Explore the vast medieval palace of the Medina Azahara of Córdoba on a 3-hour guided tour, and travel back in time to the days of the Caliphate and Al-Andalus. Learn more about the first Umayyad caliph of Al-Andalus, Abderraman III.
Visit the most important parts of the complex, such as the large House of Ja’far built over the site of 3 earlier houses. Admire the remains of the Pórtico of Medina Azahara and visit the Salón Rico, where the caliph Abd-ar-Rahman III would receive guests.
Benefit from the expertise of an official guide who specializes on archaeological history.
Activities
Medina Azahara of Córdoba tickets and guided visit
from
£16.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
- Visit the palace-city of the Medina Azahara
- Learn more about the Umayyad Caliphate of Córdoba
- Benefit from the services of an archaeologist guide
What to expect
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What's included
Entrance ticket
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Official guide
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Bus from the city of Córdoba to Medina Azahara (if you select this option)
Entrance ticket
What's not included
Transportation inside the site (2.10 € per person)
Transportation inside the site (2.10 € per person)
Where
Meeting point:
Visit with transportation: meet your guide at the Roundabout of Cruz Roja (Av. Paseo de la Victoria). Find the tour guide with a blue umbrella. Visit without transportation: meet your guide at the parking of Medina Azahara Interpretation Center, next to the shuttle bus stop. Find the tour guide with a blue umbrella.
What to remember
- Please note that the medina is 8 kilometers from Córdoba. If you do not have your own vehicle, it is recommended that you book the tourist bus in advance with the local operator. You'll find their contact information in the voucher after booking
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Provider
Oway Tours
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.
What people say about this experience
Based on 6 reviews from verified customers
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Anonymous
From United States of America - December 2023Great
Overall rated4/5
Anonymous
From United States of America - November 2023Great
Overall rated4/5
Nos ha gustado y creemos que merece la pena verlo.Aunque tuvimos una dificultad con un compañero con movilidad reducida, muletas y despacio por su mi ...
Anonymous
From Spain - March 2022Average
Overall rated3/5
Es dificil que vaya mal un tour en un enclave tan espectacular como Medina Azahara. Sin embargo el tour empezó con una espera de más de 15 minutos en ...
Anonymous
From Spain - September 2021Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Una gran experiencia ver las ruinas de medina Azahara, gracias a la guia nos enteramos de todo y nos dio todo tipo de detalles que hacen la experienci ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - September 2021Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Anonymous
- November 2018Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Paula (nuestra guía), una gran profesional. Gracias Mercedes
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