Medina Azahara Guided Tour

Introduction

Discover and explore one of the largest archaeological sites in all of Spain, the Medina Azahara, also known as the mysterious city that Abd-al Rahman III had built at the foot of the Sierra Morena

This archaeological site, located just eight kilometers from the city of Córdoba, contains legendary stories that we invite you to discover.


      3 hours
Highlights

Visit Medina Azahara and travel back in time to one of the most crucial moments in the history of the Omeya Caliphate of Al-Andalus.

Explore the fascinating "luminous city", the realization of the first Caliph of Cordoba, Abd-al Rahman III.

Discover the best-preserved caliphal city in the world, classified as a World Heritage Site, on a guided tour led by expert historians and archaeologists.

Key details

LANGUAGES

This tour is available in English and Spanish

DURATION

Approximately 3 hours 

MEETING POINT

Bus stop in front of Hotel Eurostars Palace (Paseo de la Victoria)

FREQUENCY

From Tuesday to Sunday at 10:45H

Full description

Explore alongside knowledgeable historians and archaeologists one of Cordoba's most splendid treasures. This is the city where the first omeya caliph, Abd al-Rahman III, commanded its creation and relocated his court. 

The guided tour is a must for gaining insights not only into the art of the Caliphate but also into understanding the significance of Al-Andalus as a dominant economic, social, and cultural entity in the society of that era. 

Experience a comprehensive guided tour of the site and later, visit the Interpretation Center, a museum housing an exceptional collection of artifacts retrieved from the site!

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Included

  • Entrance and monolingual guided tour to the Medina Azahara and the Interpretation Center;
  • Transportation;

Excluded

  • Other services not specified;

Cancelation rules

Additional info

Nearest town

Nearest Airport

Reviews

An absolute delight
It was such a fascinating glimpse into the past. The guide's storytelling transported us back in time, enabling us to visualize the grandeur and opulence of this historical gem. Highly recommended for anyone curious about Andalusian history!
Ashley Doggett
Very interesting
This tour offers a unique glimpse into the past and is a definite highlight of any trip to Cordoba. The guide was well-versed in the historical context and made the visit truly educational and enjoyable. We recommend it for sure! Tait
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