Córdoba Old City

Córdoba
Córdoba Old City
Go on a sightseeing tour of the beautiful buildings of a well-preserved historical center that was once the heart of medieval Europe.

Visit Cordoba Old City and you’ll be in one of the largest historical centers in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of palatial buildings and monuments that preserves the legacies of the cultures that have lived here. Explore the vast interior of an 8th-century mosque, walk across a Roman bridge and tour the ancient lanes of the Jewish quarter.

The old city's biggest draw is the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. This outstanding example of Islamic architecture was once the center of Western Islam. Marvel at the forest of red and white columns in the prayer hall. Tour the 16th-century renaissance cathedral in the center of the complex and climb the steps of the 177-feet (54-meter) bell tower.

Alongside the western walls of the Mosque-Cathedral is the Episcopal Palace, a 15th-century building that houses a museum of religious art. After your visit take a few footsteps south to walk over the Roman bridge that spans the Guadalquivir River. This ancient structure featured in season five of the global TV hit Game of Thrones as the Long Bridge of Volantis.

At the end of this 16-arched pedestrianized crossing is the medieval Tower of the Calahorra. Inside is a museum dedicated to the peaceful coexistence of Jews, Muslims and Christians in Cordoba during the 9th and 10th centuries.

Stroll back across the bridge to discover more of the old city's buildings and monuments. Tour the Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs, a 14th-century palace fortress with beautiful gardens filled with water features. About a 5-minute walk away are the remains of the Caliphal Baths, an Arabic bathhouse from the 10th century.

Continue your exploration with a visit to the Jewish quarter, an atmospheric place of medieval streets with a 14th-century synagogue.

At the end of your sightseeing trip, enjoy a meal in one of the old city's bars or restaurants.

The Old City is easy to get to from other parts of Cordoba by public transportation and taxi. If you prefer to drive, there is parking available for a fee along the streets or in garages.


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Top hotels in Córdoba Old City

Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
2 out of 5
Plaza Santa Catalina, 1, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €75 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€75
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (668 reviews)
"Wonderful and close to the mezquita. It was a true dream."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
Hotel Macià Alfaros
Hotel Macià Alfaros
4 out of 5
Alfaros 18, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €80 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€80
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Great breakfast! Suite had good windows for ventilation. Wish it had better A/C system though."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Hotel Macià Alfaros
Hotel Córdoba Centro
Hotel Córdoba Centro
3 out of 5
Calle Jesús y María 8, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €89 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€89
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Tendillas ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (420 reviews)
Great stay….super location
"Great location …great staff ..great breakfast …we recommend hotel Córdoba Centro to all who want to be in the heart of the action …you can even walk to the train station … pleasant stay …we would go back any time. Danielle and Richard From Canada"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Hotel Córdoba Centro
Patios del Orfebre
Patios del Orfebre
3.5 out of 5
CALLE TEJON Y MARIN 1, Córdoba, Córdoba
The price is €88 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€88
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hostal in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)
"Super charming hotel tucked away on a quiet street within the old walls of Cordoba. Walkable to everything within minutes! Our room was spacious, the beds were comfortable, the shower was good, and we had no issues with outside noise from either the courtyard or the street (and we faced onto the ..."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Patios del Orfebre
Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailío
Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailío
5 out of 5
Calle Ramirez de las Casas Deza, 10-12, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €247 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€247
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (904 reviews)
"Uniquely beautiful property. It’s hard to leave the special mix of ancient/modern environment with unusually calming and beautiful gardens."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Hotel Hospes Palacio del Bailío
Eurostars Conquistador Hotel
Eurostars Conquistador Hotel
4 out of 5
Magistral Gonzalez Frances 15-17, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €124 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€124
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great location and lovely patio for breakfast
"Great location. Breakfast is good. Rooms are a little tired but not an issue. Information desk very helpful"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Eurostars Conquistador Hotel
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