Cordoba is a captivating Andalusian city with many attractive monuments to admire. On this private tour from Granada you'll discover Cordoba's mosque, cathedral, synagogue and Jewish quarter, and walk through the city's beautiful network of streets, squares and whitewashed courtyards. Accompanied by your own private guide, you'll enjoy personalized attention on your special private tour of this Andalusian gem.
Highlights
- Private day trip to Cordoba from Granada
- Tour the cathedral and Jewish quarter
- Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your expert guide on this special private tour
- Private car or minibus transport
- Pick-up and drop-off from central Granada hotels
Useful Information
Cordoba Mezquita
Your tour of Cordoba begins with a visit to the Catholic cathedral, converted from a mosque when the Christians conquered Cordoba in 1236. With nearly 1,000 pillars, the cathedral's original Gothic architecture is combined with Baroque and Renaissance elements. You'll see the remarkable Cardinal's Chapel and its treasures, including an ivory crucifix and important sculptures and paintings.
Next, you'll visit the old Jewish quarter, stepping back in time to the era of the Romans and Goths. You will see one of the few synagogues existing today in Spain, built in 1315, as well as many important monuments to Cordoba's most important sons, including the Roman philosopher Seneca, Arabian philosopher Averroes and the Jewish philosopher Maimonides.
Next, you'll visit the old Jewish quarter, stepping back in time to the era of the Romans and Goths. You will see one of the few synagogues existing today in Spain, built in 1315, as well as many important monuments to Cordoba's most important sons, including the Roman philosopher Seneca, Arabian philosopher Averroes and the Jewish philosopher Maimonides.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by nabeela m, August 2011
nothing could be better than this the guide was so good her name was maria and the driver michal who made us feel comfortable
Reviewed by Pam S, USA, June 2010
Cordoba was a must see. The history is fabulous. Our tour guide and driver were excellent. We could not be more pleased.
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