Córdoba packs a remarkable amount into a compact old town: a mosque-cathedral, Roman and Moorish remains, flower-filled patios and a long flamenco tradition. This is the starting point for deciding what to see and how to spend your time.
Start with the essentials
Most first visits revolve around the Mezquita-Cathedral and the streets of the old town around it. If you have more time, Medina Azahara (the ruined palace-city outside Córdoba) and the patios add very different layers to the city.
The guides below cover each in more depth. Practical details such as opening hours and ticket prices change, so we point you to official sources rather than repeating numbers that may be out of date.
Think about how you like to travel
Short on time? Read the one-day itinerary. Visiting in spring? The patios are at their best. Travelling in summer? Plan outdoor sights for the morning and keep the afternoons for shade, museums and baths.
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