Discover the most attractive places in Cordoba: the Alcazar, the Mosque and the Jewish quarter.
This tour will show you the Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs and the Jewish Quarter of Cordoba, two of the most important sights of the city together with the Mosque-Cathedral. In addition, on this guided tour you will enter one of the three most important synagogues in Spain, discover Mudejar art in the Chapel of San Bartolomé, and learn about the Caliph's baths.
Visit the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, one of the most visited monuments in Spain, which preserves the style of an Islamic mosque together with that of a Catholic cathedral. Its construction dates back to 785 and it became the second largest mosque in the world. Inside you will discover a labyrinth of columns and double arches, the maqsura, the mihrab and the impressive choir located next to the main chapel. In addition, this guided tour includes a visit to the Jewish Quarter of Cordoba, located next to the Mosque-Cathedral, one of the most visited historical areas where you will find the Synagogue, the Jewish Street, the municipal souk and the bronze statue dedicated to Maimonides.
Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos: Palace-fortress that guards one of the most beautiful gardens in Cordoba, for centuries, kings and queens have made use of this palace, which was the home of the Catholic Monarchs themselves, and figures such as Julius Caesar, King Boabdil and Christopher Columbus passed through this fortified palace.
Synagogue of Cordoba: Located in the heart of the Jewish quarter, it is one of the three remaining 12th century synagogues in Spain, its "ataurique" walls are an excellent example of Andalusian art.
Chapel of San Bartolomé: The best example of Mudejar art in Cordoba, it could possibly have been a synagogue in ancient times.
Caliphal Baths: Personal bath of the first Caliph, discovered accidentally in 1903, an important meeting point for the Caliphal society of 10th century Cordoba, you will enter the cold, warm and hot rooms.
Mosque-Cathedral: The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba was begun in 785 by Abd-al-Rahman I. It is the first and best example of Umayyad power in ancient Al-Andalus and also of Islamic architecture next to the Alhambra in Granada. A World Heritage Site since 1984, its visit is practically obligatory when passing through Cordoba.