Does it include the ticket to Medina Azahara?

Access is free for citizens of the European Union. For non-EU visitors, the ticket costs €1.50 per adult, which must be paid directly at the ticket office.

How does the shuttle bus work?

The site is about 2 km from the Reception Center and the shuttle bus is the only authorized transport to access the archaeological site. It operates with an approximate frequency of 20 minutes. Both visit options include the cost of the shuttle bus. You just need to wait for the guide at the stop and follow their instructions to start the visit.

How to get to Medina Azahara?

It depends on the booking option you choose: With transport from Córdoba: The tour includes the transfer. You just need to go to the meeting point indicated on your voucher 15 minutes before the scheduled time. On your own: You must get to the Reception Center and head to the shuttle bus stop, where the guide will be waiting for you.

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Guided Tour of Medina Azahara

On this tour, an expert guide will show you the archaeological site of Medina Azahara

Duration 3h

Tour type Guided visits

Languages Spanish

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The Medina Azahara archaeological site is one of the most visited places in the province of Córdoba. This archaeological ensemble was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2018. Known as 'the Brilliant City', it is one of the great symbols of what the Caliphate of Córdoba was in the 10th century.

On this tour, you will learn all about the archaeological site of Medina Azahara from an expert guide. Join us on this visit and do not miss the chance to understand one of the jewels of Andalusian history in Spain. The palatial city never leaves its visitors indifferent.

Delve into one of the most well-known and valuable archaeological sites in Europe.
Ensure your entry to Medina Azahara by booking in advance, as spots fill up quickly.
Visit one of the most recognized and popular places in Córdoba.

Included

Official guide.
Shuttle bus to the site (if you choose this option).
Radio guides for groups of more than 10 people.

Not Included

Round-trip bus from Córdoba (optional).
Anything not specified in the 'what includes' section.

The departure time varies depending on the chosen booking option. If you choose the option with transportation from Córdoba, you must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the time indicated on the voucher. If, on the other hand, you decide to go to the site on your own, wait for the guide at the shuttle bus stop and do not enter the site on your own.
On certain dates, due to the high demand for this visit and in order not to create overbookings, what is done is a request for availability, it is indicated when you are going to make the payment. In a period of less than 72 hours you will receive a reply informing you if there are places available or not. If the reservation is made within this period, you will receive an urgent reply. The amount will be blocked in the reservation request to ensure that in case of availability there are funds to collect it.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation and modification of the booking up to 48 hours in advance.

Delve into one of the most well-known and valuable archaeological sites in Europe.
Ensure your entry to Medina Azahara by booking in advance, as spots fill up quickly.
Visit one of the most recognized and popular places in Córdoba.

Included

Official guide.
Shuttle bus to the site (if you choose this option).
Radio guides for groups of more than 10 people.

Not Included

Round-trip bus from Córdoba (optional).
Anything not specified in the 'what includes' section.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation and modification of the booking up to 48 hours in advance.

Itinerary and Meeting Points

Map

Bus Stop Paseo de la Victoria (Glorieta Cruz Roja), in front of the Eurostars Palace Hotel. Look for the art identifier in Córdoba.

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FAQs

Does it include the ticket to Medina Azahara?

Access is free for citizens of the European Union. For non-EU visitors, the ticket costs €1.50 per adult, which must be paid directly at the ticket office.
How does the shuttle bus work?

The site is about 2 km from the Reception Center and the shuttle bus is the only authorized transport to access the archaeological site. It operates with an approximate frequency of 20 minutes.

Both visit options include the cost of the shuttle bus. You just need to wait for the guide at the stop and follow their instructions to start the visit.
How to get to Medina Azahara?
It depends on the booking option you choose:
- With transport from Córdoba: The tour includes the transfer. You just need to go to the meeting point indicated on your voucher 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
- On your own: You must get to the Reception Center and head to the shuttle bus stop, where the guide will be waiting for you.

RATING AND REVIEWS

All opinions have been written by real customers who have booked with us.

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FAQs

Does it include the ticket to Medina Azahara?

Access is free for citizens of the European Union. For non-EU visitors, the ticket costs €1.50 per adult, which must be paid directly at the ticket office.
How does the shuttle bus work?

The site is about 2 km from the Reception Center and the shuttle bus is the only authorized transport to access the archaeological site. It operates with an approximate frequency of 20 minutes.

Both visit options include the cost of the shuttle bus. You just need to wait for the guide at the stop and follow their instructions to start the visit.
How to get to Medina Azahara?
It depends on the booking option you choose:
- With transport from Córdoba: The tour includes the transfer. You just need to go to the meeting point indicated on your voucher 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
- On your own: You must get to the Reception Center and head to the shuttle bus stop, where the guide will be waiting for you.

RATING AND REVIEWS

All opinions have been written by real customers who have booked with us.

4.7 / 5

Rating (77 reviews)

Víctor N
25/01/2026

There are times when finding a pleasant group is difficult, and that's not something you can control. The group was fine except for a couple that joined at the last moment and they weren't very pleasant.