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The Museum of Santa Cruz in Toledo is one of the city’s most distinguished cultural landmarks, housed in a former 16th‑century hospital that beautifully blends Renaissance architecture with Toledo’s layered history. Its grand courtyard, vaulted ceilings, and elegant stonework create an atmosphere that prepares visitors for a rich journey through art, archaeology, and regional heritage. The museum’s collection spans centuries, featuring works by masters such as El Greco, alongside tapestries, ceramics, and artefacts that trace the evolution of Castilian culture. Each gallery reveals a different facet of Toledo’s identity, from medieval craftsmanship to the artistic splendour of the Spanish Renaissance. The building itself is part of the experience, with its harmonious design and serene cloister offering moments of quiet reflection. The Museum of Santa Cruz stands as a gateway to understanding the city’s past, uniting artistic legacy, architectural beauty, and historical depth in a single evocative space.

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The Museum of Santa Cruz occupies a stunning 16th-century Renaissance hospital in Toledo's historic centre at Calle Miguel de Cervantes 3, 45001, just steps from Plaza Zocodover. This former orphanage boasts a Plateresque facade by Alonso de Covarrubias, grand courtyards, and ornate staircases housing archaeology from Roman-Visigothic eras, El Greco paintings, and local crafts. Adjacent lie Convento de Santa Fe and Museo Cromática, with Iluziona illusion museum and Muralla de Toledo walls a short stroll away; Plaza Zocodover hums with cafes, while the Jewish Quarter, Sephardic Museum, and Alcántara Bridge beckon for deeper medieval exploration.

Museum of Santa Cruz

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