interesting tour. I would do it again.
Dear traveler, Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the tour and that Toledo made such a good impression on you. It really is a beautiful city, full of charm, history, and unique corners to discover. It's especially nice to read that you would do the tour again. Comments like that tell us we've succeeded in creating an enjoyable experience. Thank you for spending part of your trip with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Toledo someday. Best regards, Fun and Tickets Team
It was very good, it coincided with Corpus Christi Day and there was a lively atmosphere, pleasant day, and the guide Arancha was very dedicated.
Muchas gracias por tu comentario, Iván. Qué suerte haber podido visitar Toledo durante la celebración del Corpus Christi. Es una de las fechas más especiales para descubrir la ciudad, con un ambiente único y sus calles engalanadas para la ocasión. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de la experiencia y que Arantxa contribuyó a ello con su implicación y dedicación. Le trasladaremos tus palabras, ya que seguro que le hará mucha ilusión recibir este reconocimiento. Gracias por acompañarnos en un día tan especial en Toledo. Un cordial saludo, Fun and Tickets Team
It was a lovely tour and a nice guide.
Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Toledo and had a lovely experience exploring this beautiful historic city. Even on a shorter tour, Toledo offers an incredible wealth of history, culture, and unforgettable sights. We're especially pleased that you enjoyed the guidance provided during the excursion. A great guide can make all the difference in helping visitors connect with the city's fascinating past and unique atmosphere. Thank you for choosing Fun and Tickets. We hope your time in Toledo was one of the highlights of your visit to Spain and that we'll have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future. Best regards, Fun and Tickets Team
Oscar was an excellent guide - very knowledgeable about Toledo and its history. He helped us understand the Muslim, Jewish and Christian history of the city.
Dear Joseph, Thank you for your kind words. Toledo’s mix of Muslim, Jewish and Christian heritage is what makes the city so unique, and we’re glad to hear Óscar helped bring that rich history into context during your visit. It’s great to know you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and engaging. Best, The Fun and Tickets Team
Tour started 1/2 hour late. Audio connection with guide was poor and he could not be heard most of the time. Tour was advertised as 5 hour duration but took close to9 hours. Sat around at end of guided tour for 2 1/2 hours. Despite the above, Toledo is awesome.
Dear Joe Mirr, We fully agree with you. Toledo is an awesome city. This is why sometimes we can give our travelers the opportunity to enjoy some more extra free time in the city if willing. We are sorry about the issue with the radio devices. Our guides have always some spare ones with them im case of need. We apologize for not having met your expectations. Thanking you kindly, Fun and Tickets Team
The city was absolutely beautiful. It rained all day but it was still lovely. The day could have been better if we were given adequate bathroom breaks. We only got two breaks all day and not enough time for lunch. We only had 35 mins for lunch and by the time we walked around to find food it was not enough time to eat so we ate nothing for lunch. We also did not get enough information about the city. Our receivers did not work well so my son stopped wearing his. It was an exhausting day and we had minimal breaks so it was rather disappointing. However, our guide was nice but didn’t know what to do in the rain. She let us stand outside in the pouring rain while she tried to be refunded for people who didn’t show but she previously purchased tickets for. It was a long rainy day that could have been better if it was more organized. It was very pricey and the tour was not well executed.
Dear Rebecca, We are glad you found the city beautiful and your guide nice, and that in spite of the heavy rain, the walking through the city could still be made by using the umbrellas offered or your own ones. We take note of your comments with regards to the lunch and bathroom breaks to Improve our services. We apologize for keeping you waiting for a few minutes due to a ticket issue that we were internally working on. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused by the receivers being failing. We hope meeting your expectations in your future tours. Thanks for joining us. Warm regards, Fun and Tickets Team
