Santa María La Blanca SynagogueTHE MOST BEAUTIFUL, HARMONIOUS, AND DELICATE SYNAGOGUE IN THE JEWISH QUARTER OF TOLEDO
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What to see in Santa María La Blanca Synagogue
History, architecture and transformations of a mudejar jewel in Toledo
Toledo’s former major Synagogue, today Santa María la Blanca, is an icon of the city and of sephardic history in it. Its white columns have been a symbol of Toledo for centuries, transporting visitors to a bygone era and offering a haven of peace in today’s bustling world.
The monument is well preserved, allowing visitors to appreciate its original design. The large surrounding garden offers a space to relax and enjoy a unique experience. Recently, an innovative LED lighting system has enhanced the way this historic gem is appreciated.
Its uncertain and eventful history makes Santa María La Blanca a fascinating monument. Possibly built by figures such as Yosef ben Shushan or David ben Solomon Abi Darham, its origin is dated to between the late 12th and 14th centuries.
After a fire in 1250, it was rebuilt, displaying great architecture with nasrid influences. In the 15th century, it was converted into a church due to the preaching of St. Vincent Ferrer and political conflicts. Renaissance reforms in 1554 added chapels and vaults. In the 19th century, it was used as a barracks and declared a national monument in 1930.
The architecture is a unique example of mudejar art in Toledo, fusing Muslim techniques with castilian and nasrid influences. The octagonal pillars and the complex decoration with discs and pine cones stand out. Its ground plan is an irregular quadrilateral oriented to the east, with variable measurements, suggesting that it was built on top of previous structures. The main entrance door is made of wood and decorated with mudejar lacquerwork. It has five naves with horseshoe and poly-lobed arches, reaching a height of 12.50 m in the central nave. Surrounded by a wall and a garden of cypress trees, its design invites contemplation.
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Toledo tourist wristband ticket
The best option for those looking to get to know the historic centre of the city of Toledo. See 7 of the main monuments with a great discount and save time on your visit.
Buy your tickets online and visit comfortably. With the tourist bracelet we offer you the possibility to visit 7 of the most important and emblematic monuments of Toledo.
Buy online the Toledo Monumental tourist wristband and save on your visit to 7 of the main monuments of Toledo.
14,00€ 28,00€
Single Ticket
Would you like to visit the Synagogue with friends or family and you are less than 20 people?
Buy your tickets online and visit comfortably. The single ticket to Santa María La Blanca Synagogue includes:
· Individual entrance to Santa María La Blanca Synagogue.
· We have audioguides in Spanish, English, French, Italian, German and Portuguese, not included in the price of admission or the tourist bracelet.
General admission
Access to the Synagogue for visitors over 16 years of age.
4,00€
Admission for children, students and Carnet Joven
Admission for children from 11 to 16 years old, student card holders and Carnet Joven (presenting the student or youth card).
3,00€
Entrance fee for large family and disabled up to 64%
Special discounts for large families (presenting the large family card and ID) and people with disabilities under 64% (presenting the disability card).
2,50€
Resident entrance Toledo
Every Sunday afternoon, from 15:00, free entry.
2,00€ 4,00€
Prices per person. Children up to 10 years old free. People with disabilities over 64%, free. Must show at the ticket office the document proving the condition in the cases of Large Family, Youth Card, Students and Residents.
School visits
Entrance for educational groups: Schools, Institutes, Universities, Vocational Training Centres, etc…
Schools, upon presentation of a letter of introduction from the school in question, may purchase tickets for individual monument visits or purchase the tourist bracelet. For every 10 bracelets purchased, one free ticket will be provided for the teacher or person in charge.
School Visits – General Admission
Individual visit to Santa María La Blanca Synagogue.
3,00€ 4,00€
School Visits Tourist Wristband
Buy the Toledo Monumental tourist wristband online.
14,00€ 28,00€
Buy online
Choose your type of ticket, the day you plan to visit, the number of tickets and pay securely online with Visa, MasterCard or PayPal.
Receive your tickets
We will send you the tickets in PDF to your email and you will be able to access the monument by presenting your tickets or by saving them in your Apple Wallet or Google Pay wallet.
Take the tour
Show your ticket at the monument’s ticket office and don’t forget your camera, as you are allowed to take photographs and videos without flash inside the monument.
Where to find it
How to get to Santa María La Blanca Synagogue
C. de los Reyes Católicos, 4, 45002 Toledo, España
Opening hours
Visiting hours
You can visit the monument from Monday to Sunday with the following timetable:
Summer schedule
From March 1st to October 15th
10:00 – 18:45 h.
From March 1st to October 15th
10:00 – 18:45 h.
Winter schedule
From October 16th to February 28th
10:00 – 17:45 h.
From October 16th to February 28th
10:00 – 17:45 h.
Open from Monday to Sunday.
- Ticket offices close 10 minutes before closing time.
- 1st January and 25th December closed.
- 24th and 31st December until 13:00.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any discounts?
The wristband itself is a discount voucher, so no extra discount is applied to the price. You will save more than 60% compared to visiting the monuments individually.
Is there a specific route to visit the 7 monuments?
No, the wristband is intended for the convenience of the visitor, so you can buy the bracelet at any of the 7 monuments, and visit them all in the order you prefer.
Which monuments can I visit with the tourist wristband?
The Toledo Monumental tourist wristband allows you to visit San Juan de los Reyes Monastery, Santa María La Blanca Synagogue of , El Salvador Church, Santo Tomé Church, Cristo de la Luz Mosque, Jesuits Church (San Ildefonso) and the Royal College of Noble Maids.
How much does the Toledo tourist wristband cost?
The tourist wristband on the official website costs €14 per person.
How much is the individual ticket for each monument?
Individual entry to any of the monuments of Toledo Monumental costs €4 per person, each monument.
How does the tourist wristband work?
If you buy the wristband online, you must validate the voucher that you receive by email after purchase at any of the monuments and you will be provided with the physical wristband. The bracelet must be worn on your wrist to gain access to the different monuments.
Can I take photos inside the monuments?
Of course! You can take photos without flash at any of the monuments.
How much does the children's wristband and individual tickets cost?
Access to the monuments is free for children under the age of 11 when accompanied by an adult who has access.
How long is the wristband valid?
The bracelet is valid for seven days from the date of purchase. The material of which it is made even allows bathing, so you can wear it for all the days of your stay in Toledo.
Is it possible to buy tickets at the ticket offices of the monuments?
Both the individual tickets to the different monuments and the tourist bracelet can be purchased at the ticket office of any of the monuments, but if you want to save time, we recommend you to buy your tickets online through this link.
Are there any additional discounts for school visits?
No prior booking is required for school visits, and there are special rates for school groups, university groups, etc. All that is required is accreditation from teaching groups in the form of an official letter from the school, stamped and signed with the group’s details.
Visits to a monument have a reduced price of €3 for students.
Is it possible to visit all the monuments in 1 day?
It depends on how much time you spend at each monument but there are many tourists who visit all 7 monuments in one day. You can organise your visit to suit you and to make it easier, we ask you to share your location anonymously to show you how far you are from each monument and we show you the opening and closing times of each one.
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