Church of Santo ToméTHE MASTERPIECE OF UNIVERSAL PAINTING THAT PERFECTLY CAPTURES THE GENIUS OF EL GRECO
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What to see in Santo Tomé Church
History and Art in Santo Tomé: The Church of El Greco
El Greco and Santo Tomé. To speak of Santo Tomé is to mention El Greco and his masterpiece, “The Burial of the Count of Orgaz“. Considered one of the most influential paintings in history, this church is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Spain. Art lovers enjoy the magnificence of the cretan painter’s work.
Santo Tomé also offers visitors the opportunity to explore one of the most historic and artistic churches in Toledo, in which Don Gonzalo Ruiz de Toledo contributed to the reconstruction that we have the opportunity to contemplate today.
The parish Santo Tomé Church was founded after the christian reconquest of Toledo by Alfonso VI in 1085, with the first documented mention of it in 1142. Of the original mudejar building, elements such as the large poly-lobed arch and the buttresses that separate the main nave from the presbytery have been preserved. Don Gonzalo Ruiz de Toledo, notary major of Castile and Count of Orgaz, contributed to its reconstruction and left annual mandates for the church in his will, ordering to be buried there. His burial in 1327 became a legend when it was reported that Saint Augustine and Saint Stephen descended from heaven to place his body in the sepulchre, rewarding his life of charity.
Rebuilt at the beginning of the 14th century, Santo Tomé includes two side naves with a flat chancel, added by Don Gonzalo Ruiz de Toledo. Its tower, which still survives today, is inspired by islamic minarets and stands out for its frieze of poly-lobed blind arches. In the 16th century, the chevet was extended with gothic ribbed vaults. In the 17th century, the naves were remodelled and the entrance portico was refurbished, becoming a museum of El Greco in 1972. The temple houses valuable sculptures such as the Virgen de la Sonrisa (Virgin of the Smile) and baroque figures from the 17th century, including the silver monstrance by Claudio Vegué.
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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.
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14,00€ 28,00€
Single Ticket
Would you like to visit the Church with friends or family and you are less than 20 people?
Buy your tickets online and visit comfortably. The single ticket to Santo Tomé Church includes:
· Individual entrance to Santo Tomé Church.
· Visit to the painting by El Greco, The Burial of the Count of Orgaz.
· We do not have audioguides.
General admission
Access to the church and grounds 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 Santo Tomé Church.
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 Santo Tomé Church
Pl. del Conde, 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.
- 1 January and 25 December closed.
- 24th and 31st December until 13:00.
- Visits to the Church are subject to the schedule of worship and the Religious Service.
Eucharistic Schedule
The parish celebrates a daily Eucharist:
Summer schedule
From 1 March to 15 October.
- Daily: 12:00 and 19:30.
- Holiday eves: 19:30 hours.
- Sundays and public holidays: 9:00, 12:00 and 19:30.
Winter opening hours
From 16 October to 28 February.
- Daily: 12:00 and 20:00.
- Holiday eves: 20:00 hours.
- Sundays and public holidays: 9:00, 12:00 and 20:00.
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El Greco and The Burial of the Count of Orgaz. Between 1586 and 1588, El Greco painted this enormous canvas illustrating the miracle that occurred in 1323, when St. Stephen and St. Augustine of Hippo descended from Heaven to personally bury Gonzalo Ruiz de Toledo, Lord of Orgaz, highlighting the goodness of the Count.
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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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