Córdoba: Mosque-Cathedral and Jewish Quarter Guided Tour Private Tour in French
ID: GYG396846-O-721077
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Skip the ticket line to enter the great Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba. Then join a walking tour of the Jewish Quarter and visit the Córdoba Synagogue.
Meet your experienced guide outside the Mosque-Cathedral. After being provided with a headset, start your tour by listening to an introduction to the history of the mosque. Explore the courtyard of the complex, called the Patio de los Naranjos.
Soak up the atmosphere of this peaceful space with lots of greenery, and marvel at the beautiful Bell Tower. Then skip the ticket line to enter the monument without any hassle. Follow your guide as they take you around the mosque.
Admire the Prayer Hall, the Mihrab, and the famous red and white arches, and take pictures as you go around. Your guide will tell you about the different expansions of the building, and all the hidden details of the architecture.
Next, join a walking tour around the historical Jewish Quarter, a must-do when in Córdoba. Start in Calleja de la Hoguera, where your guide will discuss the Jewish heritage of the area and its importance in the city's development.
Stroll around the El Zoco artisans market, the picturesque Plaza del Cardenal Salazar, and the narrow Calleja de la luna. See the souk, the Chapel of Saint Bartholomew, and the statue of one of the most important thinkers in the world: Maimónides.
Also, head inside the Synagogue, one of the best-preserved in Spain.
Highlights
- Explore the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba on a tour with a certified guide
- Learn about the history of Spain under Moorish rule
- Choose between a shared or private tour
- Enjoy the benefit of a monolingual guide who won't switch between languages
- Discover the Jewish Quarter and the Córdoba Synagogue on a guided walking tour
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children under 10 will not be provided with audio equipment
• You will not be able to stay inside the Mosque-Cathedral after the guided tour
• This activity is suitable for wheelchair users as there are no stairs during the tour, but the ground is uneven in several places
• The Synagogue is closed on Mondays so it won't be possible to visit it on this day, but you will be able to see it from the outside
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
We’re enforcing extra health and safety measures for GetYourGuide Originals
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
• Meet at Puerta del Perdón, the main entrance of the Mosque-Cathedral, just below the Bell Tower. It is situated in front of a shop called "Artesania Los Patios"
• Look for a guide wearing GetYourGuide attire and holding a red GetYourGuide flag
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.
