Córdoba: Skip-the-Line Great Mosque-Cathedral History Tour

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Córdoba: Skip-the-Line Great Mosque-Cathedral History Tour
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Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
1664 reviews

Follow your guide on this tour with included entry tickets. Learn about the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, its origins as an Islamic mosque and history as a Catholic cathedral.

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Duration 1 hour
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Spanish, French, English
Wheelchair accessible

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5 out of 5 stars
S
Sulaimaan – United Kingdom

Amazing tour! The guide was perfect, humorous and had a really deep understanding of the history she was explaining, from an Islamic as well as Christian perspective.

5 out of 5 stars
R
Richard – United Kingdom

Our guide, Helena, was fantastic. So knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. The Mezquita is an incredible place and this tour way exceeded our expectations.

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Fuente de Santa María

  • Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba

    Visit, Guided tour (1 hour)

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, the most interesting in Spain
  • Tour a labyrinth of beautiful columns, double arcades and horseshoe arches
  • Learn how a cathedral was built inside the mosque after the Christian Conquest

Full description

Meet your guide at the only olive tree, near the fountain in "Patio de los Naranjos" of the Mezquita de Córdoba, it's the only olive tree, the rest are orange trees.

Explore the Great Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, a former Islamic mosque on a guided tour. Benefit from skip-the-line entry and learn about the fascinating history of the site which has undergone several changes throughout the centuries.

Discover an amazing mixture of architectural styles, constructed over 9 centuries. Standing in the historic center of Cordoba, the Mosque-Cathedral is one of the most beautiful examples of Islamic art in Spain.

Explore the interior which is a labyrinth of beautiful columns with double arcades and horseshoe arches. After the Christian conquest, a cathedral was built inside, with highlights including the Baroque altarpiece and the mahogany choir stalls.

At the end of your tour, your guide will help you locate a good local restaurant or tavern if you want to savor some authentic Andalusian tapas.

Includes

  • Local qualified guide
  • Audio Receivers to listen to the guide inside the Mosque-Cathedral
  • Mosque Cathedral entrance fee
  • VAT
  • Food and drink

Meeting point

Near the only olive tree next to the fountain (the other trees are orange trees). Patio de los Naranjos, Mezquita de Cordoba

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Please arrive on time otherwise you may miss the tour. If you arrive late for the tour, we cannot guarantee that you can join our tour once started and you will not receive a refund and not receive the tickets for the monuments
Likely to sell out

From $37 per person

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Overall rating

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4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 1664 reviews

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  • Guide
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  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Sulaimaan – United KingdomJune 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing tour! The guide was perfect, humorous and had a really deep understanding of the history she was explaining, from an Islamic as well as Christian perspective.
5 out of 5 stars
R
Richard – United KingdomOctober 17, 2024 – Verified booking
Our guide, Helena, was fantastic. So knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. The Mezquita is an incredible place and this tour way exceeded our expectations.
5 out of 5 stars
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Heather – United StatesOctober 17, 2024 – Verified booking
Franny was a great guide- the best we had the entire time in Spain. Enjoyed immensely

Product ID: 28529

Activity provider:
Konexion Tours

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