Best of Cordoba Guided Tour
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IMPORTANT NOTE: UPDATED TOUR DETAILS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE The Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs is currently closed due to restoration works until further notice. Therefore, the tour will have different characteristics while the monument remains closed: Duration: 4 hours Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs not included Itinerary: Mosque-Cathedral, Jewish Quarter, Synagogue, and Alcázar gardens We appreciate your understanding and will update the information as soon as the Alcázar reopens to visitors. ------------ Explore this historic and cultural city of Andalusia where you will develop your knowledge of the famous Jewish quarter, the Mezquita, a mosque which later converted in to a cathedral. we will also take you to San Bartolome which is recognised as one of the city's finest examples of Mudéjar art. Finishing off the tour with the Zouk, a market of Arab tradition.
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The Mosque of Córdoba was the biggest one in the world once all the extensions were concluded in the tenth century. More than 20,000 people could fit inside and it was declared World Heritage in 1984. All travelers who visited the Mosque were dazzled when they saw its beauty. You shouldn’t leave Córdoba without visiting its main touristic attraction! Its characteristic double arches and its impressive mihrab will leave you speechless. The monument houses multiple architectonical styles, which makes it unique in the world.
Every traveler visiting Córdoba shouldn’t leave without seeing the Jewish Quarter, one the symbols of the city. In this tour will talk of the history of the Jews, how they came to the Iberian Peninsula, called by them Sefarad, and how they reached very high status during the Caliphate of Córdoba. Know the story of impressive people that were born here like Maimónides, a genius of the twelve century. Visit the Synagogue and the Zoco, a traditional market. You will also get in touch with the Mudéjar style in the Chapel of Saint Bartholomew.
The purest , oldest and unique monument of the jewish from the Ibeerian Peninsula
IMPORTANT NOTE: the Alcazar of the Christian Kings will be partially closed until next November 1st. As an alternative, we will visit the gardens of the Alcázar Afterward, head to the Alcazar of the Catholic Monarchs, skip the line to enter and spend about an hour here. Discover how the old palace was built in the 14th-century to conquer the last Arabic Kingdom of the Iberian Peninsula. Your tour concludes in the marvelous gardens of the Alcazar where you can take as many pictures as you wan
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
Reviews(129)
Jaime was an excellent guide! He managed a disparate group of nationalities extremely well. A first class experience!
Fabulous experience!! No one should miss visiting the Mosque with a qualified guide, with passion for your City! I have been through the visit 4 times and Sonia was the best guide! Thank you, I learned a lot! 5 stars!
Excellent guided tour by Susanna! An excellent professional who explains in detail and in a pleasant way the most relevant of the historic center.
We sign up for the 2 hour free tour of Cordoba. Our guide, Pilu, went through the streets of Cordoba, stopping mainly at some statues, in which he explained who the character was and some anecdotes. And so far everything was fine, but he was passing by many important buildings and did not even allude to his name, he just kept walking to the next sculpture. In addition, she had a couple of brusque gestures with a group that arrived a little later, for interrupting her, who abandoned the visit before the first stop. The visit said on the website that it lasted 2 hours and she finished it in hour and measured. I think that his attitude, as well as the content of his explanations, is quite improved. If not, the visit of this free tour could be interesting as a first contact with the city.
Must see Cathedral Mosque Stunning building that houses the coexistence of two cultures from mutual respect The walk through the Jewish quarters, the entrance to the baths and the Synagogue complete part of the vision of a stage whose influence transcends to this day
Overall, it was a good tour. And our guide ("Juan") was very informative. Which was a big plus. However, something was extremely disappointing. The Alhambra has been closed for Renovations. Knowing this, why did you continue to advertise it as part of the 3-hour tour??
This was not as advertised. The guide gave a good tour of Mezquita. The Alcazar was shut. We did not go to synagogue even tho these were included in price. The guide told us virtually nothing about Jews in Cordoba. Even when we stood outside Jewish museum and he used big map outside with list of significant Jewish sites and characters, he said nothing, not even that we were outside the museum. The tour advertised dufferently. He had little knowledge or interest maybe...? He talked a lot about banalities and little of history about anything
Our guide Michelangelo is unbeatable. He explained every detail of every site, plus some curious facts, which made the experience more immersive. They are certainly a good excursion.
Liana (apologies if name mispelt) was a perfect guide, mixing the history with interesting observations and anecdotes to give a rounded introduction to Cordoba
Excellent knowledge from the guide. Well Organize, the guide answer all ours questions. Is like a pass over the times.
