Palacio de Viana

Visit the patios and gardens of Viana Palace, an official national monument and the ‘museum of courtyards’ in Spain’s famous city of courtyards — Córdoba. Discover the exterior of this palatial noble home comprising 12 courtyards, multiple architectural styles, and 5 centuries of history.  Learn of the different historical periods and owners the palace has lived through, and how they formed its appearance today. Explore the surroundings of the complex and see different themes in each courtyard, such as Roman, medieval, Renaissance, and Moorish.  Enjoy orange trees, fountains, arches, and local flora, too. Walk round the beautiful gardens, that take up nearly half the space of the property, that will make you disbelieve that you are in the middle of a city. If you like, opt to enter the historical palace itself with tickets to the palace's interior available to purchase onsite.

Córdoba has historically attracted travelers and civilizations because of its location on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, as well as for its sunny climate and its natural resources. Romans, Arabs, Jews, and Christians have all left their mark on the city of Córdoba with monumental buildings, works of art, and advanced infrastructure. During your time in Córdoba, see the main highlights of the city with a 24 hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus pass. Enjoy a complete trip lasting 1 hour and 20 minutes, or get off and back on at places that interest you the most. With this pass, you can marvel at the masterpieces of the Mezquita, the Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Torre de la Calahorra, the Palacio de la Merced, and the Roman Temple. Visit the city of Medina Azahara, built by the caliph Abd al-Rahman III, in the image of his greatness. See museums and learn about cultural festivals, and experience the city to its fullest at any of the tours 17 stops. Cordoba Panoramica Route- Panoramica del Rio Jardin Botanico - Zoologico Ciudad de los Ninos San Basilio Puerta de Almodovar Mercado de la Victoria Gran Capitan Estacion de trenes/ autobuses Palacio de la Merced - Diputacion Malmuerta - Santa Marina Plaza Corazon de Maria San Lorenzo Realejo - San Andres Ayuntamiento - Templo Romano Arco del Portillo Puente Romano Banos Califales - Alcazar Cordoba Intima Route- Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos Mezquita - Catedral San Pedro Realejo - San Andres Palacio de Viana Palacio de la Merced - Diputacion Ayuntamiento - Templo Romano Plaza de las Tendillas Arco del Portillo Panoramica del Rio

Explore the city of Códoba from a unique perspective on a tuk-tuk. Sit and relax as your guide drives you to the must-see spots of the city. Make stops at your leisure for photos and listen to your guide explain the history of the city. Start your tour in Tendillas Square where your guide will be waiting on the tuk-tuk. Get comfortable on board and begin your journey through Córdoba. Move from the center of the city outwards to the historical areas. During the tour, your guide will tell you about the monuments you pass by and can recommend sites for you to visit during your stay. Enjoy this historic city, home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the city center and the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. Drive to the iconic Roman Bridge and the Jewish quarter of the city. Take breaks outside the monuments to capture photos of the buildings or have your guide capture photos of you with your friends and family in front of the breathtaking views. Ask your guide if there are areas of the city you would most like to visit or follow the carefully planned route by your guide to see their best recommendations of places to stop by in the city.

After meeting at the Plaza de don Gome Cordoba, you will begin your guided tour experience. You will begin with a tour of the patios of Cordoba, which embelish a heritage of the tradition of the Roman and Arabic eras. Here you will experience a mix of architecture, flowers, plants, sunshine and fountains. You can enjoy the blossoms and feel the freshness of the nature. In this tour you will visit a total of 12 patios and courtyards from the Viana Palace. You will wander the patios, discovering how they have evolved throughout history. Each one is from a different era, from different periods of the 14th century until nowadays. After visiting the patios, you will enter through the palace, and little by little you will discover all of its rooms. You will learn of the history whilst discovering the painting of Goya, the old weapons and the structure's medieval history.

A Córdoba private bike tour with guide is a nice way to discover this beautiful city from Andalusia. Cordoba was one of the most important cities in Europe and has one of the largest mosques in the world. During these private tour you will discover this beautiful city with your own group. Of course you indicate the pace and you have the possibly to ask all your questions to the experienced guide. We take you to the hidden streets, beautiful squares and other local places which are not in the books. Set off with a private guide and enjoy Cordoba in an exclusive way. If you want to adjust something during the route, that's no problem. You can just ask the guide at the start of the tour and we will adapt the tour. You go out with your own company, so you can decide what you want to see. In consultation, you can also choose the time you want to start. So it's really a tailor-made tour! This and much more ensures that you go back home with a unique experience. During this private bike tour you will see the Corredera Square, San Basilio, Roman Bridge, Patios, Mosque-Cathedral (Mezquita-catedral), Church San Lorenzo, Church Santa Marina, Palacio de Viana, Royal Stables of Córdoba, Statue of Manolete, and the Alcazar of the Cristian Monarchs.

Running is not a fashion, it is a lifestyle. We are aware, therefore, we have designed this activity so that you get to know the city in a different way. We have merged tourism and sport so that you can discover Córdoba as a true runner into the city, do you dare?. Make room in your luggage and don't forget your sneakers and sportswear! The panoramic tour passes through the Historic Center of Córdoba, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994. It will be a comfortable, enjoyable, fun race adapted to the group. You don´t have to be a proffesional runner, nor an expert ;-) ... we usually adapt our speed and resistence to the experience of the visitor (better if you are not a proffesional because otherwise, maybe I am the one not to be able to follow you ...) Remember your camera to take photos of the incredible places that we are going to visit and take a nice memory with you. This activity, due to its characteristics, is not adapted to people with reduced mobility and children under 12 years of age. Route: Plaza de las Tendillas, Cristo de los Faroles, monument of the Cuidadores de los Patios "La Regadera", Manolete Monument, Sta. Marina church, Viana Palace, Orive gardens, Roman Temple, Plaza de la Corredera, Plaza del Potro, Compás de San Francisco, Archaeological Museum, Calleja de las Flores, Jewish Quarter, Maimonides sculpture, Puerta de Almodóvar, Averroes sculpture, San Basilio neighborhood (it is typical of the Cordoba Patios, we will see another monument of the caretakers "the grandfather with the grandson”), Puerta de Sevilla, Ribera, Sotos de la Albolafia, Noria y Molinos, Calle del Pañuelo, Cruz del Rastro, Miraflores Bridge, Calahorra Tower, Roman Bridge and Puerta del Puente. So you can see it is an original way to visit the city if you are in a hurry, you like running, you want to take original experiences, and feel better at the end of the day.

Meet your guide outside Viana Palace (Palacio de Viana) to enter the patios (courtyards) and explore one of the most resplendent monuments in Córdoba. Learn the historical and artistic value of these magnificent sites as you stroll through the Muslim patio, one from the 19th century, a stunning French-style garden and more. Get a broad overview of the courtyards of Córdoba at a palace that was declared a National Monument in 1981 for its artistic value. After exploring the different patios, benefit from the chance to enter the palace and explore its art and antiquities. Travel back in time to the days of the aristocracy of Córdoba between the 16th and the 20th centuries. End with a complimentary drink and tapa refreshment.

Are you in Seville and would like to take a trip to Córdoba? At Explore Andalucía, we offer you a comfortable and safe transfer so that your only concern is to enjoy yourself. Designed for small groups of up to 14 people, we provide a modern vehicle, spacious and equipped with all amenities (reclining seats, individual air conditioning, Wi-Fi, USB chargers...) to make your round trip as pleasant as possible. You will travel together in a private setting, so you can maintain your own atmosphere throughout the journey. This excursion includes both the outbound and return transfers within a maximum time frame of 12 hours. Pick-up and drop-off points at the end of the day can be arranged.