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Hammam Al-Ándalus Córdoba: prices, packages, and what to expect
The Arab bath tradition that Córdoba's Umayyad Caliphate carried for three centuries is still here, on a side street in the Judería. Hammam Al-Ándalus runs daily sessions in a 10th-century-style space with caldarium, tepidarium, frigidarium, and steam room. Entry from €35. Advance booking is not a formality.
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Hammam Al-Ándalus sits on Calle Corregidor Luis de la Cerda, a short walk from the Mezquita. The building follows the classical Arab bath layout: a sequence of rooms at increasing temperatures, star-shaped light openings in the vaulted ceiling, and marble surfaces that hold the warmth. Sessions run from 10:00 to 23:59 daily, with the last entry around 22:30.
This is not a hotel spa. The hammam runs on a session model with limited capacity per time slot. Booking in advance is mandatory, and evening slots fill days ahead, particularly on weekends. The thermal circuit alone runs 75 minutes. With a massage package, plan for 90 to 120 minutes plus time to change and decompress.
The Hammam Al-Ándalus monument page has the full historical context if that is what you came for. This guide is practical: prices, packages, what to bring, and how to get there.
At a glance
- Thermal circuit
- From €35 per person
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–23:59 · Last session ~22:30
- Booking
- Advance booking required · 24–48h minimumBook now
- Session duration
- 75 min (circuit) · 90–120 min with massage
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Prices & packages
Hammam Al-Ándalus sells four options. The base entry is the thermal circuit only, which gives you 75 minutes in the hot, warm, and cold rooms plus the steam room. The other three add treatments on top: a short massage, a longer massage, or the full Midra package with kessa scrub and massage. Prices shown are approximate; confirm on the official site before booking, as rates vary by season.
| Package | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal circuit only | From €35 | 75 min · caldarium, tepidarium, frigidarium, steam room · towel |
| Mimma 15 | See website | Thermal circuit + 15-min massage · 90 min total |
| Mimma 30 | See website | Thermal circuit + 30-min massage · 105 min total |
| Midra 30 Most popular | See website | Thermal circuit + kessa scrub + 30-min massage · 120 min total · the complete traditional experience |
Where to book
Book direct at cordoba.hammamalandalus.com for the widest choice of time slots and the most up-to-date prices. GetYourGuide lists the thermal circuit entry with free cancellation, which is useful if your plans might change.
Evening sessions from 18:00 fill several days in advance on weekends and during Semana Santa, Patios Festival, and summer.
The Midra 30 is the best-value package for a first visit. The kessa scrub is what makes the difference between a spa circuit and a traditional hammam.
The thermal circuit
The thermal circuit is self-paced. You move through four spaces at your own rhythm, spending as long as you want in each. Most people do two or three cycles of hot-warm-cold within the 75 minutes. There is no set order, but the sequence below is how most experienced visitors approach it.
Tepidarium (warm room)
Start here, not in the caldarium. The tepidarium runs at a moderate temperature and lets your body adjust before the heat. Muscles begin to loosen within a few minutes. The marble benches and low lighting are the same as in the other rooms; the silence is a common feature throughout the whole circuit.
Caldarium (hot room)
The caldarium is the core of the hammam experience. High heat induces sweating, opens the pores, and produces the deep relaxation that no massage alone achieves. Spend 10 to 15 minutes here before moving on. If you booked the Midra 30, the kessa scrub works best after time in the caldarium because the heat has softened the skin.
Baño de vapor (steam room)
The eucalyptus steam room runs at high humidity rather than dry heat. The scent is immediate. Three to five minutes here is enough for most people; the eucalyptus can feel intense. This room is typically quieter than the caldarium and a good place to pause between cycles.
Frigidarium (cold plunge)
The cold pool closes the pores, tightens the skin, and produces a jolt of alertness that makes the subsequent return to the warm rooms feel even more effective. First-timers hesitate at the edge. Go in fully and quickly. The shock passes in about 20 seconds. This contrast cycle is what makes a traditional hammam different from a sauna, and why regular visitors say the circuit leaves them feeling genuinely different afterward.
The kessa scrub (Midra 30 package)
The kessa is a traditional exfoliating treatment from North African hammam culture. After the hot rooms have opened the pores, a therapist uses a coarse kessa glove to remove dead skin cells from the whole body. The sensation is vigorous, not painful. The result is immediately visible: skin that looked dull going in comes out noticeably smoother. This is the treatment that has been performed in Moroccan and Andalusian hammams for over a thousand years, and it is the main reason the Midra 30 is the package most visitors choose on return visits.
The Hammam Al-Ándalus thermal circuit in Córdoba. The star-shaped ceiling openings are a direct reference to the Umayyad hammams that stood in this city during the 10th-century Caliphate.
Booking your visit
Hammam Al-Ándalus works on fixed sessions with a set number of places per slot. Once a session is full, it is closed. There is no walk-in option. Booking in advance is how you secure a place, not just a nice-to-have.
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Book at least 24 to 48 hours ahead
This is the minimum. For peak periods (Easter week, the Patios Festival in May, July and August weekends), book several days in advance. Evening slots after 18:00 are the first to go.
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Morning slots are quieter; evenings are fuller and more social
Sessions between 10:00 and 14:00 tend to have fewer people in the thermal rooms, which means more space at the marble benches and quieter pools. Evening sessions attract couples and groups, the atmosphere is warmer, but the rooms are fuller. Both are good; pick the experience you want.
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Direct booking versus GetYourGuide
Booking direct at cordoba.hammamalandalus.com gives you the widest selection of time slots and direct contact with the hammam for any questions. GetYourGuide offers free cancellation on the thermal circuit entry, which is worth the marginal difference if your travel dates are uncertain.
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Plan 2 to 3 hours in total
The circuit is 75 minutes. Add 15 minutes to change in, 15 minutes to change out, and at least 15 minutes in the rest area after. Rushing through the hammam and straight back out defeats the purpose. Build in the time.
Dress code & what to bring
A bathing suit is mandatory under Spanish health regulations. This applies to everyone in the thermal area. You can bring your own or rent one on-site. There are no exceptions.
What is provided
Towels are included. The hammam also supplies relaxation area slippers. Locker space is available for your belongings.
What to bring
Your own bathing suit (or pay to rent on-site). Flip-flops for the changing room if you prefer. A change of underwear for after. That is all.
Makeup and products
Do not enter the thermal area with makeup on. The hammam asks that you remove it before going in, or arrive without it. Hairbands are useful if you have long hair.
Arrival time
Arrive 15 minutes before your session. Late arrivals do not extend the circuit time; your slot ends at the scheduled finish regardless of when you enter.
Contraindications
The hammam does not recommend the thermal circuit for people who are pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart conditions, or have had recent surgery. The temperature changes between hot and cold rooms place cardiovascular stress on the body. Consult your doctor if in doubt.
Quiet spaces
The hammam maintains a calm atmosphere throughout. Noise is kept low. Phones stay in the locker.
Getting there
Address
Calle Corregidor Luis de la Cerda, 51, 14003 Córdoba
Phone
+34 957 48 47 46
Getting there on foot
The hammam is a 3-minute walk from the Mezquita and less than 5 minutes from the Judería. The street is pedestrianised; you approach on foot from the historic centre side.
Parking
The area around the Mezquita and Judería is pedestrianised for tourists. Park at Parking Colón or Parking Alcázar Viejo and walk in. Both are under 10 minutes on foot.
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Combine with
The hammam pairs naturally with an afternoon in the Judería before your session, or with a dinner in the old town after. It also appears in the Romantic Córdoba guide as one of the city's best couples' experiences.
Planning multiple Córdoba sites?
For tickets and passes covering the Mezquita, Alcázar, Medina Azahara, and other monuments in a single visit, see the Córdoba passes & tickets guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hammam Al-Ándalus cost?
The thermal circuit alone starts from €35 per person. The Mimma 15 package (circuit plus a 15-minute massage) costs more; the Mimma 30 adds a 30-minute massage. The Midra 30 package, which includes the thermal circuit, a kessa exfoliating scrub, and a 30-minute massage, is the most complete option. Check the official site at cordoba.hammamalandalus.com for current prices before booking, as rates can vary by season and availability.
Do I need to book Hammam Al-Ándalus in advance?
Yes. Hammam Al-Ándalus operates on a session basis with limited capacity, so advance booking is mandatory, not optional. Book at least 24 to 48 hours ahead. Evening slots after 18:00 fill first, often days in advance. Book at cordoba.hammamalandalus.com or through GetYourGuide for free cancellation flexibility.
What is included in the thermal circuit?
The thermal circuit gives you 75 minutes of self-paced access to the caldarium (hot room), tepidarium (warm room), frigidarium (cold plunge), and the eucalyptus steam room. Towels are provided. The circuit is self-guided, meaning you move through the rooms at your own pace and spend as long as you like in each. Massages and the kessa scrub are separate add-ons available through the Mimma and Midra packages.
What is a kessa scrub?
The kessa is a traditional exfoliating treatment from North African hammam culture. A therapist uses a kessa glove (a coarse mitt) to scrub away dead skin cells, typically after the thermal circuit has opened your pores in the hot rooms. The treatment is vigorous but not painful. It leaves skin noticeably smoother and is the oldest hammam ritual after the thermal baths themselves. It is included in the Midra 30 package.
What should I bring to Hammam Al-Ándalus?
A bathing suit is mandatory under Spanish health regulations. Hammam Al-Ándalus provides towels, but you can bring your own if you prefer. Leave makeup off before entering, or remove it on arrival. Sandals or flip-flops are useful for the changing area. Arrive 15 minutes before your session time to change and go through the welcome briefing.
How long does a visit take?
The thermal circuit lasts 75 minutes. Packages with a massage run 90 to 120 minutes depending on the treatment length. Add 15 minutes before for changing in and another 10 to 15 minutes after to change out and decompress. Most visitors plan for 2 to 3 hours total, which gives you time to relax in the rest area after the circuit without rushing.
Who should not visit Hammam Al-Ándalus?
The hammam recommends avoiding the thermal circuit if you are pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart conditions, or have had recent surgery. The temperature changes between hot and cold rooms put stress on the cardiovascular system. If you have doubts, consult your doctor before booking. Children's access may be restricted depending on age; check with the hammam directly.
Ready to book your hammam session?
Evening slots fill first and sessions sell out during peak season. Book now to secure your preferred time, or choose the Midra 30 package for the full traditional hammam experience.
Free cancellation on GYG entry tickets. Direct booking available at cordoba.hammamalandalus.com.
Further reading
Sources & official information
- Hammam Al-Ándalus Córdoba: Official booking site (opens in a new tab)
Session booking, package prices, timetables, and contact information for the Córdoba location
- Turismo de Córdoba — Hammam Al-Ándalus (opens in a new tab)
Official visitor information from the Córdoba tourism authority
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