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Córdoba, Spain

Things to Do in Córdoba

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Mosque-Cathedral, Alcazar & Jewish Quarter with Tickets

Most booked tours and tickets in Córdoba

Mosque-Cathedral, Alcazar & Jewish Quarter with Tickets

Mosque-Cathedral, Alcazar & Jewish Quarter with Tickets

4.6940 reviews3h
Cordoba Mosque & Jewish Quarter Guided Tour with tickets

Cordoba Mosque & Jewish Quarter Guided Tour with tickets

4.4401 reviews2h 30m
Midra 30 Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus

Midra 30 Arabian Baths Experience at Cordoba’s Hammam Al Ándalus

4.6396 reviews1h 30m
Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba Guided Tour with Priority Tickets

Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba Guided Tour with Priority Tickets

4.4391 reviews1h 15m
Private Tour of Mosque-Cathedral, Jewry, Synagogue and Baths Calif

Private Tour of Mosque-Cathedral, Jewry, Synagogue and Baths Calif

4.8271 reviews3h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Córdoba's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Córdoba

  1. 1Mezquita-Cathedral
  2. 2Jewish Quarter
  3. 3Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos
  4. 4Roman Bridge
  5. 5Patio Festival (May)
  6. 6Flamenco Shows
  • The Architectural Marvel of the Mezquita-Catedral: Witness the breathtaking fusion of Islamic and Christian architecture in one building. Stand beneath the forest of 850 jasper and marble columns, admire the intricate Mihrab, and then experience the contrast of the soaring Renaissance cathedral nave built at its heart.
  • Step into Living History in the Jewish Quarter (Judería): Wander the narrow, winding streets of one of Europe's best-preserved medieval Jewish quarters. Visit the Synagogue of Córdoba, explore the Zoco municipal craft market, and discover the statue of Maimonides, all within a labyrinth that feels frozen in time.
  • Experience the World-Famous Festival of the Patios: If visiting in May, you can witness this UNESCO-listed festival where residents open their private, flower-filled courtyard patios to the public. The neighborhoods of San Basilio and Santa Marina become a riot of color and communal pride.

Tickets and passes in Córdoba

Cordoba Flamenco Show at Tablao El Cardenal with a Drink

Cordoba Flamenco Show at Tablao El Cardenal with a Drink

4.7234 reviews1h 30m
Tour pour la mosquée, l'Alcazar et le quartier juif

Tour pour la mosquée, l'Alcazar et le quartier juif

5.01 review3h

Food and drink experiences in Córdoba

Flamenco Show in Tenth Century Arab Baths in Córdoba

Flamenco Show in Tenth Century Arab Baths in Córdoba

5.070 reviews1h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Córdoba

Córdoba Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Córdoba Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

5.05 reviews2h

Hidden gems in Córdoba

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Baños del Alcázar Califal (Caliphal Baths)

The well-preserved underground ruins of a 10th-century Arab bath complex, located near the Alcázar.

Museo Arqueológico de Córdoba

An excellent archaeological museum built over a Roman theatre, located in the Plaza de Jerónimo Páez.

Capilla de San Bartolomé

A tiny, exquisite 14th-century Mudejar chapel tucked inside the Faculty of Arts at the University of Córdoba.

Sotos de la Albolafia

A natural riverside park and bird sanctuary on the island in the Guadalquivir, opposite the Mezquita.

Plaza del Potro

A charming, triangular square named after the colt (potro) fountain at its centre, immortalized by Cervantes in Don Quixote.

Day trips from Córdoba

Medina Azahara

30 min by bus or car

The magnificent, ruined palace-city built by Caliph Abd al-Rahman III in the 10th century. It's a sprawling archaeological site that offers a profound glimpse into the peak of Cordoban Caliphate power and sophistication.

Montilla

45 min by car

The heart of the Montilla-Moriles wine region, producing the famous fino and amontillado wines similar to sherry. Visit historic bodegas for tours and tastings in a charming, less-touristed Andalusian town.

Zuheros

1 hour 15 min by car

A stunning 'pueblo blanco' (white village) clinging to a cliffside in the Subbética mountain range. It's famous for its castle, cave paintings, and as a gateway to beautiful natural parks.

Plan your Córdoba trip

Things to do in Córdoba: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Córdoba?+

Top sights include Mezquita-Cathedral, Jewish Quarter, Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos and Roman Bridge. Away from the crowds, try Baños del Alcázar Califal (Caliphal Baths) and Museo Arqueológico de Córdoba.

What are the most popular tours in Córdoba?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Mosque-Cathedral, Alcazar & Jewish Quarter with Tickets (4.6 stars, 940 reviews); Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Guided Tour (4.6 stars, 792 reviews); Cordoba Mosque and Jewish Quarter Guided Tour (4.5 stars, 461 reviews).

How much do tours in Córdoba cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €3 and €300 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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