test
yourself
How many of the 25
Wonders of Spain ...
How many of the top
100 World
Wonders
Toledo Old Town
tips you can trust
Why
Toledo Old Town
is special
The old quarter of Toledo offers visitors an imposing Alcazar fortress (see photo), a grand 13th century Gothic cathedral, and a medieval maze of narrow, twisting, cobblestone streets.
Toledo Old Town
tips & insights
Setting
The Toledo Alcazar sits on a high hill providing a sweeping view of the town and countryside.
Top
attraction
The Toledo Cathedral with its soaring bell tower is the town's pride and joy. The highlight is El Transparente, an arresting medley of sculpture, painting and marble work. It covers the tall wall behind the main altar. The Toledo Cathedral also houses an enviable collection of art by Goya, El Greco, and other masters.
Best
vantage
of Toledo
Go to the other side of the river. It gives you a perspective view of the town.
How
to pronounce
Toledo: toh-LAY-doh
More Toledo Old Town tips ...
Wonders of Spain - Top 10 rankings
My credentials
About my website and criteria
Reader testimonials
sponsored ad
Explore my
candid country, region
and other travel guides
Click links for tips & insights
WONDERS OF ... | WONDERS OF ... | CRUISE GUIDES | SAFARI GUIDES | WORLD'S TOP WONDERS |
| ||||
| OTHER TIPS & INSIGHTS | ||||
|
| |||
SPECIAL TOPICS | MORE | |||
| ||||
| ||||
|
| |||
|
| |||
|
| |||
|
|
| ||
|
|
| ||
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
