Cave of Hercules, Toledo

Name: Cave of Hercules
Address: Callejón San Ginés, 3, Toledo, 45001, Spain
Telephone: +34 925 25 30 80

#64 among attractions in Toledo

Museum, Historical place, Ruins

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The Cave of Hercules is a subterranean vaulted space dating back to Roman times located in the alley of San Ginés in the city of Toledo, Spain. The cave is under a building located where the Church of San Ginés, Toledo stood until 1841. ()

Local name: Cueva de Hércules Coordinates: 39°51'31"N, 4°1'28"W

Address

Callejón San Ginés, 3Toledo 45001 Spain

Contact

+34 925 25 30 80

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Cave of Hercules – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Cave of Hercules open?

Cave of Hercules is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 12 pm - 2 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 2 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 2 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm
Friday 12 pm - 2 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 2 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Cave of Hercules?

Nearby attractions include Oratorio de San Felipe de Neri, Toledo (2 min walk), Convento de las Agustinas Calzadas, Toledo (2 min walk), Plaza de las Cuatro Calles, Toledo (2 min walk), Iglesia de las Santas Justa y Rufina, Toledo (2 min walk).

How to get to Cave of Hercules by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cave of Hercules:

Bus

Zocodover • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 12, 14, 3, 41, 42, 5, 5D, 61, 62, 71, 72, 94 (5 min walk)
Calle de la Paz • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 12, 14, 3, 41, 42, 5D, 71, 72 (5 min walk)

Train

Toledo (20 min walk)