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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Cordoba [2025]
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Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba
4.4
/5
203 reviews
7.7
Based on 29,451 reviews
Cordoba Old Town | 1 km from downtown
Phone +34957470512
Address: C. Cardenal Herrero, º 1, Centro, 14003 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic city view from minaret
Climb tower & view Córdoba
36% positive reviews
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The experience here is really shocking and worth a visit! However, it is recommended to make a plan in advance to make the trip smoother. If you choose to go there in summer, it is best to finish the tour before 2 pm, otherwise the afternoon heat will be too hot to bear~
Morocco was closed due to strong winds in the Strait of Gibraltar. We didn't go to Cordoba. There was nothing amazing here, but it was a good place to check in. The Cordoba Mosque is unique in architecture, and the red and white arc is impressive. We stayed in Seville for 4 days and took 3 one-day tours.
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Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs
4.3
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99 reviews
6.5
Based on 8,350 reviews
Cordoba Old Town | 1.3 km from downtown
Phone +34957485001
Address: C. Caballerizas Reales, s/n, Centro, 14004 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Courtyard & garden with walls
Royal palace's unique charm
25% positive reviews
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The Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs in Córdoba is a historic gem, blending Moorish, Gothic, and Renaissance influences. Its stunning gardens, imposing towers, and rich history make it a must-visit. Once a royal residence and tribunal for the Spanish Inquisition, it now offers breathtaking views and fascinating artifacts. The mosaics and Roman ruins inside add to its charm. A perfect spot for history lovers and photographers alike, this landmark is a testament to Spain’s layered past. Highly re
The ruins of the Royal Palace of Cordoba are very beautiful. It is one of the distinctive attractions and a good choice. The architecture is exquisite and elegant, the style is unique and charming, and it is very interesting. It is a good place for taking pictures and a good choice.
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Roman Bridge of Córdoba
4.5
/5
103 reviews
5.9
Based on 4,784 reviews
Cordoba Old Town | 1.3 km from downtown
Phone +34957499900
Address: Av. del Alcázar, s/n, Sur, 14009 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
No.1 of Night Attractions in Cordoba
Highlights:
Scenic view & historical connection
Mosque & bridge's radiant harmony
31% positive reviews
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The Roman Bridge, an ancient and striking landmark of Cordoba, spans the Guadalquivir River and connects the old and new city. The 238-meter-long and 16-meter-wide 16-hole stone arch bridge was first built in the Roman era (around the 1st century AD), and was expanded in the Moorish era (after the 8th century AD) to form its current size. It was repaired many times from the 13th to the 19th century and is still in use today.
Wandering along the river, looking from afar - the old and strong stone bridge and the elegant and majestic skyline of the old city on the north bank complement each other; looking closely - the bridge piers and arches retain the marks of a thousand years, demonstrating the wisdom of our ancestors (the water-facing side of the bridge piers is pointed and the back-water side is round, which not only reduces the impact of the river on the bridge piers, but also slows down the erosion of the riverbed by the water flow).
Strolling across the bridge, the square stone slab bridge deck and solid concrete bridge railings are 80% new; in the middle of the bridge, the white statue of the patron saint of Cordoba - the Angel of Saint Raphael is enshrined, which is also a sight.
The ancient Roman bridge at sunset is one of the most beautiful views in Cordoba. The ancient bridge has a history of more than 2,000 years and has witnessed the changes of this ancient city of Cordoba. The sculpture on the bridge is the patron saint of Cordoba, the Archangel St. Raphael.
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Calleja de las Flores
4.5
/5
108 reviews
5.6
Based on 1,774 reviews
Cordoba Old Town | 870m from downtown
Phone +34902201774
Address: Calleja de las Flores, 1, Centro, 14003 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Visit for floral decorations
Unique view of Alhambra Palace
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In Cordoba, a southern city in Spain, there are many streets and alleys with blooming flowers, and the most famous one is the Alley of Flowers.
The alleys around the Great Mosque are densely packed and winding. From the main road outside the north wall of the Great Mosque, walk into an alley for nearly 50 meters to find the entrance of the Alley of Flowers.
The alley is about 1.5 meters wide and less than 100 meters long, with residential courtyards on both sides lined up; at the end of the alley is a rectangular square (the alley is a dead end), surrounded by exquisite and gorgeous souvenir shops.
Compared with many nearby alleys, the scenery is similar but different.
Same - white walls stand across the alley, rows of blue pots hang against the wall, and clusters of flowers bloom gorgeously.
Different - walk into the depths of the alley, look back and see the beauty of the tower of the Great Mosque between the swaying flowers, revealing the heroic figure of the tower of the Great Mosque, a classic match, a well-deserved Cordoba tourism business card.
The courtyards and alleys of Cordoba are very unique. Baihua Alley is really narrow, and it is a bit difficult for two people to walk side by side. The residents on both sides have decorated a lot of flowers, which is particularly beautiful.
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Palacio de Viana
3.6
/5
29 reviews
4.5
From AU$ 15.20
Based on 2,526 reviews
471m from downtown
Phone +34957496741
Address: Pl. de Don Gome, 2, Centro, 14001 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
12 courtyards with natural decor
Art & swords & tiles exhibition
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Palacio de Viana (Viana Palace), also known as the Garden Museum, is a beautiful place to visit and take photos. The original building was built 500 years ago as a noble manor. After generations of expansion, it has 12 gardens of various sizes. It was bought by a public enterprise in 1980 and opened to the public. It is about a 10-minute walk from Tendillas Square in the city center and about a 17-minute walk from the Grand Mosque. The ticket for visiting the courtyard is 5 euros, and it is open for free for a few hours a week.
It's very good. It's a little far from the Grand Mosque (it takes about 20 minutes to walk). There are twelve courtyards with different styles. You can enjoy the most beautiful courtyard art in Cordoba. It is recommended to visit it if you have time. It is worth seeing. There are so many plants.
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OWAY Tours
4.8
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9 reviews
4.4
Based on 5,172 reviews
Cordoba Old Town | 1.1 km from downtown
Phone +34688376581
Address: Pl. del Triunfo, s/n, Centro, 14003 Córdoba, Spain
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Colorful flowers & winding courtyards
Grand Mosque's marble columns & Roman Bridge
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Traces of ancient Rome that can be found in Spain, the Roman Bridge in Cordoba! It connects the old and new cities of Cordoba and is said to have a history of 2,000 years. And if you cross here after seeing Metaquis, you will probably see it with even more meaning ^^
In 1984, UNESCO listed the Historic Area of Cordoba as a World Cultural Heritage Site.
The areas included in the World Cultural Heritage Site are concentrated in the southeast-northwest line of the old city. You can spend a day, starting from the south and heading north, freely visiting the main attractions:
1. The Roman Bridge and the Calahorra Tower. The historic bridge and tower span the Guadalquivir River, connecting the old and new cities. They are magnificent and strong, and complement the elegant skyline of the old city on the north bank. They are ancient and eye-catching landmarks of Cordoba.
2. The Great Mosque. Cordoba's fame is largely due to the preservation of the magnificent Great Mosque.
The Great Mosque was built in 786 and was converted into a cathedral after 1236. The Arab Moorish style and the Spanish Gothic and Renaissance styles are integrated to create Cordoba's architectural masterpiece. The towering towers, thick city walls, numerous stone pillars, endless arcades, intricate decorations, exquisite carvings... magnificent and dazzling.
3. Old Jewish Street. A large area on the northwest side of the Great Mosque has well preserved the old style, known as the Old Jewish Street. The most spectacular is the famous Baihua Lane. The narrow and winding alleys are lined with small shops; the quiet and gorgeous courtyards are surrounded by white walls and colorful frames; the flowers are like a sea, and the tourists are crowded, which is full of the rich Andalusian romantic style.
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