Toledo Hop on Hop off Bus Tours
Toledo is one of the Spanish cities with the largest number of attractions. Discover how to get to know them on board its tourist bus.
Autobus blanco con amarillo en las calles |©Alexey Chernovskiy
Toledo is known as the city of the three cultures, due to the presence of Jews, Arabs and Christians throughout its historical past. Its cultural wealth, its monuments and buildings, left by these peoples, make it one of the most beautiful cities, not only in Spain but also in the world.
The streets of Toledo hide in each of its corners numerous places of interest that are worth visiting. One way to visit the main gems of Toledo is to get on board a tourist bus. With a perfectly organised itinerary, it will take you around the city and the best of the region.
In this article I will tell you which are the points of interest you can visit with the Toledo tourist bus, what are its routes and characteristics. This is one of the best things to see and do in Toledo and, without a doubt, one of the most complete experiences.
Sightseeing bus tour of Toledo with free stops
This is one of the most complete options and offers the possibility to manage your own time as it has 10 fixed stops throughout the city, where you can get off and get back on the bus with your 24-hour ticket.
Buses leave every 30 minutes and travel around the most important sites in Toledo. The vehicle has two floors, wifi and pre-recorded commentary with information about the sites you'll be visiting, available in several languages.
Some of the main sights you 'll see on board this bus tour include the Puerta de Bisagra, the historic city centre, the Toledo City Wall and Alcázar, La Cure Gourmande, Swords of Toledo and the Church of Leocadia, among others.
In addition to the possibility of getting off at any of the 10 stops to explore at your own pace, this tour offers as an optional complement a guided visit to the cathedral and a walking tour of the city with a guide.
Interesting details
- Price: from 20 euros per passenger.
- Duration: the tour lasts approximately 50 minutes.
- Means of transport: Double-decker bus.
- Advantages of this option: the vehicle is adapted for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
- Disadvantages of this option: it does not offer pick-up and drop-off at the accommodation sites.
What are the attractions I'll see on the tour?
Next, I will tell you in detail which are the attractions and places of interest that you will visit during your tour on board the tourist bus of the city of Toledo:
Puerta de Bisagra
Known as Puerta de Bisagra, the Puerta de Alfonso VI is located in a wall of the city of Toledo in the street C. Real del Arrabal. This gate gives access to the inner area of the historic quarter and was built in the 10th century.
Toledo's historic quarter
The historic quarter of the city could be considered almost the most beautiful in the whole of Spain. Here you will see emblazoned mansions, mosques, synagogues, churches, palaces, museums and monasteries. All the buildings are a mixture of Mudejar, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles. The visual delight is endless.
Swords from Toledo
You will see an authentic factory of swords, military sabres, florets and other similar armaments. This is one of the most famous factories in the city of Toledo, and it also enjoys great international prestige.
Leocadia Toledo
Leocadia is a saint venerated by the Catholic Church and was born in the city of Toledo. On the bus tour, you can visit the parish church of Santa Leocadia, located on the street that bears her name. The parish church was built in the 13th century and is still perfectly preserved today.
La Cure Gourmande
But it's not all about history and architecture, visit this emblematic biscuit shop. You can delight yourself with its chocolates, marzipan, nougat and sweets. La Cure Gourmande is of French origin and was founded in 1989. Since then it has been offering products of the highest quality made by hand.
Toledo Train Station
This railway station was designed by the architect Narciso Clavería y Palacios in 1919 and was restored in 2015. Due to its historical and architectural importance, it was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest with the category of monument in 1991.
Enclave Toledo Escape Room
This entertainment site is an escape room. The Enclave Toledo Escape Room is one of the oldest rooms in the city in its category and also one of the most popular. You can't miss this unique experience and give your trip an extra dose of adventure and fun.
Walls of Toledo
The walls of Toledo have been modified on numerous occasions by the various peoples who inhabited its lands. The Romans were the first to wall the city. The walls of Toledo have been a National Monument since 1920.
Alcázar of Toledo
Located in one of the highest parts of the city, the Alcázar of Toledo, also known as the Royal Alcazar, is a civil-military fortress of great historical importance. The different peoples who inhabited the region took advantage of the strategic location of this place, and the Romans themselves used it as a palace during their empire.
Toledo Provincial Historical Archive
This building houses the institution responsible for compiling, organising and disseminating the documents of the Justice Administration, the General State Administration, the Regional Government of Castile-La Mancha and other public and private bodies.
As you can see, the tour is very complete and rich in attractions of all kinds. That's why a trip on the tourist bus is a great option if you don't know what to do in Toledo in a day. With it you can make the most of your short stay and get to know the best of the city in a short time.
What is the optional guided walk like?
Although the tourist bus includes a good number of attractions, in case you want more, you have the option of taking a guided walking tour of Toledo. Below I will tell you in detail what to expect from it.
The aim of this tour is for you to get to know the main and most emblematic sites of the city that make up the essence of Toledo. The walk starts in the old Jewish quarter, where the Alcaná used to be. The guide in charge will tell you, in a very pleasant way, everything you need to know about the history and legends surrounding what you will be visiting. Among the main sites you will see are the Holy Church Cathedral, the Plaza de Zocodover, the Mirador del Azor, the main squares of the city such as the Plaza de San Roman, and its picturesque streets.
Although this tour is complementary to the tourist bus, you can also book your guided tour of Toledo independently.
Interesting details
- Price: from 12 euros per person.
- Duration: approximately one hour and 30 minutes.
- Means of transport: the tour is on foot.
- Advantages of this option: thanks to your guide, you will learn a great deal of facts and stories that you would otherwise miss.
- Disadvantages of this option: no transfers to and from your hotel or airbnb.
What is the guided tour of the Cathedral like?
The other optional tour offered by the Toledo sightseeing bus is a guided tour of the Cathedral. This experience will allow you to skip the annoying queues and enter directly into the iconic Cathedral Primada de Santa María de Toledo, where you will learn all the history behind it.
Besides being able to observe the impressive structure of this building and the wonderful paintings in the sacristy, the guide will tell you all about the history of its architecture. You will learn about the meaning of the naves, the stained glass windows, the main altarpiece and all the other components of this emblem of Toledo.
After the tour with the guide, if you wish, you can stay as long as you like, taking photographs and walking around at your own pace. Always bear in mind the opening hours of Toledo Cathedral. This tour is not only a complement to the Toledo sightseeing bus, but you can also hire it as a unique excursion.
Interesting details
- Price: From 20 euros per person.
- Duration: the visit to the Cathedral takes approximately one hour and 30 minutes.
- Means of transport: the tour is on foot.
- Advantages of this option: you will be able to learn all the secrets of this architectural jewel of Toledo from your guide.
- Disadvantages of this option: it does not offer transfers to and from the hotel.
Frequently asked questions about the Toledo sightseeing bus
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the tourist bus in Toledo.
How often do the buses pass by each stop?
Buses pass by the stops every 30 minutes.
How do I recognise the bus stops?
Many of the bus stops are not signposted due to city traffic laws. In some places they are signposted, but you will still be informed of them when you buy your ticket.
If I buy my ticket online, do I have to take the bus on a specific day?
No. You have a period of 3 months from the date of purchase to use your ticket. Please note that the ticket is personal and not transferable.
Is this activity suitable for children?
Yes, in fact there are special audio guides for children.
Can I buy tickets directly on the bus?
Yes you can, but not all vehicles have the technology to accept credit or debit cards. If so, you will have to pay in cash.
Does the bus run on Sundays?
Yes, but this may vary on major holidays such as Christmas and New Year's Day.
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