Córdoba: Guided Tour of the Patios Tour in Spanish
ID: GYG74944-O-105474
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the popular patios of Córdoba with a Spanish or English-speaking guide, and travel back to the origins of the city from Roman times to learn how the famous courtyards evolved over time.
Marvel at the beautiful patios of Córdoba and discover why UNESCO included them on their Intangible Heritage of Humanity list for the city's May celebrations of abundant flowers.
See a selection of 7 or 8 courtyards and get an insight into how they evolved. Travel back to their origins when Córdoba was part of the Roman Empire as the capital of the province of Hispania Baetica. Marvel at the different types of patio and capture the scent of sweet-smelling flowers.
Hear how the patios became a place of friendship where people would present plants and trees to help keep the homes cool and sheltered from the hot climate of Andalusia.
Highlights
- See 7 or 8 of the popular patios of Córdoba
- Hear how the patios evolved from the days of the Roman Empire
- Spend the day exploring a beautiful UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity Site
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
Meet at the main door of the Caballerizas Reales (Royal Stables). Do not enter the building.
Please note, from May 4 to 17, 2020 the meeting point changes to the main gate of the city hall of Córdoba in C/Capitulares.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
