Visit the Mezquita-Catedral, Alcázar & Jewish Quarter, Córdoba

Discover Córdoba's most significant sites and deep dive into its rich history on a private guided walk, beginning with the iconic Mezquita, renowned for its unique blend of Islamic and Christian architecture. Next, wander through the historic Jewish Quarter, visiting a traditional souk market and the synagogue, while learning about the area's medieval significance. Conclude your journey at the Alcázar, where your guide will illuminate its historical roles and you can stroll through its impressive gardens. Ideal for history enthusiasts, this experience offers a deeper, personalized insight into some of Spain's most significant monuments.

After meeting your guide in Plaza de las Tendillas, you'll follow them down Córdoba's ancient streets listening as they share details on the city's past under Roman, Muslim, and Christian rule. You'll start by visiting the city's most important monument and one of Spain's most visited, the UNESCO-protected Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral). As you wander the hypostyle hall amid the forest of striped arches, you'll learn why Córdoba combined the Christian and Muslim houses of worship to form one. You'll also stroll through the courtyard covered with orange trees and admire the bell tower, originally the mosque's minaret. 

Next, you'll make your way into the hauntingly beautiful Judería, Córdoba's historic Jewish Quarter, which sits within the city's medieval quarter. You'll navigate twisting streets and come across hidden corners and decorative features like courtyards, fountains, and gardens. As you walk through the district, learn about the city's Jewish heritage and past, then opt to visit important monuments like the 14th-century Córdoba Synagogue. You can also walk through Calleja de la Hoguera (Bonfire Alley) and admire the art at the Capilla Mudéjar de San Bartolomé (Chapel of Saint Bartholomew).

To conclude the discovery walk, you'll stroll along Córdoba's medieval walls to arrive at the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos (Alcázar of the Christian Kings). Like other Alcázars in Spain, this one features numerous buildings, elaborate courtyards, and gardens. Your guide will take you into the complex, where you can view spaces like the Hall of Mosaics, the Courtyard of the Women, and the Royal Baths of Doña Leonor.