Toledo Jewish Heritage Private Tour with expert local guide

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Duration:3 hours to 8 hours (approx.)
Location: Toledo, Spain

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You will understand the reasons why one of the most flourishing Sephardic communities was established in Toledo since the 4th century, with its more than 10 synagogues, its Talmudic schools, Mikveh and various archaeological remains that show us the reality of the Jewish quarter of Toledo, an authentic “city within a city” A unique experience is waiting for you to show you spaces in the underground of Toledo, called Unknown Heritage, such as archaeological remains of ancient ritual baths and rests of the ancient walls.

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1. Casco Historico de Toledo
The old town of Toledo was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage City since 1986. On our tour, we will walk along streets and squares full of history, demonstrating the sheer wealth and splendor of the old capital of Spain, the city commonly known as “the City of Three Cultures "
2. Jewish Quarter
The oldest written documents that we have from Jews in Toledo are from the fourth century, in the Roman era, although it is possible that they established themselves in the city before then. On our tour, we will walk through the narrow streets of the old Jewish quarter, visiting the main monuments and underground archaeological remains that made this Jewish quarter one of the most important in Europe.
3. El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum
El Tránsito Synagogue, also known as the Synagogue of Samuel Leví, was built after the King Peter I’s treasurer ordered its construction in 1355. Although the building of new synagogues was not allowed at that time, approving its construction was King Peter I’s way of thanking the Jewish community for supporting him in the war against his brother Enrique de Trastámara. Inside the synagogue, we can admire the incredible prayer room decorated with rich plasterwork and the National Museum of Sephardic Culture.
4. Synagogue of Saint Mary the White
The Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, was one of the eleven synagogues that stood in Toledo until the end of the fourteenth century. This is one of the oldest in Europe and was built at the end of the twelfth century or beginning of the thirteenth century in Mudejar style. The oriental style can also be appreciated in the sobriety of the exterior decoration, which is the complete opposite of the beautiful adornment found in its interior.

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Posted By : Karen_D
Manuel led us on a 2 hour journey into the past and we learned much about Toledo and the Jewish history of the city. Very enjoyable and memorable.
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 12:10:15

Posted By : Jordan_R
We had a fanatic tour experience with Manuel! He was knowledgeable, engaging and charming. He catered the tour to our specific interests. It was so great to get a Toledano’s perspective on the history, and tips on where to explore after our tour. Can’t recommend Manuel enough! Gracias!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15 13:25:56

Posted By : Jonathan_H
Our tour guide Fernando was great ! Funny. Knowledgable. Introduced us to the fascinating Toledo. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 03:18:38

Posted By : Jakepenn
I’ve done many Jewish Heritage Tours from Israel, Budapest, Prague, Krakow, Warsaw and this ranks amongst the best. I learned an incredible amount and also validated info I already knew. Sonia was one of the best tour guides we have ever had. She is extremely knowledgeable. The pace of the tour was perfect. We greatly appreciated Sonia as well as her knowledge of Spanish history and of her hometown, Toledo. Regardless of your religious background this tour is a must. You will not be disappointed.
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Posted On : 2024-04-09 03:33:10

Posted By : Lillian_F
Daniel is very knowledgeable on Jewish heritage in Toledo… it was a pleasure to have him be our guide… I highly recommend him.
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Posted On : 2024-04-04 05:02:55

Posted By : Risa_G
We loved our tour! Irene was so nice and knowledgeable, and we really appreciated her insider take as a Toledo native. She’s also a great photographer :-) We spent most of our time in the Jewish quarter, and we saw and learned things we would never have found on our own. Irene had a key to the basement of a house where an ancient synagogue is hidden, she pointed out symbols and details we would have completely missed, and she gave us so much background on the fascinating history of the Jewish people in Toledo. She also knew every shortcut, which really helped, because the city is a maze and we would have been walking in circles without her. We weren’t sure if we wanted to lose a whole day in Madrid on a day trip, but I am so glad we did, as this tour was a highlight. If you are interested in learning about Jewish history and culture in Spain, do not miss this!
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Posted On : 2024-04-03 03:25:57

Posted By : Joshua_G
Sonia is a brilliant guide and storyteller. She knows every nook and cranny of the place and cuts to the essentials for the time you have to spend there. Impressive range, too - great for adults but also relates to kids so very well. Outstanding experience. Strongly recommend Sonia.
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Posted On : 2024-03-30 04:18:36

Posted By : Freedom349210
Javi was AMAZING!! Extremely knowledgeable. He was a pleasure to spend the morning with. He was thorough with all his explanations and encouraged us to ask what questions we had.
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Posted On : 2024-03-28 13:41:46

Posted By : rebekahmF4112JH
We had a wonderful tour with Sonia who was knowledgeable about the Jewish Quarter and all of the sites. Sonia tailored the tour for our family group’s needs and requests and provided many helpful suggestions for our day in Toledo. Highly recommend!!
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Posted On : 2024-03-27 10:08:52

Posted By : Rebekah_M
We had a wonderful tour with Sonia who was knowledgeable about the Jewish Quarter and all of the sites. Sonia tailored the tour for our family group’s needs and requests and provided many helpful suggestions for our day in Toledo. Highly recommend!!
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Posted On : 2024-03-27 10:06:36