Prices 2026
Córdoba passes & tickets
Every entrance price, every free slot, and an honest verdict on whether the Bono Turístico is worth your €10.
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María Fernanda González Ten years covering Córdoba's UNESCO heritage sites, sourcing from Junta de Andalucía documentation.
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€15
Mezquita (adult)
€10
Bono Turístico
Free
Mezquita 8:30–9:30am
Bono Turístico de Córdoba
Córdoba's municipal pass covers the Alcázar, the Caliphal Baths, and a handful of smaller sites. Whether it makes sense for you depends entirely on what you plan to visit.
Included in the Bono Turístico (€10)
- • Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs (€5 separately)
- • Caliphal Baths (€2.50 separately)
- • Bullfighting Museum (€4.50 separately)
- • Other included municipal spaces
Saving: The pass costs €10 versus €12+ bought separately. The saving is modest, but it avoids queuing at ticket desks.
Where to buy it
- • Tourist Office (Plaza de las Tendillas)
- • Ticket desks at the Alcázar and included monuments
- • Valid for 48 hours after first scan
Note: The Mezquita, Viana Palace and Medina Azahara are not included in the Bono Turístico (they are private or regional sites, not municipal ones).
Worth buying if you're visiting the Alcázar plus at least one other included site. Buying separately costs €12+.
Skip it if the Mezquita, Viana Palace or Medina Azahara are your main monuments: none are included.
Mezquita-Cathedral
2026 prices
Adult €15
Child (10–14 years) €8
Under 10s Free
Bell tower (Alminar) €4 (supplement)
Night visit €18
Patio de los Naranjos Free
Free entry and tips
Free admission
Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30am (excluding public holidays and certain dates). Arrive by 8:15am to be among the first. The slot is limited to 1 hour.
Booking tips
- • High season (Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct): book at mezquita-cathedraldecordoba.es
- • Same-day tickets often sell out before 11am in high season
- • Queues can exceed 1 hour without a booking
- • The 8:30–10am slot is quietest
High season (Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct): same-day slots sell out before 11am. Book before you travel.
Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs
Prices
Adult €5
Concession (students, seniors) €2.50
Under 14s Free
Evening show (summer) €6
Free entry
- Free Thursday from 12 to 2:30pm (excluding public holidays)
- Free Under-14s accompanied by an adult
- Included In the Bono Turístico (€10)
Medina Azahara
Prices
EU residents Free
Non-EU visitors €3
Shuttle bus (return) €2.50
Practical information
- • Located 8 km from Córdoba city centre
- • Shuttle bus from Paseo de la Victoria (check timetables)
- • Booking recommended: medinaazahara.org
- • Allow 2–3 hours for a complete visit
Daily capacity is limited. Spring and autumn slots fill weeks ahead — book early.
Other monuments and prices
Viana Palace
Patios + museum: €8
Patios only: €5
12 patios and gardens, art collections
Synagogue
EU residents: Free
Non-EU visitors: €0.75
One of only 3 medieval synagogues in Spain
Royal Stables
Visit: Free
Equestrian show: €15–18.50
Pure Spanish breed horses
Price summary
| Monument | Adult | Concession | Free |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezquita | €15 | €8 (10–14 years) | <10 years, Mon–Sat 8:30–9:30am |
| Alcázar | €5 | €2.50 | <14 years, Thu 12–2:30pm |
| Medina Azahara | €3 | – | EU residents |
| Viana Palace | €8 | €5 (patios only) | – |
| Tower of Calahorra | €4.50 | €3 | – |
| Synagogue | €0.75 | – | EU residents |
| Roman Bridge | Free (24/7) | ||
Do I need to book in advance?
Short answer: yes for the Mezquita and Medina Azahara, optional everywhere else.
| Monument | Booking | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Mezquita-Cathedral | Required in peak season | 1–2 weeks (Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct). Same-day slots sell out before 11am. |
| Medina Azahara | Strongly recommended | 1 week minimum in spring and autumn. Daily capacity limits fill weeks ahead. |
| Alcázar | Recommended | 1–3 days. Online booking saves queuing; rarely fully sold out. |
| Viana Palace | Optional | Walk-in available year-round. |
| Synagogue / Calahorra Tower / Roman Bridge | Not needed | Purchase at the door or free entry. |
Tips for saving money
Morning free slots
- • Mezquita: Mon–Sat 8:30–9:30am (saving €15)
- • Alcázar: Thu 12–2:30pm (saving €5)
- • Synagogue: free for EU residents
- • Medina Azahara: free for EU residents
Cards and discounts
- • Bono Turístico (€10): Alcázar + Caliphal Baths + museums
- • International student card: discounts at most museums
- • Seniors 65+: frequent reduced rates
- • Families: free for children at most sites
Strategic timing
- • Book AVE train tickets 90 days ahead for Promo fares
- • Visit in low season (January–March, November) for smaller crowds
- • Avoid Holy Week and the Festival of Patios (May) on a tight budget
Free visits
- • Judería: free to stroll through the old Jewish quarter
- • San Basilio: patio neighbourhood
- • Roman Bridge: panoramic views 24/7
- • Free tour: tip-based guided walk
Stretching your visit budget further? The Córdoba on a budget guide covers every free monument, neighbourhood, and experience.
Budgeting across hotels, restaurants, and transport too? The Córdoba travel cost guide has the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a tourist pass for Córdoba?
Yes, the Bono Turístico de Córdoba costs €10 and covers the Alcázar, the Caliphal Baths and other municipal monuments. Buy it at the Tourist Office (Plaza de las Tendillas) or at any included monument's ticket desk. Note: the Mezquita, Viana Palace and Medina Azahara are not included.
Is the Bono Turístico worth it?
Worth buying if you plan to visit the Alcázar plus at least one other included site (Caliphal Baths, Bullfighting Museum). Buying those separately costs €12+, versus €10 for the pass. Skip it if the Mezquita, Viana Palace or Medina Azahara are your main monuments: none are included.
How much does the Mezquita cost in 2026?
Entry to the Mezquita-Cathedral costs €15 for adults, €12 for concessions (students 15–26, seniors 65+), €8 for children aged 10–14, and is free for under-10s. The night visit costs €18. Free Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30am (excluding public holidays). The Patio de los Naranjos is always free.
Which monuments in Córdoba are free?
Several sites are free: the Roman Bridge (24/7), the Patio de los Naranjos at the Mezquita, the Synagogue (free for EU residents), the Alcázar on Thursdays from 12 to 2:30pm, the Royal Stables on certain days. The historic neighbourhoods (Judería, San Basilio) are free to explore.
Can I buy Córdoba monument tickets at the door?
For most monuments, yes. The Mezquita is the exception: it sells out same-day before 11am in peak season (April–June, September–October), and Medina Azahara has daily capacity limits that fill weeks ahead in spring. Book both online in advance. The Alcázar and Tower of Calahorra rarely sell out and can be bought at the door, though online booking saves queuing time.
Should I book Córdoba tickets in advance?
For the Mezquita: strongly recommended in high season (April–June, September–October); same-day tickets often sell out before 11am. For Medina Azahara: book at least a week ahead in spring and autumn. For the Alcázar and other monuments: recommended but rarely sold out.
Ready to book?
Skip the ticket queues at every major monument. Free cancellation on most tours.
Prefer self-guided? The free entry slots are built into the 1-day itinerary.
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Further reading
Official sources
- Mezquita-Cathedral of Córdoba (opens in a new tab)
Official site with prices and bookings for the Mosque-Cathedral
- Córdoba Tourism Office (opens in a new tab)
Information on the Bono Turístico and municipal monuments
- Medina Azahara – Official site (opens in a new tab)
Prices and booking for the UNESCO-listed archaeological site
- Junta de Andalucía – Heritage (opens in a new tab)
Ticket policies for regional Andalusian monuments