Free Tour of Monumental Córdoba

This free tour of Córdoba is designed as a 2-hour introductory route through the monumental area, from Plaza de las Tendillas to the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral, passing through streets, squares and spaces that explain the city's evolution.
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INFORMATION ON HOW THE FREE TOUR OF CÓRDOBA WORKS
Duration
The free tour lasts approximately 2 hours. It begins in Plaza de las Tendillas and ends in the area around the Triunfo de San Rafael, next to the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral.
Languages and groups
There are regular departures in Spanish, English and French. Groups are not mixed by language. Upon prior request, availability in German, Portuguese and Italian can be checked.
Available times
The tour runs every day with different times depending on the language. It's recommended to book in advance, especially in high season, to secure a place in your chosen group.
Price and how the free tour works
Free
You book your place without paying anything in advance. At the end of the visit, you give the guide a contribution based on your experience. The reference for this free tour is €10 per person.
What's included
Includes official guide throughout the route and an introductory explanation of Córdoba's historic centre, from Plaza de las Tendillas to the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral. Does not include entries or interior visits to monuments.
Meeting point
Plaza de las Tendillas
Confirmation
Accessibility
It's a walking route through the historic centre. In areas such as the Jewish Quarter there are narrow streets and sections where the group must advance together.
Families and pets
It's a family-friendly tour.
Large groups
If you're more than 8 people, it's recommended to book a private tour. This way the pace, start time, duration and stops of the route can be better adapted.
CANCELLATION AND CHANGES TO THE FREE TOUR OF CÓRDOBA
You can cancel your place free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the free tour.
If you need to change the day, you can reschedule the booking subject to availability. It's advisable to do this in advance to free up your place and be able to secure another time slot.
The route runs normally, unless there are adverse weather conditions or restrictions that prevent the route being done safely. In that case, participants will be notified according to the day's situation.
The free tour route may be modified by the guides and may be subject to changes due to unforeseen circumstances, weather conditions, special events or other reasons beyond the organisation's control. Any such changes will be made to ensure the visit runs smoothly and to offer participants the best possible experience.
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COMMON QUESTIONS BEFORE BOOKING THE FREE TOUR OF CÓRDOBA
HOW MUCH DOES THE FREE TOUR OF CÓRDOBA COST?
The booking is made without paying anything upfront. At the end of the visit, the suggested contribution for this free tour is €10 per person.
DO I HAVE TO BOOK OR CAN I TURN UP DIRECTLY?
It's advisable to book to secure your place and so the guide can organise the group before starting. When you complete the booking you receive tour confirmation.
WHERE DOES THE ROUTE START AND FINISH?
The free tour starts in Plaza de las Tendillas, next to the central fountain, and ends in the area around the Triunfo de San Rafael, next to the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST AND WHAT TYPE OF VISIT IS IT?
The visit lasts approximately 2 hours. It's an exterior panoramic route through Córdoba's historic centre, without entries or access to the interior of monuments.
WHAT PLACES ARE SEEN DURING THE FREE TOUR?
It is a panoramic walk through Córdoba's historic centre: the old Jewish Quarter, the streets with their Andalusian layout, the atmosphere along the Guadalquivir and the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral. Rather than a list of stops, the guide helps you understand every corner in its historical context, from Roman times to the present day.
IN WHAT LANGUAGES IS IT CONDUCTED?
There are regular departures in Spanish, English and French. Groups are not mixed by language.
CAN I BOOK IF WE'RE A LARGE GROUP?
If you're more than 8 people, it's recommended to book a private tour to better adapt the pace, start time and stops of the route.
DO YOU GO INSIDE THE MEZQUITA-CATEDRAL DURING THE FREE TOUR?
No. The free tour ends at the exterior of the Mezquita-Catedral and does not include entry to the monument. If you want to visit it inside, you can book a specific guided visit with entry included.
BOOK YOUR PLACE ON THE FREE TOUR OF CÓRDOBA
Book your place if you want to begin your Córdoba experience with an exterior route through the historic centre, without paying anything upfront and with the group already organised before setting off. You just need to choose the day, time and language, indicate the number of people and receive booking confirmation.
On the day of the tour, go to Plaza de las Tendillas a few minutes early to locate the guide. Over two hours you will explore the historic centre and get a first overview of the city, ideal for deciding afterwards which monuments you would like to visit inside.
