Mosque Cathedral of Cordoba Guided Tour
Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Guided Tour
Meet your guide at the Patio de los Naranjos, next to the bell tower, at the scheduled time and walk straight into the Mosque-Cathedral (mezquita-catedral in Spanish) with your official English-speaking guide, skipping the long queues of visitors.
While you marvel at the Prayer Hall, the Mihrab, and the stunning red and white columns, your guide will explain the following, among many other things:
- The construction of the Mosque-Cathedral began in 785.
- It was the second largest mosque in the world, after the Great Mosque of Mecca, until the Sultan Ahmed Mosque was built in Turkey.
- The mosque was consecrated as a Roman Catholic church in the thirteenth century.
- It was listed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984.
- The impressive building combines Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Umayyad styles.
Registered in Cordoba?
For residents and those born in Cordoba, admission to the mosque is free of charge. To avail of this deal, you must collect your ticket at the ticket office before you come to the meeting point. These tickets are non-transferable, and you'll need to present your ID card at the desk.
Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Private Tour
You also have the option to book a private tour of the Mosque of Cordoba.
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Duration
1 hour.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Official English–speaking guide
Skip–the–line tickets to the Mosque–Cathedral of Cordoba
When to book?
You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our 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:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Andalucía A Pie - Córdoba
Corporate name: Córdoba Embrujada SL
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is it possible to stay in the Cordoba Mosque on our own after the tour is over?
A - No, once the tour is over you should leave. In addition, the group must enter and leave the Mosque of Cordoba with the guide. You'll not be able to enter later if the guide is already inside and join the group, nor will the guide be able to exit, leaving the group inside.
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Q - Is it possible to take this tour with a pushchair/stroller?
A - Yes, the tour is suitable if you would like to bring a child in a pushchair/stroller.
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Q - Does the reduced price for registered residents apply to all residents of Córdoba province?
A - Yes, it includes the capital city and province. You must present your ID card showing the address.
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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.
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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.
Free cancellation
Puerta del Perdón, under the bell tower
