1. Toledo Cathedral
One of Spain’s great Gothic cathedrals, with paintings by El Greco and Goya in its sacristy.
2. El Greco Museum and Santo Tomé
See El Greco’s masterpiece, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, in the Church of Santo Tomé, and more of his work in the museum.
3. Synagogues of Santa María la Blanca and El Tránsito
Two medieval synagogues; El Tránsito houses the Sephardic Museum.
4. Alcázar
The fortress at the top of the city, now home to the Army Museum.
5. Mirador del Valle
The viewpoint across the river for the classic panorama of the city.
6. Marzipan
Toledo is famous for marzipan, sold by convents and old bakeries.
Day trips from Toledo
- Consuegra windmills: about 1 hour by car.
- Madrid: about 35 minutes by train.
- Aranjuez: about 45 minutes by car.
What to eat
- Carcamusas
- Mazapán
- Perdiz estofada
Tip: The fast train from Madrid takes about 35 minutes.
Planning to stay longer? Read our full Toledo guide.
