Alcazar Córdoba

Immerse yourself in the cultures and traditions of Cordoba on a tour of its courtyards.

Enjoy skip the line access and waste no time waiting around. Learn about the plants, people, and stories behind Cordoba’s Patios from your guide.

Choose to conduct this tour either in English or Spanish as you enter 5 private dwellings and learn more about the patio culture from the owners.

Witness a lush bloom of carnations, bougainvillea, strawberry plants, hydrangeas and more.

Did you know? The attraction was declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2012.

Explore Córdoba's UNESCO-listed patios, celebrated during the ‘Fiesta de los Patios’ or ‘the Popular Contest’, with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.

Learn about the evolution of these well-maintained patios, tracing their development from the ancient times of the Roman Empire.

Meet the owners and chat with them, listen to anecdotes, the types of flowers they use, and their watering methods.

Fun fact: The Córdoba Patio Festival has been a UNESCO ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ since 2012 for its role in preserving cultural traditions.

Waltz past the long queues and head straight into the Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs with your skip-the-line tickets, led by a local guide.

Marvel at the iconic Tower of the Lions, featuring a courtyard with a central fountain surrounded by twelve marble lions.

Explore the sumptuous labyrinthine corridors and Baths of Mrs. Leonor, medieval baths, and the Hall of Mosaics, housing intricate Roman mosaics.

Opt for an English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide and get a fascinating overview of the historical significance of this Alcázar.

Fun Fact: Columbus led the famous expedition in 1492 to the Caribbean and was presented by King Ferdinand II at the Alcázar of Córdoba.

Gain priority entry to the Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral and marvel at its stunning interior, featuring 856 columns and double arches.

Avoid long queues at the Alcázar of the Christian Kings and explore the vibrant Hall of Mosaics, the royal baths, and the lush gardens.

Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and see the Synagogue, the bronze statue of Maimonides, and the Arabic market.

A professional French, Spanish, or English-speaking guide will provide insight into the unique history of Cordoba, with its Christian, Muslim, and Jewish influences.

Fun fact: The Jewish Quarter dates back to the 10th century when Cordoba was a major center of Jewish life and culture during the Caliphate.

Capture the essence of Córdoba on a walking tour and visit iconic spots like Mosque-Cathedral, a fusion of Islamic and Christian elements, with a guide.

Walk through the Jewish Quarter's narrow streets, admire the ancient Synagogue, and shop for handmade souvenirs at the Souk.

Skip the long queues at the Alcázar of the Catholic Kings, the former residence of the Castilian kings, and cap off the tour in Alcázar's extensive gardens.

Opt for an English, Spanish, or French-speaking guide as per your preference on this 4-hour tour.

Fun Fact: The Mosque-Cathedral houses Patio de los Naranjos or "Court of Oranges", filled with beautiful fountains and orange trees.

Unravel Córdoba's historic treasures on a 2.5-hour guided tour in Spanish or French, encompassing the Mosque-Cathedral and Alcázar.

A fusion of Christian and Islamic design awaits at the Mosque-Cathedral. Spot the evolution in unique features like the minaret-turned-bell tower.

Walk amidst bicolor arches in the hall, the opulent main altar in the chapel, and a life-size sculpture of the Ascension of Jesus atop the choir throne!

Soak up the charm of the Alcázar's serene gardens and courtyards, and hear stories of Roman and Visigothic eras from a Spanish or French-speaking guide.

Fun Fact: The most lavish room in the Alcázar, the Ambassador’s Hall, was built to face Mecca under Al-Mutadim’s reign. Its orientation was changed during the Christian kings’ era.