Puerta de Alarcones, Toledo

Name: Puerta de Alarcones
Address: Toledo, Spain

#31 among attractions in Toledo

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The Alarcones Gate is a city gate located in the city of Toledo, in Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It is also known by the name of Puerta de Moaguía, as cited in Mozarabic documents of 1216; and Puerta Alta de la Herrería, because it is located at the end of the street where workshops dedicated to ironworks were located. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 39°51'40"N, 4°1'24"W

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Puerta de Alarcones – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo de Santa Cruz, Museum of the Army, Puerta de Bisagra Nueva, Mosque of Cristo de la Luz.

~840 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Museo de Santa Cruz, Toledo
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Toledo, Spain, the Museo de Santa Cruz is a treasure trove of art, culture, and history. This venerable institution is housed in a splendid 16th-century building, originally built as a hospital by Cardinal Mendoza.
~1210 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Museum of the Army, Toledo
6 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Toledo, Spain, the Army Museum (Museo del Ejército) stands as a testament to the country's rich military history. Housed in the Alcázar of Toledo, a stone fortification that looms over the city's landscape, the museum offers an...
~620 ftNW
City wall
Puerta de Bisagra Nueva, Toledo
4 min walk • The Puerta de Bisagra Nueva stands as a grandiose gateway to the ancient city of Toledo, Spain, embodying the rich history and architectural splendor that the city is renowned for. This imposing structure, part of the city's fortifications, was constructed in the 16th...
~370 ftSW
Romanesque architecture, Mosque
Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, Toledo
2 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Toledo, Spain, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz stands as a rare and enchanting testament to the city's diverse past. Originally built in the year 999, this former mosque is a remarkable example of Moorish architecture that has stood the...
~760 ftSE
Square, Neighbourhood
Plaza de Zocodover, Toledo
4 min walk • Plaza de Zocodover is the beating heart of Toledo, Spain, a historic square that has served as a central meeting place for centuries. Situated in the old quarter of this ancient city, the plaza has been a hub of social and commercial activity since the time of the...
~720 ftNW
Church, Historical place
Church of Santiago, Toledo
4 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Toledo, Spain, the Church of Santiago stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural and religious heritage. This sacred site is one of the many churches that adorn the city known for its medieval streets and a history that spans...
~1210 ftS
Forts and castles, Historical place
Alcázar of Toledo, Toledo
6 min walk • The Alcázar of Toledo stands as an imposing fortress perched atop the highest point in the city of Toledo, Spain. With its commanding views and strategic location, the Alcázar has been a pivotal site throughout Spanish history.
~1260 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Rojas, Toledo
7 min walk • The Teatro Rojas is a theater in the city of Toledo. It was inaugurated in 1879 on the old corral de comedias called Mesón de la Fruta and in its construction participated several architects.
~70 ftNW
City gate, Historical place, Architecture
Puerta del Sol, Toledo
1 min walk • Puerta del Sol is a city gate of Toledo, Spain, built in the late 14th century by the Knights Hospitaller. The medallion above the arch of the gate depicts the ordination of the Visigothic Ildephonsus, Toledo's patron saint.
~760 ftSE
Church
Convento de Santa Fé, Toledo
4 min walk • Convent of Santa Fe is a former monastery situated in Toledo, Spain. It is situated in the north-east of the historic centre of the city. Included in the heritage listing Bien de Interés Cultural, it has been protected since 30 September 1919.
~390 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Federico Martín Bahamontes, Toledo
2 min walk • The Statue of Federico Martín Bahamontes is an instance of public art located in Toledo, Spain. It consists of a bronze statue representing Federico Martín Bahamontes, winner of the 1959 Tour de France and adoptive son of the city of Toledo.

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Which popular attractions are close to Puerta de Alarcones?

Nearby attractions include Puerta del Sol, Toledo (1 min walk), Mosque of Cristo de la Luz, Toledo (2 min walk), Statue of Federico Martín Bahamontes, Toledo (2 min walk), Palacio de Benacazón, Toledo (3 min walk).

How to get to Puerta de Alarcones by public transport?

The nearest stations to Puerta de Alarcones:

Bus

Puerta Bisagra • Lines: 11, 12, 14, 5D, 61, 62, 71, 72, 92, 94 (4 min walk)
Arrabal • Lines: 1, 11, 12, 14, 3, 42, 5D, 61, 62, 71, 72, 94 (4 min walk)

Train

Toledo (17 min walk)