Cordoba Alcazar Guided Tour, Cordoba - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Cordoba Alcazar Guided Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 22.06 USD
Rating: 9.1 (17 reviews)

Details

Duration

1 hour.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide
Entrance to the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Reviews of our customers

9.1

Exceptional 192 Travelers·17 reviews

April 18, 2023
Rafael Priego Martinez
Belgrade, Serbia
Chema (Jose María López-López), our guide, was a very insightful and knowledgeable person, he was very kind during our visit, answering all sorts of q...
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May 8, 2024
Jenny
Australia
Our guide, James, was excellent! Very knowledgeable and a great sense of humour. We learnt so much from his stories.
As a couple
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July 7, 2022
Sergio
Italy
Lot of info and very nice guy
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March 10, 2022
Anonymous
Cologne, Germany
Our guide Álvarez was great: he is really knowledgeable and told us many interesting anecdotes about the Alcazaba. He made the tour really enjoyable.
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September 12, 2021
Martin
Berlin, Germany
The Alcazar tour (about 1 hour) was very informative and gave a good overview on the city's history and the broader historical context. Experienced ...
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March 10, 2020
Janine Mckinnon
Adelaide, Australia
My guide Angela was brilliant, a wealth of knowledge, very easy to understand and also very funny... a great tour!
Traveling solo
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Located in the historic heart of Cordoba, the Alcazar is a spectacular Medieval fortress and one of the must-see monuments in the Andalusian city. Discover its historic legacy on this guided tour!

Cordoba Alcazar Guided Tour

The guided tour of the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, or the Castle of the Christian Monarchs in English, will begin at a central point near the Alcazar. During the tour, which will last approximately 1 hour, we'll visit the interior of the extraordinary monumental complex, which dates back to the Middle Ages.

First up, our expert English-speaking guide will reveal why the Alcazar was first constructed. We'll also learn about the different events that marked the history of the site, which was occupied by Visigoths and then Arabs before Christian forces claimed Cordoba for themselves in the 13th century.

Visit the most elegant rooms of this magnificent Moorish-style monument. You're bound to be enchanted by the Hall of Mosaics, the Reception Hall, the Royal Baths of Doña Leonor, and the courtyards, characterized by their water features and verdant trees which contrast with the golden stone and whitewashed walls. Every corner of the castle hides countless myths and legends, through which we'll discover the indisputable connection between art, architecture, and the intriguing politics of Medieval Cordoba.

The final part of our tour will take us to the famous gardens of the Cordoba Alcazar. Amongst its water channels, canals, and ponds, your attention will be drawn to the vivid colors and sweet aromas of the flower-filled parterres. As you stroll through this bucolic area of the fortress, you'll spot a number of figures reminiscent of the 15th century: the statues of Christopher Columbus with the Christian Monarchs of Spain, after whom the Alcazar is officially named.

Partial Closures

We remind you that due to structural renovations inside the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, it will not be possible to access the rooms under construction until further notice. As an alternative, we'll explore its historic gardens and the Christopher Columbus monolith. In addition, we'll complete the experience with a visit to the Baños del Alcázar Califal, a unique space that reflects the splendour of the Caliphate's past.

Complete Your Visit

If you'd like to make the most of your time in Cordoba, consider these additional tours for a more complete experience:

Cordoba Alcazar Guided Tour

Partial Closures

Cordoba Alcazar Guided Tour