David K.
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I would include this as a "must see" in Toledo. There are many wonderful churches and cathedrals in the world but this place is something unique. It has been in the same family since its construction in the 1500s. Part of it served as a hospital for hundreds of years, and more recently as a school for orphan girls. The pharmacy is preserved as it existed for the entire history of the building. The hospital and family archives are jaw-dropping. Tours are offered at the start of every hour. On the weekend they also have tours in English. There is no option for a self-tour. We visited during the week. Our guide was patient with my less than fluent Spanish, explaining things slowly while watching to be sure I understood. She was so very kind, and her explanations contributed immensely to our appreciation of the art, archives and pharmacy. My husband and I would have happily spent 3 hours there and if I ever return to Toledo I will ask if there is an option for a private tour of such a length. I was thrilled that to see restoration and maintenance works happening on the structure. The website did not work during the several days we were in Toledo. Tickets were 14 or 15 euro per person, which we considered money well spent. It is closed on Mondays. If you are there during the week and your Spanish isn't as strong, consider arriving for the 10:00 or 11:00 tour when you are likely to encounter fewer other visitors and the guide can take their time explaining to you.
