Guided tour of Medina Azahara

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About this activity

Visiting Medina Azahara is like entering a labyrinth of emotions. Let yourself be carried away by the history and beauty of a place that was the scene of political intrigues, lavish receptions and moments of great cultural splendour.

To discover the secrets hidden in Medina Azahara, there is nothing better than touring it with a tour guide. A professional passionate about history who will open the doors to this fascinating enclave and help you understand its meaning and importance.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Córdoba Única

Ages: Infants (0–9 years) · Children (10–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Face-to-face guide in Spanish
Included: If the group exceeds 10 people, they will be provided with radio guides and headphones.

Not included

Not included: If you go by car you have to park in the Parking and take a shuttle bus that costs €3.

Itinerary

Medina Azahara

2 hours

Visit Medina Azahara with an official tour guide and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this palatine city, built in 936 by the first caliph of Al-Andalus Abderramán III and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

The visit to Medina Azahara is divided into three parts.

1. REGISTRATION: The first step is to enter the Visitor Centre to check in. Once you have done so, you will go to the museum that houses the most significant pieces found in the excavations of the site.

2. SITE: The second step is to visit the Site, the place where the Shining City was. There we will discover what happened to it (depopulation, ruins and looting). Of the 112 hectares that were buried, only 10% has been excavated today.

3. AUDIOVISUAL: And the last step will be to enter an auditorium to watch a short film. It is a 3D recreation of what the city was like and it is great to complete the visit.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting on the esplanade where the Visitor Centre building is located. Ask for Córdoba Única. It is easy to find us and since we have your phone number, we will call you if we cannot find you.

End point

The guide will be waiting on the esplanade where the Visitor Centre building is located. Ask for Córdoba Única. It is easy to find us and since we have your phone number, we will call you if we cannot find you.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you don't have a car, you have to buy a bus ticket from Medina Azahara, which leaves Cordoba at 10:00 a.m. It costs €10 per person round trip and includes the shuttle bus.