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El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, Toledo

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Discover the rich Jewish history of Spain at El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum. Founded in the mid-14th century, the synagogue and surrounding structures feature a museum dedicated to the culture and heritage of Spanish Jews. Walk through the main prayer room to see original Hebrew inscriptions and the impressive Mudéjar architecture of the coffered ceiling. Scan the hundreds of museum artifacts that tell the story of Jewish history on the Iberian Peninsula. You can also visit the house of the renowned painter El Greco with the purchase of a combined entrance ticket. Use our Toledo trip builder site to add El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum and other attractions to your Toledo vacation plans.
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  • All of the display cases were in Spanish with no English translation. QR download did not relate to the display cases- just Jewish history 
    All of the display cases were in Spanish with no English translation. QR download did not relate to the display cases- just Jewish history  more »
  • Really beautiful, but simple interior, with much of the original decoration still intact - especially visible from the women's section where you can see all the Hebrew on the walls. The small museum.....  more
    Really beautiful, but simple interior, with much of the original decoration still intact - especially visible from the women's section where you can see all the Hebrew on the walls. The small museum.....  more »
  • A large room with little information, I understand the jews were persecuted so a lot of heritage was destroyed, but tell the story. Save your money. 
    A large room with little information, I understand the jews were persecuted so a lot of heritage was destroyed, but tell the story. Save your money.  more »
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  • The Sephardic Museum of Toledo is situated in a beautiful historical building that used to be the El Tránsito synagogue. The wall decorations, the windows, the ceiling and the delicate columns are all remarkable in their own right. Even if you're not particularly visiting for the museum's collection, a walk through the building is essential. It's well preserved and definitely worth the visit.
  • A must visit while in Madrid area. Toledo is nice but the synagogue is exiting. the history involved, the detailed authentic exhibition of Jewish crafts is amazing . take a guided tour, recomended
  • A 1300s restored synagog. I would recommend purchasing a €12 wrist band that gives you entry to the 7 biggest sights in Toledo as it includes this location.
  • Small museum, but nice and well preserved building. Pretty little information in English, therefore even more in Spanish. Worth a look!
  • A beautiful place ! We came too late, so everything was closed around us. But it's still a beautiful place to have a day trip. A lot to see,and an amazing view from the terrace.

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