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Cordoba Walking Tour: Discover History with Arabian Baths Experience
4.2
93 Ratings
Córdoba
Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Cordoba on a walking tour that takes you through its Roman, Arabic, and Spanish past. Explore iconic landmarks like the Cordoba Mezquita and Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, and indulge in ultimate relaxation at the Baños Árabes de Cordoba.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos - First stop is the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a site also called the Palace of the Christian Kings, built in the 14th century by Alfonso XI. Walk through the inside of the palace and see remarkable Arabian baths, Roman mosaics and a sarcophagus of marble from the 3rd century.
As you wander through the Jewish Quarter, dating to the time of the Romans, look out for important monuments dedicated to the most important sons of Cordoba: Roman philosopher Seneca, Arabian philosopher Averroes and Jewish philosopher Maimonides.
Here you can also see the Synagogue.
And the magnificent Mezquita, a cathedral converted from an original mosque when the Christians conquered Cordoba in the 13th century. Modifications took place more than two centuries later, so the building’s original Gothic style is combined with Baroque and Renaissance elements.
Upgrade: Baños Árabes
Make your own way to the Arabian baths, and then spend up to 2.5 hours inside at leisure.
What's Included
- Guidance from a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport to/from Baños Árabes de Cordoba
Additional Information
Experience the captivating blend of Roman, Arabic and Spanish history on this walking tour through Cordoba. Discover the city’s rich history and long-standing traditions as you tour major attractions such as the Cordoba Mezquita (cathedral-mosque) and the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos. If you’re seeking rest and relaxation post-tour, an upgrade is available to include a 2.5-hour session at the Baños Árabes de Cordoba – a local Arabian bath featuring thermal pools and a steam room.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- On occasions, children under the age of 12 years may not be allowed inside the baths. Contact the local service provider before travel if you have children in your group
Location
Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs
Calle Caballerizas Reales
Green kiosk located In front of the main entrance to the Alcazar de los Reyes Cristianos Palace.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(93 Ratings)
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Francesca
May 21, 2019
Just amazing to see the Mezquita! - Cordoba is a great city. It’s bigger than we thought and the locals really get out and enjoy company and their great food. The Mezquita was just so amazing and we were delighted with our guide, Angel, as he provided great information and knowledge peppered with loads of laid back humour. So worth it. You can see all these things alone but it’s so much better with guidance... it’s the little things that made all the difference.
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Lisa
May 8, 2019
One of our favorite tours - We took several day trips in Spain this was one of our favorites, Angel was a very good host, very knowledgeable and friendly. The Baths were a very relaxing way to spend a couple of hours.
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Jlmccrumb
Aug 31, 2018
Entertaining and informative tour by Paki - Paki (sp?) had a great sense of humor and educated us well about the Moorish, Roman and Christian past of Cortoba and Andalucia. Having lived in the US, she communicates very well with just enough of a Spanish accent. The Mezquita was especially impressive.
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Karen_r
May 29, 2018
We toured the Alcazar, a little bit... - <p>We toured the Alcazar, a little bit of the surrounding neighborhood and the fantastic Mezquita. Good, thoughtful commentary. Good value.</p>
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Robertd_l
May 19, 2018
We started with a small English... - <p>We started with a small English speaking group at the Alcazar which afforded us lots of opportunities to interact with our guide, Christina. However, at the Mosque-Cathedral our numbers swelled to over 25. Even with the larger crowd, Christina managed to keep everything in order, and we obtained a wealth of knowledge about not only the building but also about the history of Spain.</p>
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Joy_w
Mar 18, 2018
This tour was wonderful, not to be... - <p>This tour was wonderful, not to be missed. The guide was Raphael and he was very passionate about the history, it was fantastic. Highly recommend it. If you have been to a Hammam, I would not add the Arabian baths if you want an authentic experience. Even though I enjoyed the baths it was nothing like an Hammam.</p>
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Caroline
Nov 26, 2017
On arrival at meeting point we were... - <p>On arrival at meeting point we were split into different language groups which I was very impressed with. Our guide Paqui was absolutely FANTASTIC. She was immensely knowledgeable and very funny, which made our 4-hour tour even more enjoyable. I felt she spent the right amount of time at each point of interest. We had a quick coffee and a couple of toilet breaks too. Every part of the tour was a highlight for us but having the Mezquita at the end was fantastic. This is my second Viator tour and I do intend to use them again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND</p>
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Steven
Nov 4, 2017
Outstanding tour and tour guide... - <p>Outstanding tour and tour guide! Paci was our guide. She had the knowledge and was able to share it so we all learned and enjoyed the tour. She was able to answer any questions and inject humor at appropriate times. Thank you Viator! Another great tour!</p>
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Galia
Oct 27, 2017
Excellent!<br/> Paqui is a great... - <p>Excellent!<br/>
Paqui is a great guide. She knows History well, but must important, she knows how to tell stories and keep you interested all the time.</p>
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Ed_r
Jul 10, 2019
Enjoyed the tour - Nice tour. Learned a lot about the city and its history. Might have moved a bit faster through some of the places so we were a bit tired by the end, which was the most impressive of the destinations. Overall a very worthwhile experience.
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