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Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba Guided Tour Without Tickets

This guided tour of the Mosque of Córdoba is perfect if you have already booked your tickets to the monument and want to discover its interior with an English-speaking guide.

This guided tour of the Mosque of Córdoba is perfect if you have already booked your tickets to the monument and want to discover its interior with an English-speaking guide.

Tour Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at the Puerta del Perdón to start this guided tour of the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba. We'll start our tour by crossing the Patio de los Naranjos or Courtyard of the Orange Trees, a space filled with history that conserves the essence of the ancient ablution courtyards.

Once inside the building, we'll admire its most symbolic corners up close. During the visit, you'll discover how the ancient Omeyan mosque transformed over time until it incorporated Christian elements.

We'll pass by the famous forest of columns, the most iconic view of the Mosque of Córdoba. This impressive series of double arcades, with their characteristic red and white voussoirs, stands as one of the great landmarks of Hispano-Muslim art. We'll also see the Mihrab, the Main Chapel, the Transept, and the Choir.

We'll see the incorporation of Christian elements into the former Islamic prayer hall, a transformation that defined the monument's current character. We'll also explore the other most notable areas of the complex, such as the Royal Chapel, the Chapel of Villaviciosa, and the Parish Church of El Sagrario.

Tickets to the Mosque of Córdoba

Please note that the tickets to the Mosque of Córdoba are not included and you'll need to pay them on your own, by selecting a time slot based on the time of your reservation. Below is a breakdown of the tour times and the times by which you must purchase your ticket:

Monday to Saturday

  • 9:30 am or 10 am: ticket at 10 am
  • 11 am: ticket at 11 am
  • 11:30 am: ticket at 11:30 am
  • 12:45 pm: ticket at 1 pm
  • 1:15 pm: ticket at 1:30 pm
  • 4 pm: ticket at 4 pm
  • 5:30 pm: ticket at 5:30 pm (only from March 1 to October 31)

Sundays

  • 9:30 am or 10 am: ticket at 9:30 am
  • 3 pm: ticket at 3 pm
  • 4 pm: ticket at 4 pm
  • 5:30 pm: ticket at 5:30 pm (only from March 1 to October 31)

For tours that start on the quarter-hour, please select a time slot 15 minutes after the tour's start time.

We recommend purchasing tickets in advance to ensure availability for your preferred time slot.

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More Information

Duration

1h - 1h 30m.

Language

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

Included

English–speaking gudie

Not included

Admission to the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba: between 13 (US$ 15.04) and 15 (US$ 17.36) for adults, between 10 (US$ 11.57) and 12 (US$ 13.89) for seniors over 65 and students aged 15 to 26, between 7 (US$ 8.10) and 8 (US$ 9.26) for children aged 10 to 14, and free for children under 10

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.
  • Promotes local employment.
  • Has a gender equality policy.
  • Promotes local employment.
  • Has a gender equality policy.

Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Can we bring a baby stroller?

    A - Yes, no problem at all.

  • Q - After the tour, can we stay inside the building and explore on our own?

    A - No, once the guided tour is over, you'll need to leave. Please also keep in mind that the group must enter and exit the Mosque of Córdoba together with the guide. You won't be able to enter later to join the group, and the guide won't be able to leave and let you stay inside.

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Andalucía A Pie - Córdoba Corporate name: Córdoba Embrujada SL Registered Office: C/ Conquistador Benito de Baños 13 , 3º, Cordoba, Spain Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): B14993489 Contact information Email: reservas@cordobapie.es Phone: +34 601168332 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

Puerta del Perdón, under the Bell Tower

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