Córdoba Medina Azahara

Unearth the splendor of Islamic Spain at the archaeological ruins of Córdoba's Medina Azahara. Explore this medieval palace-city with our guided tour and skip-the-line tickets. Dive into history and save up to 11% on your visit. Book your tickets now!

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Guided group tour at Medina Azahara, Córdoba, with historical arches in the background.

Medina Azahara arched entrance with stone carvings, Córdoba, Spain.

Entrance arches of the Hall of Abd al-Rahman III, Medina Azahara, Córdoba.

Interior arches and detailed wall design of Medina Azahara archaeological site.

Medina Azahara ruins with cypress trees in High Garden, Cordoba.

Palace of Medina Azahara arches near Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain.

Arched pillars and intricate carvings at Medina Azahara archaeological site in Córdoba, Spain.

Capitel with intricate carvings at Medina Azahara, Cordoba.

Medina Azahara ruins with arches and trees in Cordoba, Spain.

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Guided Tours

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Skip the long lines as you visit Medina Azahara, a 10th-century UNESCO-listed city built by the first Caliph of Cordoba.
Explore the House of Ya’far, the Grand Portico, and the Medina Azahara Museum with fascinating insights from an English or Spanish-speaking expert.
Walk among the city's ruins, part of which are now excavated, to understand this Western Islamic civilization better.
Upgrade your tickets to include seamless round-trip transfers from a fixed meeting point in Cordoba to avoid the hassle of a drive and finding parking.

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Skip the long lines as you visit Medina Azahara, a 10th-century UNESCO-listed city built by the first Caliph of Cordoba.
Explore the House of Ya’far, the Grand Portico, and the Medina Azahara Museum with fascinating insights from an English or Spanish-speaking expert.
Walk among the city's ruins, part of which are now excavated, to understand this Western Islamic civilization better.
Upgrade your tickets to include seamless round-trip transfers from a fixed meeting point in Cordoba to avoid the hassle of a drive and finding parking.

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€17.28

4% off

Illuminated ruins of Medina Azahara with archways and columns at dusk, Córdoba, Spain.

Group of tourists on a guided night tour at Medina Azahara, Córdoba.

Arched columns illuminated at night in Medina Azahara, Córdoba.

Guided night tour at Medina Azahara with visitors holding a Córdoba map.

Guided group exploring illuminated arches of Medina Azahara at night.

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Guided Tours

2 hr

Transfers included

Explore Medina Azahara, an important monument in Cordoba, the Caliphate capital of Al-Andalus, during a 2-hour guided night tour.
Discover the palace layout, from grand residences to the fortified Alcázar, the core of Medina Azahara's administration and defense.
Walk through courtyards once frequented by kings, decorated with fountains, gardens, and pools, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Choose the option with roundtrip transfers from Cordoba and forget the hassle of planning commutes!
Fun Facts: The name "Medina Azahara" translates to "the shining city," a nod to its opulent beauty and significance during the Caliphate.

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Explore Medina Azahara, an important monument in Cordoba, the Caliphate capital of Al-Andalus, during a 2-hour guided night tour.
Discover the palace layout, from grand residences to the fortified Alcázar, the core of Medina Azahara's administration and defense.
Walk through courtyards once frequented by kings, decorated with fountains, gardens, and pools, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Choose the option with roundtrip transfers from Cordoba and forget the hassle of planning commutes!
Fun Facts: The name "Medina Azahara" translates to "the shining city," a nod to its opulent beauty and significance during the Caliphate.

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€28

Cordoba Cathedral-Mosque at dusk and Medina Azahara arches illuminated at night.

Córdoba Cathedral-Mosque entrance with courtyard and palm trees.

Córdoba Cathedral-Mosque interior with red and white arches and columns.

Córdoba Cathedral-Mosque interior with arches and religious statue.

Mihrab of the Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral with intricate gold and blue mosaics.

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Combos

Flexible duration

Transfers included

Gain entry to Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral, a historic wonder that depicts the coexistence of different cultures with this combo tour.
The architecture showcases horseshoe arches and geometric patterns with Islamic inscriptions along with Baroque-choir halls and a bell tower– a former minaret.
Experience Medina Azahara's night tour showcasing the Caliph's palace, "Salón Rico," featuring stucco decorations and marble columns.
With roundtrip bus transfers from Cordoba and an informative guide to accompany you for 2 hours, learn all about the UNESCO-listed palace-city ruins.
Did you know that the Orange Tree Courtyard in the Cordoba Cathedral symbolizes paradise, reflecting the concept of the Islamic paradise as a lush garden?

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Gain entry to Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral, a historic wonder that depicts the coexistence of different cultures with this combo tour.
The architecture showcases horseshoe arches and geometric patterns with Islamic inscriptions along with Baroque-choir halls and a bell tower– a former minaret.
Experience Medina Azahara's night tour showcasing the Caliph's palace, "Salón Rico," featuring stucco decorations and marble columns.
With roundtrip bus transfers from Cordoba and an informative guide to accompany you for 2 hours, learn all about the UNESCO-listed palace-city ruins.
Did you know that the Orange Tree Courtyard in the Cordoba Cathedral symbolizes paradise, reflecting the concept of the Islamic paradise as a lush garden?