It was declared a World Heritage Site , due to its extensive cultural and monumental heritage as one of the former capitals of the Spanish Empire and place of coexistence of Christian, Jewish and Moorish cultures.The El Alcazar.

The four towers of this palace rise dramatically above the city. Originally built in the 14th century, its design is mostly 16th century Renaissance, although it's been rebuilt, having been badly damaged in the Spanish Civil War. See hotels near Alcazar El Toledo.

The cathedral of Toledo was modeled after the Bourges Cathedral though it also combines some characteristics of the Mudéjar style. The Cathedral, often compared for beauty with Notre Dame, is free to enter, but this is as much a museum as it is a Cathedral, with paintings, sculptures and gold and silver pieces. See hotels near the cathedral of Toledo.