Attractions & guided tours

Guided tour of the Medina Azahara archeological site

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$28.00

Free cancellation

Language: Spanish

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 3 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Explore the majestic ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Medina Azahara
Discover the fascinating history of the Caliphate of Al-Andalus with an expert guide
Visit the ancient remains of the Caliph palace, grand courtyards, and historic mosque
Choose between self-driving or including a convenient round-trip bus from Cordoba

What to expect

Discover the incredible ruins of Medina Azahara, the legendary tenth-century palace-city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on an expert-led morning guided tour.

Step back into the golden age of Al-Andalus as you explore Spain's largest archaeological site, built by Caliph Abderraman III as a magnificent symbol of power and luxury. Walk through the historic structures of the Caliph's palace, wander across majestic courtyards, and view the unique ruins of the ancient ceremonial reception rooms.

Follow your professional archaeological guide through the city's streets to view the impressive main entrance and the architectural traces of its historic mosque. Customise your experience by choosing the option without transport if you prefer to drive yourself, or select the option with the official round-trip bus included from central Córdoba.

What's included

Bus from Córdoba (optional)
Guided tour
Entrance to the Medina Azahara
Tour guide audio system for groups bigger than 10 people
Guided tour
Guided walking tour

What's not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Where

Glorieta Cruz Roja, Córdoba, Spain

Meeting point:

If you choose the option with the bus included: bus stop Glorieta Cruz Roja, Glorieta Cruz Roja, 14004 Córdoba, Spain. If you choose the option without the bus: parking Medina Azahara, Ctra. Palma del Río, 4P, 14005 Córdoba, Spain.

What to remember

Accessibility:

The tour is not accessible for the people with reduced mobility (unpaved roads and slopes)

Know in advance:

If you choose the option with bus, please remember that the bus does not belong to the tour supplier and won't wait for anyone
The monument does not have a roof. Remember to bring an umbrella on rainy days

Remember to bring:

Comfortable footwear
It is recommended to have water, sun care and cap in the hot seasons

Provider

Córdoba a Pie

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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