The shining city
Guided tour of Madinat al-Zahra
Can you imagine the city a caliph built on the outskirts of Córdoba? I will share its history and legends, in a group of no more than 10 people.
From €25 / adult
DURATION
2 h 30 – 3 h
DAYS
Tuesday to Sunday
GROUP
Maximum 10
LANGUAGE
English · Español
CANCELLATION
Free up to 48 h before
What will you discover?
Madinat al-Zahra is the key to understanding why Córdoba was the most important city in the Western world in the 10th century. It has been a World Heritage Site since 2018.
We take the shuttle bus to the top of the site and walk down through its streets. I will tell you how people lived, how it was built, and a legend or two you will love.
THE ROUTE
1
Visitor centre
We meet in the car park. This is where our journey back in time begins.
2
Shuttle bus
Up to the highest part of the site.
3
Residence of Abd al-Rahman III
Where the caliphate was governed from.
4
Streets and homes
How the city’s inhabitants lived.
5
House of Ja’far
Home of the caliph’s chief minister.
6
Basilica building
Arches, capitals and the finest materials of the age.
7
Great Portico
The grand ceremonial entrance to the city.
8
Museum
Original pieces found during the excavations.
Times and prices
TIME · TUESDAY TO SUNDAY
Morning
10:30
Need a different time? Get in touch and we will arrange it.
Keep the morning free: weekends are busier.
GUIDED TOUR PRICE
Adults
€25
Children aged 10 to 14
€12.50
Up to 9 years
Free
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Entry: free for EU citizens; other nationalities €1.50. Paid at reception.
Shuttle bus: €3 adults and €1.50 children aged 4 to 12. Paid on site.
Meeting point: visitor centre car park, 8 km from Córdoba. I will send you the map.
No car? A bus runs from central Córdoba and includes the shuttle. I will tell you where to catch it.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before.
Ready to go?
Book your Madinat al-Zahra tour
Choose a day. I will confirm availability, directions and payment details within 24 hours. You pay nothing until then.
More than 10 people, or prefer a private tour? Tick the box in the form and I will prepare a quote.
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Guests who have taken this tour
★★★★★
“Cristina is an excellent guide who truly helps you understand Córdoba’s history. Her passion keeps you engaged throughout. One of the best experiences of our trip.”
Olga
★★★★★
“A wonderful guide. As well as Medina Azahara, she told us where to try traditional Córdoba dishes. An amazing person, highly recommended.”
Tere
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