[True Free Tour Toledo] Explore Toledo with this Free Walking Tour
There are a lot of companies out there offering free tours if you search for “free tour Toledo”. But in the end, you are expected to pay for all of these “free tours”.
The only TRUE free tour is a self-guided walking tour.
But where should you go? What itinerary should you follow?
I’ve got you covered.
Check out the free Toledo walking tour in the guide below.
Toledo is the capital of Castilla-la-Mancha, and it’s located 1 hour south west of Madrid, which makes it an ideal destination for a day trip.
The ancient city is full of interesting things to discover, in particular Christian, Jewish and Muslims monuments dating from the Middle Ages.
In this travel guide about the free walking tour Toledo, Spain, you’ll find in the table of contents below everything that we’ll see, from the recommended walking tour itinerary to more information about the city. Simply click on the table to expand it, then click on any part you’d like to jump to.
Your Free Interactive Map
To make it easy for you to go on your Toledo Walking Tour, I’ve created a custom map, specially for you.
And yes, it’s free.
Here’s your Toledo Itinerary map:
Navigate: Click on the top left logo to open the side panel. You’ll see all of the spots in the itinerary; you can click on any to have more information
Download: To download the map, simply click on the “star” next to the title. It will automatically add the map to your Google Maps. In Google Maps, you will find it under Menu>Your Places>Maps
Free Walking Tour – Toledo
Just like walking in Avila, walking in Toledo is the best way to discover the city. The historic center is small and dense, and you will have the best experience of the city by exploring it by foot.
Toledo Walking Tour
Walking time: 50 minutes
Distance: 4 km / 2.5 miles
Total time recommended: from 1h30 (walking/taking in the views) to 4h30 (visiting everything along the way)
Ready to discover Toledo? On this Toledo free walking tour we’ll visit 10 spots, that will give you the best experience of this part of Spain.
Here are the main spots you’ll see on this free Toledo tour:
- Puente de San Martín
- Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes
- Sinagoga de Santa María La Blanca
- Iglesia de Santo Tomé
- Santa Iglesia Catedral Primada de Toledo
- Iglesia de San Ildefonso
- Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz
- Plaza Zocodover
- Alcázar de Toledo
- Puente de Alcántara
So there you have it, your Toledo free tour.
For more information about all of the places included in this walking tour, along with photos, keep reading below.
1- Puente de San Martín
We’ll start the city tour of Toledo in the west side of the historic city center.
The Puente de San Martín is one of the 2 original accesses to the city, spanning over the Tagus river. This National Monument built in 1390 is the perfect introduction to the medieval city of Toledo.
2- Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes
After crossing the Puente de San Martín, climb the hill to reach our next stop, the Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes.
It’s a huge building, and if you have time it’s definitely worth going inside to visit.
3- Sinagoga de Santa María La Blanca
You won’t have to walk a lot to reach the next stop, which is literally down the street.
The Sinagoga de Santa María la Blanca doesn’t look much from the outside, but it’s a real hidden treasure inside.
4- Iglesia de Santo Tomé
After the sinagoga, we’ll keep going down the Calle de los Reyes Catolicos, on our way to the Iglesia de Santo Tomé.
The itinerary will take you in front of the Sinagoga del Transito, a synagogue from the 14th century with beautiful ornaments inside. You’ll also walk next to the Museo del Greco, which might be worth a stop if you’re into museums.
5- Santa Iglesia Catedral Primada de Toledo
Our Toledo Spain walking tour will then take us to the center piece of the city, the Catedral de Toledo.
On the square, you’ll see the Toledo city hall (Ayuntamiente de Toledo) and the famous cathedral. It’s a good spot to stop for a while, and sit on benches under the trees to relax.
6- Iglesia de San Ildefonso
A short 4 minutes walk will lead you to the Iglesia de San Ildefonso, on the highest part of Toledo.
On top of gazing upon the beautiful facade of the church, you can climb all the way up to the twin bell towers, for one epic view of Toledo, with the cathedral and the castle in the distance!
7- Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz
Toledo is a special city because of the 3 cultures it has: Christianism, Islam and Judaism. On the first part of the tour we’ve seen churches and synagogues, it’s now time to see a mosque!
The Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz is a very small mosque, revealing incredible details inside.
8- Plaza Zocodover
Our 8th stop on the free walking tour Toledo edition is the main square in Toledo, the Plaza Zocodover.
There are beautiful buildings on every side of the square, and it’s the perfect place to sit on the terrace of a local café while enjoying the view and the local vibe.
9- Alcázar de Toledo
From the Plaza Zocodover, you can see the towers of the Alcazar de Toledo peaking above the roofs; in fact, it’s right down the street.
We’ll walk around to have a better view of the castle, and if you have time in your schedule you can go inside to visit.
10- Puente de Alcántara
And finally, the 10th and last stop of our Toledo self guided walking tour, the Puente de Alcántara.
After entering the city through the first medieval bridge, we’ll leave by crossing the second one. If you have extra time at the end of this walking tour, you can walk up to the Mirador del Valle, to end the day with a beautiful view over the whole city.
So there you have it, your walking tour Toledo itinerary. If you follow this 10 spots itinerary, you’ll discover the main points in Toledo, and it’s a good way to see the city!
Of course, this walking tour is meant to be used as a starting point – don’t follow it to the letter!
I highly encourage you to be curious along the way: follow that quaint street; go in this appetizing bakery.
If you post your photos of Toledo on Instagram, tag them with #kevmrc so that we can see them!
Tips For Your Toledo Walking Tour
If you’re planning to discover Toledo by walking around in the city and following this free walking tour of Toledo Spain, then I have a few tips for you.
These will help you make the most out of your visit in Toledo:
- as for any walking tour, make sure to wear proper footwear! Sneakers are ok for this short walk, but hiking shoes are always recommended
- wear sunscreen and a hat if it’s sunny; the sun is no joke
- remember to be respectful when you enter places of worship: take off your hats, and be quiet
- bring a thermos with you on your walk, you’ll be happy to have cold water/hot coffee with you when you sit down for a break
- if you’re planning to visit the monuments (the cathedral, go up the walls, and more) consider purchasing the Toledo Bracelet to save some money
How to Get to Toledo
You can either get to Toledo by car, or by train.
By car
Toledo is a perfect day trip from Madrid, and from other Spanish cities. You’ll find below the driving time from nearby cities:
From Madrid: 1h
From Segovia: 1h35
From Valencia: 3h30
It’s difficult to drive and park in the city; the best option is to find a parking outside of the city walls, then walk to the center.
When you’ll reach Toledo, head to the north east of the city, right outside of the city walls. This is where you’ll find the cheapest parking options, and the most parking spaces available.
By train
If you don’t have a car, you can get to Toledo by train from Madrid. There is a direct train that goes straight from Madrid to Toledo.
From: Madrid-Puerta de Atocha
To: Toledo
Duration: 33 minutes
Cost: 13.90€ (average price)
Book here: Train to Toledo
You can also take the trains from other cities in Spain (Barcelona, Segovia, …), just click on the link above to see all options.
From the Toledo train station, you can walk to the city center, which will take you around 20 minutes.
Where to Stay in Toledo
If you’re visiting Toledo, you have several options for where to stay. You’ll find below hotels depending on your travel style:
Budget: Albergue Juvenil Los Pascuales
Cheapest accommodation in Toledo, for around 14€ per night.
This youth hostel is only 2 minutes away from the Toledo Cathedral and the Toledo Castle. It also comes with included breakfast!
Comfy: Hotel San Juan de los Reyes
The Hotel San Juan de los Reyes is my favorite accommodation for a comfy stay in Avila, for around 75€ per night.
It’s ideally located in Toledo, a short walk from all the main sights. The beds are pretty comfy, and the included breakfast makes it a perfect choice for your stay in Avila. You’ll also enjoy free parking (which is nice in Toledo), and spacious bathroom with a hydro-massage bathtubs, perfect to relax after a long day of exploration in the city.
Luxury: Almunia de San Miguel
The best hotel in Toledo, hands down.
The Almunia de San Miguel has everything you’ll need, and even more: free parking, breakfast included, incredible rooms, and the location… The hotel is right next to the castle and the cathedral, you can’t be closer! There’s even a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city.
Visit Spain
Planning a trip to Toledo and Spain? You can find below several other articles about this wonderful part of the world to help you plan your trip:
Toledo Guides:
The Best Things to Do in Toledo
Day Trip from Madrid to Toledo
Visit the Monastery of San Juan de Los Reyes
Spain Guides:
How to get from Madrid to Segovia
I hope you enjoy your trip to Toledo and to Spain!
If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below, I always reply.
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