All you need to know about taking a Cordoba Mosque tour

Plan your visit with timed entry tickets, add an audio guide for historical insights.

• Get right into the oldest mosque in Spain as you admire the building's complex blend of artistic styles.
• Admire architectural motifs, such as the double arches that gave the building height and were considered revolutionary for their time.
• Explore Cordoba’s history at your own pace with an optional audio guide, or choose a personalized tour for a deep-dive with a guide fluent in English.
• Hear about the monument's evolution, from the old Basilica of San Vicente, built during the Spanish Visigoth Empire to the primitive mosque built by Abd al-Rahman I.

Inclusions

• Timed/Skip-the-line entry to Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral (as per option selected)
• Route of the Fernandine Churches
• 1-hr guided tour (as per option selected)
• Expert English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Headphones (as per option selected)
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, and German (as per option selected)

• Tip: Keep an eye for the gold bedecked Mihrab, a room that identifies the direction of prayer and separated from the rest of the mosque by a screen of horseshoe and double arches.
• Strict dress code: Please note that the shoulders must be covered all the time as the Mosque-Cathedral is a religious space and shorts and tank tops are not allowed.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible except the bell tower.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Your safety comes first. So, guests with mobility issues, vertigo, anemia, dizzy spells, claustrophobia, cardiac issues, breathing issues, children below 7 years, and pregnant women are restricted from accessing the bell tower as it requires climbing a narrow staircase with relatively tall steps.
• Children below 14 years must be accompanied by an adult.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Breeze past entry lines and dive into an engaging, interactive tour with your guide!

• Enjoy a 1-hour guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral with priority access, led by a professional guide.
• Discover how a cathedral was built in the center of this mosque as you stroll through its stunning nave, choir stalls, and chapels beside a guide.
• Walk through a forest of columns, soak in the courtyard of orange trees, and marvel at the grand fountains that performed religious purifications.
• With the guide speaking your preferred language, from 4 options, you'll easily get every nuance in the story of Islamic Moors and Christian conquests.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to the Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral
• 1-hour guided tour
• English, Spanish, Italian, or French-speaking guide
• Radio guides/headphone system for a group of 9 or more

• Tip: Check if there are any light and sound shows scheduled as these events offer a unique perspective on the site’s cultural significance.
• Strict dress code: Please note that the shoulders must be covered all the time as the Mosque-Cathedral is a religious space and shorts and tank tops are not allowed.
• Facilities: Wheelchair accessible, pram/stroller accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book this comprehensive guided tour to see the most iconic sights of Cordoba!

• Bypass the general admission queue at the Mosque-Cathedral, Alcázar of Christian Kings, and Jewish Quarter on this 3.5 hour guided walking tour.
• Learn how Christian, Muslim, and Jewish influences co-exist in this historic city with a guide fluent in English, Spanish, or French—your choice!
• Gain priority entry to the Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral and marvel at its stunning interior, featuring 856 columns and double arches.
• Enjoy priority access to the Alcázar where baths glitter with Roman mosaics, halls echo with Columbus's plans, and gardens feature ancient fountains.
• Discover the rich heritage of Cordoba’s Jewish Quarter! Marvel at the historic synagogue and shop in bustling Arabic markets.

Inclusions

• Guided walking tour of Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral, Alcázar & Jewish Quarter
• Professional English, French or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Priority entrance to the Mosque-Cathedral
• Priority entrance to Alcázar of the Christian Kings
• Visit to the Jewish Quarters

• Tip: Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the marvelous sights you will be covering on this tour.
• Strict dress code: Please note that the shoulders must be covered all the time as the Mosque-Cathedral is a religious space and shorts and tank tops are not allowed.
• Please carry your passports along for this tour.
• Please keep in mind that you are visiting a religious space and wear appropriate clothing (covered shoulders, no short shorts, no tank tops).

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Begin by skipping the lines and exploring the ruins of the mesmerizing world of Medina Azahara which was built over 1,000 years ago on a 2.5-hour guided tour.
• Walk beside a knowledgeable guide and learn how the city was planned, from the palace and gardens to residential buildings and the main mosque.
• Don't let language barriers ruin your fun. Choose from English or Spanish-speaking guides to suit your preferences.
• Hear intriguing stories of the old Caliphate, visit the Madinat al-Zahara Museum, and see the animated movie that brings the archaeological site to life.
• With a simple upgrade you can enjoy pick-n-drop services from Cordoba to Medina Azahara. A comfy ride will leave you pumped for more exploration!

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to the Medina Azahara
• Roundtrip bus transfer from Cardoba (optional)
• Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Shuttle bus transport on site

• Tip: Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking over uneven surfaces and don't forget to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Go sightseeing on a budget with unlimited hops and timed entry tickets!

• Get the most out of Cordoba with this combo – an unlimited hop-on-hop-off bus pass plus timed entry to the iconic Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral.
• Tour the city for 24 hours on a hop-on-hop-off bus. Enjoy a 10-language audio guide, walking tours, and a year-long validity.
• Explore Moorish and Roman architecture at attractions over 22 stops across 2 unique routes featuring La Mezquita, Medina Azahara, and more.
• Visit Cordoba's ancient UNESCO-listed Mosque-Cathedral and roam one of Spain's oldest structures at your leisure.
• Discover a captivating grove of columns, featuring a grand total of 856 pillars, crafted from various materials such as marble, jasper, and granite.

Inclusions

Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Cordoba

• 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass
• Access to Red and Blue routes
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic
• 1-hour walking tour of the Jewish Quarter
• 30-min walking tour at the Gourmet Market
• 1 drink at Victoria Market

Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral

• Entry to Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral
• Route of the Fernandine Churches

Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Cordoba

Cordoba Panoramic (Red Route)

• First bus: 9:30am from Panoramic Viewpoint of the River.
• Starting from 3:40pm, departures begin from Puente Romano (stop 16).
• Last bus: 8:20pm.
• Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins.
• Popular stops: Botanical Garden, Caliphal Baths.

Cordoba Intimate (Blue Route)

• First bus: 9:30am from Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos.
• Last bus: 8:30pm.
• Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins.
• Popular stops: Mosque-Cathedral (Mezquita), Portillo Arch.

Please click here for the route map and boarding points.

Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Cordoba

• Tip: During your journey, have your eyes peeled at the Roman Bridge, which spans the Guadalquivir River and offers beautiful views of the city.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility

Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral

• Tip: Don't miss the mihrab, an exquisite niche in the wall that indicates the direction of Mecca for Muslim prayer. It's a masterpiece of Islamic art.
• Strict dress code: Please note that the shoulders must be covered all the time as the Mosque-Cathedral is a religious space and shorts and tank tops are not allowed.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside the venue: suitcases and large and medium backpacks.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Explore the Mosque-Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the winding Alley of the Bonfire, and more on a guided tour of Córdoba.
• Visit the Jewish Quarter, witness the historic edifice of the Synagogue and Maimonides statue, and shop for handicrafts at the Souk.
• Skip the lines to walk through the royal chambers adorned with Roman mosaics at the Alcázar of the Catholic Kings.
• Stroll through the picturesque gardens of Alcázar, and pick among English, Spanish, and French-speaking guides at your convenience.

Inclusions

• 4-hour guided walking tour of Córdoba
• English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide
• Entry to Mosque-Cathedral
• Entry to Synagogue
• Skip-the-line entry to Alcázar of the Catholic Kings
• Audio system for groups bigger than 10

Exclusions

• Tickets to Bell Tower of the Mosque

• Mosque-Cathedral
• Alley of the Bonfire
• Jewish Quarter
• Souk
• Jewish Street
• Sculpture of Maimonides
• Synagogue
• Alcázar of the Catholic Kings

• Tip: Sample Sephardic Jewish flavors like the borekas (filled pastries), keftes (meatballs), and tajine (slow-cooked stews) at the Jewish Quarter.
• The group must enter and leave the Mosque-Cathedral at the same time with their corresponding guide.
• The Alcázar of the Catholic Kings experience is not accessible for people with mobility issues.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside Alcázar: baby carriages.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.