Private Shalom Toledo Tour: 3-Hour Exploration of Jewish Quarter and Sephardic Legacy

Immerse yourself in the rich history and Sephardic legacy of Toledo on a private 3-hour tour. Explore the Jewish Quarter, learn about the customs and traditions of the Jewish people, and discover how three religions coexisted in this fascinating city.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Puerta de Cambron - Our accredited guide will receive you at this medieval gate of the wall to begin the walk
  • Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes - The convent of San Juan de los Reyes is a monastery in the Spanish city of Toledo belonging to the Franciscan Order, which was built under the patronage of Queen Isabella I of Castile with the intention of turning it into a royal mausoleum, in commemoration of the battle de Toro and the birth of Prince Juan. It is one of the most valuable examples of the Elizabethan Gothic style and the most important building erected by the Catholic Monarchs.
  • Synagogue of Saint Mary the White - 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.
  • El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum - The Sephardic Museum, attached to the Synagogue of El Tránsito, shows historical, religious and customs aspects of the Jewish past in Spain, as well as of the Sephardim, the descendants of the Jews who lived in the Iberian Peninsula until 1492.
  • Casa del Judío - In the heart of the Toledo Jewish quarter we can enjoy a house that shows the Jewish way of life in the 14th-15th centuries
  • Iglesia de Santo Tome - Inside this medieval church we will contemplate the masterpiece of Domenico Theotocopoulos (El Greco). The burial of the Lord of Orgaz
  • Santo Tome - In this marzipan workshop from 1856 we will taste the most typical sweet of the city
  • Plaza del Salvador - We will access an underground to see a medieval well belonging to a convent of the order of the Trinitarians
What's Included
  • Entrance to medieval underground
  • Pick up at the meeting point indicated by the client in their options
  • Local guide from Toledo with official accreditation for all the museums in the city
  • Small tasting of the famous Mazapán Toledano (only during open business hours)
What's Not Included
  • tips
  • Entrance fees to monuments
Additional Information

Engage in Shalom Toledo to gain insight into the significance of Jewish individuals in this metropolis. We will delve into historical narratives, cultural significances, and the heritage of the Sephardic Jews. By exploring their rituals, norms, and ways of life, we will be transported to a different era. Uncover the trident unity of Toledo, where three religions thrived together.

Location
P.º Recaredo, 35
Paseo Recaredo
We will meet outside the Puerta del Cambrón. (See the exact point in the product photos). 100 meters away, on Paseo de Recaredo itself, there is a parking lot
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Valerie_n
Jul 17, 2024
Excellent - I really recommend this excursion. Especially if Enrique is with you. He is a great guide, a wealth of knowledge that he knows how to share with patience and a lot of attention to visitors. תודה רבה ל-Enrique. היה מדהים, נחמד מאוד , מאוד מקצועי. היה כיף איתו. ממליצים אותו באופן מוחלט. היה מדריך מעולה.
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Kennethbp6902yz
Jun 15, 2024
An exceptional experience - He gave an absolutely excellent tour. It was a great learning experience and he also has a great sense of humor. We thoroughly enjoyed his tour.
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226jarrodb
Jun 5, 2024
Highly recommend! Favorite tour of our trip - I highly recommend this tour! We went to Toledo with no idea of what to expect, but our guide Alejandro gave us an incredible tour through the old city. He grew up in Toledo and knew the city so well that we learned much more than we expected. He also knew when the tourist crowds would hit various spots so he tailored it so it felt like we had a private tour of the city. This company took great care in making this a great experience for us.
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Vanesatexas
Jun 3, 2024
Excellent visit - Punctual, clean and new car. Excellent driver Fernando and guide Alejandra. Very good experience. 100% recommended.
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Jeremysg7146ws
May 22, 2024
Amazing tour! - Awesome tour! Enrique did a fantastic job and was incredibly knowledgeable about every part of the tour and of the city as a whole. Totally recommend!
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171adamh
Apr 11, 2024
Great experience. - What an amazing tour, Enrique was just excellent. He lives and was born in Toledo, and clearly knows the town, the people and the history. He met us at the train, had a cab take us to the city overlook, and then to the back gate/entrance. He spent a good 3+ hours with us, at our pace, what a wonderful experience. Highly recommend! We were prepared as it was raining off and on, but great experience.
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Adventure11545740280
Mar 26, 2024
wonderful experience - We booked the Shalom Toledo tour, and it exceeded all our expectations. In just over 3 hours, which flew by, we were able to see the synagogues, the basement of an old Jewish house which is marvelous, and we also tried the famous Toledo marzipan, which is delightful. We would definitely book it again without hesitation
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Jorgegb2699qd
Mar 26, 2024
Great tour - We recently took the Shalom Toledo tour, and it truly exceeded our expectations. In just over 3 hours, we were immersed in the rich history of the Jewish Quarter, exploring synagogues and the fascinating basement of an ancient Jewish home. The highlight was definitely tasting the renowned Toledo marzipan—a true delight! We would absolutely book this tour again in a heartbeat
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Michellew28
Jul 4, 2023
Excellent Tour - Enrique was so engaging , personable and knowledgeable. His passion and wealth of knowledge for the history of Toledo is remarkable. A wonderful tour - highly recommend Enrique. An unforgettable experience Thank you !!
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Karb214
Jun 30, 2023
Must do! - Enrique’s enthusiasm for Toledo and history is infectious! He shared his wealth of knowledge as we toured the ins and outs of Toledo. A must do!
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