Toledo Hop on Hop off Bus Tours
Toledo is one of the Spanish cities with more 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 richness, its monuments and buildings, which have left their mark, 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 many places of interest that are worth visiting. One way to visit the main jewels of Toledo is getting on board a tourist bus. With a perfectly organized 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 that you can visit with the tourist bus of Toledo, which 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.
Tourist bus tour around Toledo with free stops
This is one of the most complete options and offers the possibility to manage your own time, thanks to the fact that 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 will be visiting, available in several languages.
Some of the main sites of interest that you will see on board this bus tour are the Bisagra Gate, the historic center of the city, the Wall and the Alcazar of Toledo, 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 walk around 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.
Details of interest
- 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 baby strollers and also for people using wheelchairs.
- Disadvantages of this option: it does not offer pick-up and drop-off at the lodging sites.
What are the attractions I will see on the tour?
Next, I will tell you in detail what are the attractions and places of interest that you will visit during your tour aboard the tourist bus in 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 center and was built in the 10th century.
Historic Center of Toledo
The historic center of the city could be considered almost the most beautiful in all of Spain. Here you will see emblazoned mansions, mosques, synagogues, churches, palaces, museums and monasteries. All the constructions mix Mudejar, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles. The visual delight is endless.
Swords from Toledo
You will visit an authentic factory of swords, military sabers, swordsmen and other similar armaments. It is one of the most famous in the city of Toledo, and also has a great international prestige.
Leocadia Toledo
Leocadia is a saint venerated by the Catholic Church and born in the city of Toledo. On the bus tour, you can visit the Parish of Santa Leocadia, located on the street that bears her name. The parish was built in the 13th century and is still perfectly preserved today.
La Cure Gourmande
But not everything is history and architecture, visit this emblematic cookie store. You can delight yourself with their chocolates, marzipan, nougat and candies. La Cure Gourmande is of French origin and was founded in 1989, since then it offers products of the highest level made in an artisanal way.
Toledo Train Station
This railway station was the work of the architect Narciso Clavería y Palacios in 1919, then it was restored in 2015. For its historical and architectural importance it has been declared in the year 1991 Bien de Interés Cultural with the category of monument.
Enclave Toledo Escape Room
This entertainment site is an escape game room. The Enclave Toledo Escape Room is one of the oldest rooms of the city in its category and also one of the most popular. You can't miss this unique experience and give your trip an adventure and fun quota.
Walls of Toledo
The walls of Toledo have been modified on numerous occasions by the various peoples that inhabited its lands. The Romans were the first to wall the city. The walls of Toledo have been a National Monument since 1920.
Alcazar of Toledo
Located in one of the highest areas of the city, the Alcazar of Toledo, also known as the Royal Alcazar, is a civil-military fort of great historical importance. The different peoples that inhabited the region took advantage of the strategic location of this place, and the Romans themselves used it as a palace during their empire.
Provincial Historical Archive of Toledo
This building houses the institution in charge of compiling, organizing and disseminating the documents of the Administration of Justice, the General Administration of the State, the Junta de Comunidades de Castilla-La Mancha and other public and private organizations.
As you will see, the tour is very complete and very rich in terms of attractions of all kinds. Therefore, a ride on the tourist bus is a great option if you do not know what to do in Toledo in one 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 amount of attractions, in case you are left wanting more, it has 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 to let you know the main and most emblematic sites of the city that make up the essence of Toledo. The walk begins 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 should know about the history and legends around 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 hire your guided tour of Toledo independently.
Details of interest
- 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: you will learn, thanks to your guide, a lot of facts and stories that you would otherwise miss.
- Disadvantages of this option: it does not offer 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 tourist 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 the history about 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 pictures and walking around at your own pace. Always keep in mind the schedules of the Cathedral of Toledo. This tour is not only a complement to the Toledo tourist bus, but you can also hire it as a unique excursion.
Details of interest
- 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 from your guide all the secrets of this architectural jewel of Toledo.
- 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 recognize the bus stops?
Many of the bus stops are not signposted due to city traffic laws. In some places they are marked, but you will be informed of them when you purchase 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 designed 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 provide service on Sundays?
Yes, but this may vary on important holidays such as Christmas and New Year's Day.
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