Cordoba: Mosque-Cathedral & Jewish Quarter Private Group
ID: GYG127034-188669
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Visit the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and enjoy a guided tour of the Jewish quarter on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the history of the mosque built in the 8th century and then turned into a Catholic cathedral in the 13th century.
Explore Cordoba’s Mosque-Cathedral, one of the most visited monuments in Spain. Its construction began in the 8th century and became the second largest mosque in the world.
On this 2-hour guided tour, discover the interior which features a forest of columns along with double arches, the maqsurah, the mihrab and the impressive chorus located close to the mayor chapel. In the 13th century, under Ferdinand III, the mosque was converted into a Catholic cathedral.
In addition, you’ll tour the city’s historic Jewish quarter. Located near the Mosque-Cathedral, it is one of the most visited areas in Cordoba. See the synagogue, the Jewish Street, the Arabic Market (Zoco) and the bronze statue of Maimonides.
Highlights
- Tour the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, one of the most visited monuments in Spain
- Explore the city’s historic Jewish quarter
- Learn about Cordoba’s history from a knowledgeable professional guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Groups up to 50 persons
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Patio de los Naranjos, next to the audio guide ticket office.
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.
