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Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Bus & minivan tours

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Córdoba City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

1. Córdoba City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Córdoba has historically attracted travelers and civilizations because of its location on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, as well as for its sunny climate and its natural resources. Romans, Arabs, Jews, and Christians have all left their mark on the city of Córdoba with monumental buildings, works of art, and advanced infrastructure. During your time in Córdoba, see the main highlights of the city with a 24 hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus pass. Enjoy a complete trip lasting 1 hour and 20 minutes, or get off and back on at places that interest you the most. With this pass, you can marvel at the masterpieces of the Mezquita, the Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Torre de la Calahorra, the Palacio de la Merced, and the Roman Temple. Visit the city of Medina Azahara, built by the caliph Abd al-Rahman III, in the image of his greatness. See museums and learn about cultural festivals, and experience the city to its fullest at any of the tours 17 stops. Stop 1 - Parada Panorámica del Río - Torre de la Calahorra Stop 2 - Parada Jardin Botánico - Zoológico Stop 3 - Parada Ciudad de los Niños Stop 4 - Parada San Basilio Stop 5 - Parada Puerta de Almodovar Stop 6 - Parada Mercado de la Victoria Stop 7 - Parada Gran Capitán Stop 8 - Parada Estación de Trenes/Autobuses Stop 9 - Parada Palacio de la Merced - Diputación Stop 10 - Parada Malmuerta - Sanata Marina Stop 11 - Parada Plaza Corazón de María Stop 12 - Parada San Lorenzo Stop 13 - Parada Realejo - San Andrés Stop 14 - Parada Ayuntamiento - Templo Romano Stop 15 - Parada Arco del Portillo Stop 16 - Parada Puente Romano (Ronda de Isasa) Stop 17 - Parada Baños Califales - Alcázar

Private Full-Day Tour of Cordoba from Seville

2. Private Full-Day Tour of Cordoba from Seville

Enjoy a hotel pick-up from Seville. You will be picked-up in a private luxury vehicle with a chauffeur and head towards Cordoba. Once you reach the city, you will meet your guide and enjoy a 3-hour tour. Your guide is licensed and will give you a great view of Cordoba's old town. You will be able to enjoy Cordoba's great Mosque/Cathedral, Synagogue, and even the Alcazar if you wish to enter (tickets are included in the tour price). It will give you a great chance to visit and get to know Cordoba's most emblematic sights. Once your tour is finished, your private vehicle with driver will take you back to Seville. The total tour duration is 8 hours from pick-up to drop off.

From Seville: Full-Day Cordoba Private Tour

3. From Seville: Full-Day Cordoba Private Tour

Following pick-up from your Seville hotel, relax during the 1.5-hour scenic drive to the city of Cordoba as you pass beautiful cities. In Cordoba, admire the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and its shimmering golden mosaics. Stroll past hundreds of striped sugar cane columns, and absorb the elegance of the Moorish mosque. Gaze at elegant domes as your guide offers captivating commentary of Cordoba's most alluring attractions. Next, go to Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, and learn about its terrible history as the seat of the Inquisition as you marvel at the beautiful gardens. Enter the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter and see whitewashed houses full of flowers. Discover the only synagogue in Andalusia, and stroll along Calle de las Flores to experience one of the most beautiful streets in Cordoba. Have some free time to walk around by yourself, do some shopping and enjoy a traditional lunch.

Costa del Sol: Private Tour to Cordoba

4. Costa del Sol: Private Tour to Cordoba

Departing from your hotel at 8:00 AM, on route for Cordoba. Your tour guide will meet you in Cordoba and take you through the Jewish Quarter. Telling stories, histories and legends of the Sephardi Jews. Visit the Synagogue with Moorish decoration, and the craft market while in this corner of the city.  Next visit the Cathedral-Mosque, to be delighted by the different embellishments of the mosque that have happened over the years of upkeep. The Christian interventions, from the conquest of Cordoba by the king Ferdinand III from 1236. Learn about the unique materials used in construction, in the paintings and sculptures.  For the afternoon enjoy exploring the city on your own, enjoy having lunch at one of the cafe's or restaurants serving local produce. After lunch enjoy a look around the shopping district. Your tour concludes with a transfer back to your original hotel in Costa del Sol. 

From Seville: Cordoba Full-Day Private Tour

5. From Seville: Cordoba Full-Day Private Tour

Depart from Seville and transfer to Córdoba, relax during the scenic journey, and upon arrival go to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Mosque-Cathedral, considered the most important Islamic monument in the western world. Admire its shimmering mosaics of gold and the endless row of red- and white-striped arches. Next, visit the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos and learn its dark history as the seat of the Inquisition, as you marvel at the beautiful gardens. Enter the narrow streets of the Jewish Quarter and see white-washed houses full of flowers. Discover the only synagogue in Andalusia, and stroll along Calle de las Flores to experience one of the most beautiful streets in Córdoba. Enjoy panoramic views as you enter the Old Town, and enjoy some free time to explore on your own. Stop for a traditional lunch, or shop for some souvenirs. On route back to Granada, break for a coffee and other refreshments in a lovely café.

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What people are saying about Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba

Overall rating

4.3 / 5

based on 375 reviews

The tour guides are excellent. Liar with the mosque is passionate. We learned loads and highly recommend the tour

Very interesting tour available in many languages. Runs mostly around the center, past many sights.

It cover everything you may want to see was comfortable and the drivers were very pleasant

Excellent way to see Cordoba and then catch the high lights.

Much better than the same activity in Seville or Granada.