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People had big dreams for Toledo. The city is set on some of the most inhospitable land in the Midwest: the Great Black Swamp. Early white settlers spent years digging ditches through the swamp and lining them with clay tiles, when they weren't catching mosquito-borne diseases. Michigan and Ohio briefly went to war (no shots were fired) over the land. Later settlers came over from Eastern Europe by the boatload, or up from down south, to work on the Erie Canal and in local factories that made cars and auto parts.
Today, Toledo is a city of 315,000 with a big local university, an independent daily newspaper, and historic buildings downtown that are turned into artists' lofts. Toledo is also home to the legendary Toledo Mud Hens minor league baseball team. They play in the Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo. There's a huge and beautiful neighborhood of Victorian mansions near downtown, a world-class art museum and a new glass museum, a world-class zoo, and a band in every garage. In the cities north end there is The Polish Village where it is very common to see store fronts written in Polish. The food is worth stopping for: not only Tony Packo's famous hot dogs, but also classy Middle Eastern food such as the Beirut, Hungarian baked goods, and a few good old diners.
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Local specialties include,Tony Packo's Pickles'n'Peppers, salt-rising bread from Wixey Bakery and handmade noodles.The original Tony Packo's, which has been serving its hometown favorites for over 70 years. Packo's was made world famous by several mentions on the TV series M*A*S*H by Max Klinger (played by Toledo native Jamie Farr). If you're lucky enough to spare any amount of time here be sure to order at least one cup of chili, which is rumored to put some Cincinnati brands to shame.
The downtown branch of this hometown chain. The staff at this location is very hospital and personable.
Rudys Hot Dogs is a well known restaurant chain located throughout the Metro Toledo Area, many would say that they are better than Tony Packo's. You can ask anyone in Toledo where the closest Rudy's is located and they will point you in the correct direction.
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Hotels in Toledo
 | Husa Alfonso VI  |
Score 6.925 from 123 reviews | | General Moscardo, Nº 2 |  |
| Due to its central location, within 50 meters of the Plaza de Zocodover, and sharing ownership with the Carlos V hotel across from the Alcazar of Toledo) it offers all its guests an ideal starting point for visiting the Imperial City.
The medieval Castilian Character is evident in Alfonso VI in both its style of construction as well as in its decoration.
The hotel has conference rooms with capacities of up to 360 people. We have a well equipped conference room which will make any meeting or presentation as comfortable and successful as possible. In our largest hall we serve the most select dishes at banquets as well as tourist group meals.
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 | Husa Carlos V  |
Score 7.175 from 99 reviews | | Trastamara, Nº 1 | |
| The hotel is the perfect reference point to explore the city and see the Cathedral, the Alcazar, the Zocodover Square, the Santa Cruz Museum, the Mosques, Sinagogues, as well as all the little streets littered with craft shops.
Just a few minutes from the hotel you will find shops and restaurants.
The imperial city of Toledo, also known as the City of Three Cultures is an artistic gem with all its historical monuments. Its historical centre has been protected by Unesco since 1982 declared as a world heritage site.
Among the many important monuments of the city the Cathedral stands out with its gothic design rich in precious metal castings and marble.
Another important religious monument of interest is the San Juan de los Reyes Monestery with its Gothic-Flemish style and was commissioned by the Catholic Kings.
Monesterys, convents, churches, sinagogues and museums make Toledo a city of considerable arquitectural and artistic beauty of every era.
Strolling through its streets, discovering each little corner that has inspired Artists from all over the world and share in Toledos legends and folk law which makes it was it is today.
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 | Fontecruz Palacio Eugenia de Montijo  |
Score 8.375 from 101 reviews | | Plaza del Juego de Pelota, 7 | |
| Spa and health centre
Pamper yourself and discover the best fragrances and the most up-to-date health and beauty treatments. Our spa will recall you ancient times. Feel like Caracalla emperor. Take a look around and contemplate the richness left by different cultures: Arab vaults and walls and even a Roman sewer system. These precious remains indicate the impact caused by these cultures in the history and customs of this city full of cultural heritage.
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| | Hostal Palacios  |
Score 8.2 from 15 reviews | | Navarro Ledesma, 4 | |
| Restaurant Opening Hours:
Breakfast: 08.15-11.30
Lunch: 13.00-15.45
Dinner: 19.30-22.15
Please note that the restaurant is closed for dinner on Sundays.
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| | Hotel Los Cigarrales |
Score 7.575 from 32 reviews | | Carretera Circunvalación, 32 | |
| This hotel is named after its surrounding district, famous for its smart noble mansions. It lies a pleasant 15-minute walk from the monuments of Toledo’s city centre.
The Hotel Los Cigarrales is surrounded by a pretty green area 1.5 km outside of Toledo’s historic centre. Its simple Castillian decor is complemented by modern services such as Wi-Fi internet and a cafe-restaurant serving local Manchego cuisine.
The city centre, including the magnificent Alcázar, is easily reached by a bus service which runs from outside the hotel. Thanks to its hillside setting, some of the hotel’s room enjoy fantastic views over this attractive Castillian city. ... more | | |
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