Toledo
About 35 min by train from Madrid
A hilltop city of three cultures, with a cathedral, synagogues and El Greco.
Why locals go
History weekend half an hour away.
Visiting Madrid?
At 35 min by train, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Madrid for your flight home.
What to book
- Toledo Cathedral
- Old town walking tour
- Zipline across the Tagus River
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset from the Mirador del Valle
- Night walk through the lit-up old town
With friends
- Zipline over the river
- Marzipan and tapas tour
When to go
Year-round, avoid midday in summer.