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Itineraries for Visiting Córdoba

Whether you have a single day or a long weekend, we have the itinerary for you. Compare our programs and choose the one that fits your pace.

Which itinerary to choose?

1 Day 2 Days Popular 3 Days Weekend
UNESCO sites 3 4 4 3-4
Monuments 6 10+ 15+ 8-10
Medina Azahara — Optional ✓ —
Viana Palace — ✓ ✓ ✓
Entrance budget ~20€ ~30€ ~40€ ~25€
Pace Intense Balanced Relaxed Balanced
Ideal for Stopover, transit First visit Full exploration Fri-Sun

Detailed itineraries

1D

Córdoba in 1 day

The essentials in one intense day: Mezquita, Judería, Alcázar, and the Roman Bridge. Perfect for a stopover between Seville and Madrid.

  • • Mezquita and Judería in the morning
  • • Alcázar and river in the afternoon
  • • Dinner at a traditional tavern
Budget: ~€20 entry fees View itinerary →
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2D

Visiting Córdoba in 2 days

The ideal itinerary for a first visit. Enough time to see everything without rushing, with stops to enjoy the local cuisine.

  • • Day 1: Mezquita, Judería, Alcázar
  • • Day 2: Viana Palace, San Basilio
  • • Medina Azahara option
Budget: ~€30 entry fees View itinerary →
3D

3-day itinerary

The complete program to discover everything: all 4 UNESCO sites, authentic neighborhoods, and an excursion to Medina Azahara.

  • • Day 1: Historic center
  • • Day 2: Northern neighborhoods + Medina Azahara
  • • Day 3: San Basilio and museums
Budget: ~€40 entry fees View itinerary →
W-E

Weekend in Córdoba

Friday evening to Sunday: arrive, discover the highlights, and leave with lasting memories.

  • • Fri: Arrival and first dinner
  • • Sat: Mezquita, Judería, Alcázar
  • • Sun: Patios and departure
Budget: ~€25 entry fees View itinerary →

Excursions to/from Córdoba

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From Madrid by AVE

1h45 by high-speed train from Madrid Atocha. Complete one-day program, comparison of the 4 operators (Renfe, iryo, OUIGO, AVLO) and detailed budget.

🚄 AVE: from €7 ⏱️ Journey: 1h45 📍 30+ trains/day
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From Seville

45 minutes by AVE from Seville. Discover how to organize a perfect day in Córdoba from the Andalusian capital.

🚄 AVE train: €7-25 ⏱️ Journey: 45 min 🗺️ Recommended stop: Carmona
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To Granada

2h30 by bus or train. Extend your Andalusian trip with an excursion to Granada to visit the Alhambra and the Albaicín.

🚌 Bus/Train: €15-40 ⏱️ Journey: 2h30 🏰 Alhambra included
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Which itinerary for your travel style?

In transit

Stopping over between Madrid and Seville? The AVE journey takes just 45 min from Seville.

→ 1-day itinerary → AVE guide from Madrid

First visit

Discovering Córdoba for the first time? 2 days lets you see the essentials without rushing.

→ 2-day itinerary

History lover

Want to explore all 4 UNESCO sites, including Medina Azahara? Plan 3 full days.

→ 3-day itinerary

As a couple

Romantic escape from Friday to Sunday? Our weekend program is perfect for you.

→ Weekend in Córdoba

Foodie

Want to take time to taste every local specialty? 3 days leave more room for culinary stops.

→ 3-day itinerary

Efficient traveler

Short on time but want to make the most of your visit? Our 1-day itinerary is optimized for you.

→ 1-day itinerary

Plan your visit

Once you've chosen your itinerary, consult our practical guides to organize your stay.

Practical info Food guide All monuments