Mirador del Valle (Valley Lookout), Toledo (must see)
The ultimate photo of Toledo, similar to El Greco's 16th-century landscape painting, "Vista de Toledo," takes a mini journey to reach it. One may cross the Tagus River and climb the road on the other side. Or walk up from the New Bridge of Alcantara (Puente Nuevo de Alcantara) or catch the Trainvision from Plaza de Zocodover for a scenic 45-minute ride.
The best views are located about 1.5 miles from the train station in Madrid. The walk is hilly but not overlong. There are stunning views along the way. After arriving in Toledo, turn right from the station, and stay on the main road. It's a forty-minute walk to the Valley Lookout (Mirador del Valle). Or, of course, one may take a taxi.
Another touring method is the Hop-On Hop-Off bus. One may hop on or off at ten different stops. Valley Lookout is one of them. Sightseeing builds an appetite, not to mention a thirst. Try the cold Sangria at Valley Lookout Terrace (Terraza del Mirador). It has the same incredible views. Seeing the city from the south side is recommended.
Other restaurants within a half mile of Mirador include Restaurante del Parador de Toledo; Restaurante La Ermita; Adolfo; Kiosko Base; Alqahirra Rincon de Oriente; El Brocal Taberna-Restaurant; and Taberna El Botero.
Standing on the Valley Watching Platform, one has a matchless overlook of the Old Town of Toledo: ancient churches, castles, old mansions, and palaces ruled by the mighty Alcazar. Time slows down, looking along the winding medieval walls to the river quietly flowing far below. Before and after twilight is the best time.
The best views are located about 1.5 miles from the train station in Madrid. The walk is hilly but not overlong. There are stunning views along the way. After arriving in Toledo, turn right from the station, and stay on the main road. It's a forty-minute walk to the Valley Lookout (Mirador del Valle). Or, of course, one may take a taxi.
Another touring method is the Hop-On Hop-Off bus. One may hop on or off at ten different stops. Valley Lookout is one of them. Sightseeing builds an appetite, not to mention a thirst. Try the cold Sangria at Valley Lookout Terrace (Terraza del Mirador). It has the same incredible views. Seeing the city from the south side is recommended.
Other restaurants within a half mile of Mirador include Restaurante del Parador de Toledo; Restaurante La Ermita; Adolfo; Kiosko Base; Alqahirra Rincon de Oriente; El Brocal Taberna-Restaurant; and Taberna El Botero.
Standing on the Valley Watching Platform, one has a matchless overlook of the Old Town of Toledo: ancient churches, castles, old mansions, and palaces ruled by the mighty Alcazar. Time slows down, looking along the winding medieval walls to the river quietly flowing far below. Before and after twilight is the best time.
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Mirador del Valle (Valley Lookout) on Map
Sight Name: Mirador del Valle (Valley Lookout)
Sight Location: Toledo, Spain (See walking tours in Toledo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Toledo, Spain (See walking tours in Toledo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Toledo, Spain
Create Your Own Walk in Toledo
Creating your own self-guided walk in Toledo is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Toledo's Ancient Walls, Gates and Bridges
Other than its signature “Toledo steel”, the Spanish city of Toledo is known for its historic architecture, particularly the ancient mammoth fortifications – a testament to the strength of the city that has maintained its borders for well over a thousand years.
Toledo's soaring walls were first built by the Romans in the 3rd century AD and then further expanded, over the following... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Toledo's soaring walls were first built by the Romans in the 3rd century AD and then further expanded, over the following... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Toledo Introduction Walking Tour
Located on the banks of the Tagus River in Spain, Toledo is called the "City of the Three Cultures." The cultures would be Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. They didn't always get along, but each has left its mark. Romans visited the area as early as 193 BC. Roman historian Livy referred to the city as "a small city, but fortified by location."
In 546, the early... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
In 546, the early... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
El Greco's Masterpieces
Domnnikos Theotokopoulos, most widely known as El Greco or "The Greek," was a Greek painter, sculptor, and architect of the Spanish Renaissance. El Greco was well ahead of his time. His dramatic and expressionistic style is regarded as a precursor of both Expressionism and Cubism of the 20th century.
El Greco was born in Crete, Greece, and studied painting in Italy. In 1577, he... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
El Greco was born in Crete, Greece, and studied painting in Italy. In 1577, he... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles