Over the top like most churches in Spain but of course this one is on a much grander scale. There…read more is so much to see in this huge Cathedral (second biggest in Spain) a guide would be helpful. Beside the main altar the most impressive item was the silver and gold Monstrance of Arfe that gets paraded around Toledo during the Corpus Christi procession. We spent an hour wandering around. 12 euros general admission 8 euros for seniors. This is the must see attraction in Toledo.

This Gothic monster was started in 1226 and finished sometime after your great-great-great-great…read moreancestors were born, it's all arches, stained glass, and gold that glows like it's powered by divine Wi-Fi. Fun fact: The bell tower of Toledo's Cathedral leans slightly to one side. Yep, that majestic Gothic spire is giving off subtle Pisa vibes. Historians think the tilt came from unstable ground or foundation settling over centuries. The clock on the tower was installed in the 18th century and has just one hand. Apparently, telling time precisely was optional when you had eternity to think about it.

Unless you hate visiting religious sites, it's worth a stop at the cathedral if you visit Toledo…read more It is astonishingly beautiful, and considered by many to be the finest example of gothic architecture in Spain. There are many gems to be found here--literally and figuratively. Visit the choir and check out the scenes carved into the backs of the seats. The chapter house has several frescoes. The cloister is a nice place to simply wander. There's an illuminated manuscript which is beautiful work. In the Chapel of the Treasure is the great monstrance, a 10 foot tall object that I believe was made of silver but has since been gilded in full. It's carved with hundreds of statuettes and figurines of angels, saints, bells, and so on; columns and lacework and more. It lives nowadays behind a protective bulletproof glass, but is still put in use for feast days or papal processions. I spent a couple of hours here and really enjoyed my visit. Even for those of us not particularly religiously inclined there is so much to see with the artwork in the frescoes and illuminated text, the carvings and the architecture. There's so much history on site, given it's nearly 800 years old. Monarchs of several kingdoms chose the Cathedral as their resting place. Tickets are inexpensive. It's worth the visit.

After deciding to make a day trip to Toledo, seeing the Cathedral was top of my list of things to…read moredo. This church was truly impressive. The sheer size was awe-inspiring, but reading through the history was equally awe-inducing. There were small chapels dedicated to different saints along the whole outside walls; unfortunately, you couldn't go in to any at the time we visited. You could also go though an attached museum and go through the crypt in the basement. My favorite area was the choir "loft" in the center of the sanctuary, surrounded by the organ pipes. I can only imagine the sound when those are played. Overall, I would give yourself at least an hour of time here, if not a little longer.

This monastery was basically the Catholic Monarchs' version of a divine thank-you note! Behold the…read moreholiness and the bank account of Ferdinand and Isabella. Instead of paper and ink, they used stone, cloisters, and architecture. The outside looks like a fortress, an architectural hallucination almost. Inside, it's all hushed vibes, echoing halls, orange trees, and arches practically begging to be posted. And those chains draped on the front are some casual war trophies from rescued Christian prisoners.

One of Toledo's most important historical sights, the Monastery of San Juan de Los Reyes was…read moreconstructed in the late 15th Century by los Reyes Católicos, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, to commemorate their victory over Portugal at the Battle of Toro. With it's stunning chapel and Mudéjar cloister, it's worth at least an hour of your time when visiting this spectacular city. Strolling the exquisitely designed cloisters and church, you get a sense of how important the Catholic Monarchs were to the Kingdom of Spain -- this was intended to be their final resting place until religious and political winds shifted the burial site to Grenada. The chapel's magnificent design is a testament to the King and Queen, as well as to the rising power of the Spanish throne. You can also get a higher perspective from two of the second-story choir boxes, just off the Upper Cloister (the steep staircase makes for a tight squeeze, but is worth it for the view).

This beautiful church was completed in 1159 and dedicated to St. Savior. There was a fire in the 15…read morecentury that brought about a renovation. There is access to the ruins of a mosque that the church was built on top of. The backyard was excavated and revealed graves and more. The historical content is interesting and a must see if you are visiting the area. It's small and will only take about 30 minutes to view everything.

This Church of El Salvador is standing above a mosque from the 9th century. A wall was left…read morestanding & excavations discovered the remains of Roman & Visigoth civilizations. Scenes of Christ & a minaret can be see .

If you only have time to knock out a few of Toledo's major attractions, you must at least stop on…read moreby to Iglesia de los Jesuitas for the VIEW! It's not surprise to locals and tourists that this viewpoint is popular. As you walk through this labyrinth they call a town, you'll find solace in a view that lets you look over the cityscape, cathedrals, and monuments that make Toledo what it is today. Hopefully your trip up here is during a sunny day! A blue sky would make the experience even better. Unfortunately, the view is not very access-friendly, so folks that require some assistance may find it difficult to find their way to the top. However, the church itself is beautiful and a marvel in Toledo.

Note: there are two listings of the same church one with its Spanish name and the other with its…read moreEnglish name- "Church of the Jesuits" Another great church in a city filled with churches and second only in majesty to the cathedral. Like other churches it has a large and colorful altarpiece located at the end of the main hall under a soaring ceiling. We stopped in on a Sunday in Mid-April with our guide and had the unexpected pleasure of learning that it was free to enter on this day instead of the usual 2€. It's a magnificent church but it's best feature is the opportunity to climb the 131 steps to the top of the towers to take in the views of the cathedral and surrounding countryside. It wasn't too busy when we were there so we had no wait to climb the stair and there were only 3 other people up top. The space is limited-really only room enough for single-file but since no one was behind, we could take our time with pictures and the view. It's an easy climb if you take your time and definitely worth a stop during your visit to Toledo.

This baroque style church is located in the historic center of Toledo and is the second largest…read moretemple in the city. It was built on the birthplace of San IIdefonso..the patron Saint of Toledo in the 17th century. The church took over a 100 years to complete. You will easily spend an hour or more touring the church and if you climb up the twin towers you will be rewarded with a gorgeous view of the city.

Another great church in a city filled with churches and second only in majesty to the cathedral…read more Like other churches it has a large and colorful altarpiece located at the end of the main hall under a soaring ceiling. We stopped in on a Sunday in Mid-April with our guide and had the unexpected pleasure of learning that it was free to enter on this day instead of the usual 2€. It's a magnificent church but it's best feature is the opportunity to climb the 131 steps to the top of the towers to take in the views of the cathedral and surrounding countryside. It wasn't too busy when we were there so we had no wait to climb the stair and there were only 3 other people up top. The space is limited-really only room enough for single-file but since no one was behind, we could take our time with pictures and the view. It's an easy climb if you take your time and definitely worth a stop during your visit to Toledo.

Well, no signs in English, so it was hard to know exactly what was going on, but I believe that…read morethis church with Islamic-style architecture also serves as a museum for the Visigoth culture that predated the Muslim invasion from North Africa back in the 9th century or thereabouts. If you can tolerate the pigeon stank, there is a nice little tower to climb for a panoramic view of Toledo. Being up at the top of the tower by ourselves reminded us of the climatic scene from Vertigo, except this tower was wrapped in a sort of chicken wire cage to protect against any rapid gravity-powered descents. (To be realistic, the chicken wire was probably intended mostly to keep the pigeons out, but it also offered some mild sense of protection.)