Toledo welcomes visitors with the beautiful sight of a walled city embraced by the Tagus River; then, as you begin to explore, it draws you in with the charm of the narrow streets winding through its historic centre. That alone could be enough to guarantee you and your partner a romantic getaway. But Toledo has plenty more up its sleeve, with a whole host of plans that are perfect for spending a few special days together.

We can think of few better ways to start a trip to Toledo than by seeing it from above. And, more specifically, from a hot-air balloon. One of the companies offering this experience is EoloFLY and, if the air currents guiding your route allow it, you’ll have the city spread out beneath you. It’s hard to put into words the feeling of taking in all its beauty at a single glance. What we can tell you is that seeing Toledo from a distance will only make you even more eager to head down and explore its streets.

Wandering around a city is all well and good. But exploring it while discovering its stories is even better. Especially when that city has as much history as Toledo. After all, with its heritage shaped by three cultures, Toledo has countless stories to tell. So many, in fact, that there are all sorts of ways to discover it. For example, the company Rutas de Toledo offers classic guided tours, as well as themed options such as the Underground Tour, Legends Tour, Witches Tour and Mystery Tour. Better still, you can also book these tours privately, just for the two of you, and even tailor them to whatever you most fancy seeing.

And all you need to do to find it is head outside the city. Thanks to its setting, Toledo is surrounded by viewpoints where you can simply sit and take it all in. Privacy, peace and quiet, and a chance to slow things down: it all begins as you leave the city walls behind, cross the sturdy Alcántara Bridge and stroll alongside the Tagus. Gradually, you’ll leave the river behind, climb a little higher and, over the course of around half an hour, come across several different viewpoints. We’re particularly fond of the Mirador de Toledo and, of course, the Mirador del Valle too, although you’ll have another chance to enjoy that one next.

If you want to end the day as you began it, with unforgettable views of Toledo, then one of the best places to do so is the restaurant La Ermitaña. It sits next to the Ermita del Valle, very close to the viewpoint where you may have just watched the sun go down, and invites you to dine and raise a glass with the city skyline as your backdrop. Whether you choose the dining room or the terrace, enjoy the spectacle. The illuminated Cathedral and Alcázar, of course, but also what’s on your plate: local cuisine made with seasonal produce, adding an extra element of surprise to the experience. The menu changes every day depending on what arrives fresh from the market.

Whether it’s because you know you’ll wake up (or fall asleep) with views of the Alcázar from Sercotel Alfonso VI; because you’re looking for accommodation with an elegant, stately feel, such as Sercotel Toledo Renacimiento; or because you want a location as central as the one offered by Sercotel Toledo Imperial, at Sercotel we make it easy to book a charming hotel that adds an extra touch of romance to your getaway. Three options, each with its own distinctive character, but all with one thing in common: a genuine commitment to looking after every guest who walks through their doors.