Exploring Toledo
We are so excited to share our special day with you in the enchanting city of Toledo, Spain! Known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, Toledo offers a plethora of activities and sights for everyone to enjoy. Here are some highlights to help you make the most of your visit:
Museums
- Museo de Santa Cruz – The Museum of Santa Cruz is an art, archaeology and ethnographic museum located in the historic centre of the city of Toledo, Spain. – Free
- MQM Museo del Queso Manchego Toledo – wait for it… cheese museum.
- Museo del Greco – Art museum dedicated to El Greco and his influence on Toledo in the early 17th century.
- Convento de Santo Domingo El Antiguo – The Monastery of Saint Dominic of Silos (the Old) is a Cistercian convent.
- El Alcazar – Military Museum exhibiting the history of the Spanish army. The building itself, especially the main patio and stairs, are very impressive. It’s worth visiting just for the stunning city views from the top balcony.
Landmarks
- Alcázar de Toledo – The Alcázar of Toledo is a stone fortification located in the highest part of Toledo, Spain. *Make a stop at the café in the Castile-La Mancha library, located in one of the towers, and enjoy the panoramic view.
- Puente de San Martín – St Martin’s Bridge, is a medieval bridge across the Tagus river.
- Puente de Alcántara – old Roman arch bridge in the western side of Toledo.
- Monasterio de San Juan de Los Reyes – a late Gothic-style Isabelline-style Franciscan monastery built in the 15th century. *Walk up to the Plaza Virgen de la Gracia viewpoint for a great view of the monastery and surrounding area.
- Catedral Primada – Medieval Gothic style architecture is very unique and ranks among the top 10 cathedrals in Spain.
- Plaza Zocodover – a large open plaza that connects many of the main sites in Toledo. It has a long history of being a connection point for the city, and is a natural meeting place for tourists today.
Restaurants
You cannot go wrong with the food in Toledo, we highly recommend making reservations.
- El Trébol
- Restaurante La Cave
- Restaurante La Mar Salá
- Cervecería La Abadía
- Street & Soul – Restaurante Vegano (100% Vegetariano)
- Restaurante El Peñón
- Restaurante La Ermitaña
- Entre Dos Fuegos Restaurante
- La Cábala Restaurante
- Restaurante La Orza
- Restaurante Victor Sánchez-Beato**
- Adolfo Restaurante**
- Taberna el Botero**
**Reservations required
Helpful Tips!
Wear comfortable shoes, as Toledo is a very walkable city. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle, as it will be hot in August.
Consider taking a taxi to the old town as there is limited parking and many streets are not accessible for cars. The venue can arrange a taxi for you at any time.
Maps
To make your visit to Toledo even more enjoyable, we’ve created a custom map featuring all the landmarks, museums, and restaurants we’ve recommended. You can access this map online or download it for offline use, so you won’t miss a thing even if you don’t have cell service.
How to Use the Map:
- Open the Map Link: Click on the link above to open our custom map in Google Maps.
- Save the Map: Once the map is open, click the “Save” button to add it to your places for easy access later.
- Download for Offline Use:
Open Google Maps on your phone.
Go to your saved places and select the Toledo map.
Tap the menu (three horizontal lines) and select “Offline maps.”
Choose “Select your own map” and zoom in on Toledo to download the area.
Catedral Primada
La Casa de Damasco
Restaurante La Cave
El Trebol
Pl. de Zocodover
Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes
San Martin's Bridge
Alcázar de Toledo
Convento de Santo Domingo El Antiguo
Museo del Greco
MQM Museo del Queso Manchego Toledo
Museo de Santa Cruz
Restaurante La Mar Salá
Cervecería La Abadía
Street & Soul - Restaurante Vegano (100% Vegetariano)
Restaurante El Peñón
Restaurante La Ermitaña / Mirador Gastronómico
Entre Dos Fuegos Restaurante
Restaurante Victor Sánchez-Beato
Adolfo Restaurante
Restaurante La Fábrica de Harinas
La Cábala Restaurante
Restaurante La Orza
Mezquita del Cristo de la Luz
Cigarral de las Mercedes
Taberna el Botero
“I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list.”