El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum
El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum
El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum
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Ellen V
Asheville, NC10 contributions
Jan 2023
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 also has a nice variety of artifacts. Very glad we went.
Written January 7, 2023
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Andy E
Chelmsford, UK49 contributions
Oct 2022
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.
Written October 6, 2022
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Kenneth F
Aldie, VA256 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Beautiful and well preserved synagogue then church. Hand crafted by Muslim artisians. Still an impact to experience.
Written September 11, 2022
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CPaM68
Texas632 contributions
Jun 2021
We love touring beautiful old ornate European and North African cathedrals, synagogues, mosque, and churches. In Toledo, we were on a walking tour and the Synagogue del Tránsito was one of the sites where our guide stopped. Although there isn’t a lot to see and the building isn’t as grandiose as some cathedrals or mosque, the history of the synagogue is interesting and the building unique. Historically, for more than a thousand years, Spain was home to a large Jewish community noted for its wealth and importance. The synagogue, also known as the Synagogue of Samuel ha-Levi, was built in 1357 as an annex to the house/palace of Samuel ha-Levi Abulafia, who was Jewish. At the time, he was the regional treasurer for King Peter of Castile. Although the exterior of the synagogue is very plain, the interior of the building is unique because it was designed and built by Moors (Islamic Arabs) who included many elements of Arabic and Islamic art into the interior of the building. Although the Moors dominance around Toledo had ended in 1085, there was still a significant Muslim and Mozart (Arabic-speaking Christians) community in Toledo at the time. In 1492 the Jewish and Muslim religions were banned in Spain and the synagogue was converted into a Christian church. If you visit Toledo, make sure you stop in and tour Synagogue del Tránsito.
Written May 19, 2022
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Dan C
Herzliya, Israel27 contributions
May 2021 • Friends
We were looking forward to visiting the Sephardi museum with my friends from Madrid . We are coming from London and our roots are in Toledo as Sephardi Jews. My friend has a service dog which he is allowed to take everywhere because of his condition and has documents proving it. . He was the first in with his small dog and was aggressed by a Prosegur security guard in the entrance because he came in with the dog . My friend did not speak Spanish so could not understand the commotion and why the guard was pushing and shouting at him hard and taking out his baton prepared to hit us. . We are in our sixties and no hooligans . No need to tell you that as Jews visiting a Jewish memorial place this sort of gratuitous violence is extremely distressing. We will be pressing charge and we need to warn you that no dogs are allowed ... and us neither . Clearly the management of this museum doesn’t employ the right security people .The picture attached shows the other security guard interposing to protect my friend .
Written June 6, 2021
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Susan H
Minocqua, WI44 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
We enjoyed the beautiful synagogue and small museum located right next to the el Greco museum. Not much of the exhibit was in English, only Spanish.
Written May 19, 2021
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jonahNJ
Pennington, NJ11,435 contributions
Sep 2019
This synagogue, which dates back to the 14th Century was founded by Samuel ha-Levi, one of Toledo’s most prominent citizens. When I visited, I was impressed at how well maintained this stucco structure is. Though it is no longer an active synagogue, it now houses a museum which presents the history of Toledo with an emphasis on the history of the Jewish Quarter.
Written April 7, 2020
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Andy
Buenos Aires, Argentina303 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
I enjoyed this visit. Especially for the synagogue’s meaning. Might be a small place but since It’s rare to find a Jewish place in Spain I found it special.
Written February 27, 2020
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Harris H
Hollywood, FL294 contributions
Feb 2020
We were fascinated to see a synagogue from the 1400’s. Am so glad that this historic site was restored so we have a history of what life was like for the Jewish people before they were expelled from the country.
Written February 27, 2020
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NikoliGogol
Edmonton, Canada1,791 contributions
Aug 2019
It is odd to see that a synagogue has reopened in a country that expelled its Jews in the year 1492.
Written February 16, 2020
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H M
New Braunfels, TX47 contributions
Are bookbags allowed inside the Museum? If not, is there a place to check them? Is photography allowed - with/without a flash? Thank you very much.
Bob K
Athens, Greece18 contributions
I don’t know about checking book bags or day packs. I took pictures without flash and always avoid flash in religious areas and museums, so not to offend. I try to be discreet and respectful when taking pictures.
Raphael L
Chicago, IL1,197 contributions
Hi, Raphael. What would you like to know about this attraction? We are looking for a 3-4 hour tour of Jewish interest in Toledo. Can you recommend a tour or tour operator? Thank you.
jeffdelallo
Hudson, Canada50 contributions
Hello Raphael,
Check my review of Christina Ferra. She is lovely and enthusiastic. She will tailor your tour to your preferences.
Cheers, Jeff
alessandro m
Milan, Italy81 contributions
hola, estoy interesado a lo de la pulsera: en el sitio "Toledo monumental" parece que la synagoga no està incluida, es cierto?
MuseoSefardi
Toledo, Spain
Buenas tardes, efectivamente, esta sinagoga es un museo estatal y no está incluida. puede informarse mejor en el patronato de turismo del ayuntamiento de Toledo.
Nosotros también contamos con página web donde poder estar informado de nuestros horarios y tarifas: Un saludo!
Cedar32
Sao Paulo, SP606 contributions
I couldn't find the opening hours on their site as well as on Google. Does anyone know?
glenside
pennsylvania153 contributions
It is noted on their website under the link visit- I copied hours below
Summer: From 1st April – 30th September. Tuesdays – Saturdays, 9.30am – 7:30 pm.
Winter: From 1st October – 31st March. Tuesdays – Saturdays, 9.30am – 6.00pm.
Sundays and public holidays: We are open from 10am – 3pm.
EASTERN 2018:
SUNDAY 25 MARCH: FROM 10:00 TO 15:00 PM
MONDAY 26 MARCH: CLOSED
TUESDAY 27 AND WEDNESDAY 28 MARCH: FROM 09:30 TO 19:30 PM
THURSDAY 29 AND FRIDAY 30 : FROM 10:00 TO 18:00 PM
MONDAY 2 APRIL: CLOSED
(The ticket office closes 15 minutes before the museum closes).
CLOSED every Monday and on the following public holidays:
1st and 6th January
1st May
24th, 25th and 31st December and on occasional local holidays.
Cedar32
Sao Paulo, SP606 contributions
I couldn't find the opening hours on their site as well as on Google. Does anyone know?
Lanxlad
Washington DC, DC370 contributions
The hours are on the website, closed Mondays, and open only half a day, or so, on Sundays and holidays. It is a lovely old building and worth the visit. The museum is interesting too on the upper floor. It's one of only three of the pre-1492 synagogues still standing. It is not used as a synagogue now, of course, but it is fascinating to go.
naosossego
Rio de Janeiro, RJ732 contributions
Qual o valor da visita?
Fernanda B
11 contributions
se não me engano, 7€ por pessoa.
ghhtooth
Larchmont, NY31 contributions
I will have 1 day I can tour Toledo from Madrid & back. My husband uses a walker. I would appreciate any feedback on the feasibility of his joining mel.We have travelled in Spain before & if the walking is too difficult he just finds a place to sit & wait. This trip he can stay at the hotel so I appreciate any feedback. Thanks Gail
parkersinaust
Sunshine Coast, Australia33 contributions
Gail, Cordoba would be good for your husband too. J
thepapertraveller
Sherbrooke, Canada43 contributions
Our budget and time is limited and we will be visiting only one synagogue in Toledo. If you could only chose one, would you go to the El Transito Synagogue or to the Sinagoga de Santa María La Blanca? Thank you.
MontherYASEEN
Amman, Jordan1,702 contributions
If I were you for sure I ll go to visit the Eltransito ,it ll give clear idea and for sure you ll enjoy every single sec in there
SF_Travels_Now
41 contributions
How much time would you say to allot for both the synagogue and the museum?
Susan B
Baltimore, MD19 contributions
You don't need a ton of time. Make sure you get there when they do a tour in English otherwise you are on your own with a laminated card.
El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, Toledo
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