Do you want to visit Córdoba and spend as little as possible?
Then follow this Top 15 of free visits, museums and activities to do in Córdoba that we have created for you to enjoy without breaking the bank.
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Stroll through the wonderful streets of the Jewish Quarter (la Juderia)
We recommend that you begin your visit to the beautiful city of Córdoba with its historical epicenter: the Jewish Quarter (now called Juderia)
This magnificent neighborhood is a Unesco World Heritage Site. In the Juderia you will find almost all the great monuments of the city, including the mythical Alcazar and the famous Cathedral Mosque. But beyond these famous monuments, the neighborhood also attracts by the charm of its streets. So, we really advise you to enjoy a pleasant stroll through the charming Jewish quarter of Cordoba.
Free visit to the Mosque-Cathedral in Cordoba
A stop at the Mosque-Cathedral is a must in Cordoba! This exceptionally beautiful monument alone sums up the complex history of the city of Cordoba. Built in 785 on the ruins of a church by the Muslim conquistadors, it underwent another modification following the Christian reconquest
Indeed, a cathedral will be erected inside the majestic mosque, thus revealing an unusual architectural mixture. We really recommend you to go there to admire for free, from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30, the beauty of this exceptional monument of Cordoba.
Practical information :
Address: Calle Cardenal Herrero, 1, 14003 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://mezquita-catedraldecordoba.es/fr/.
Free visit to the Alcazar, Christian Kings in Cordoba
Open to the general public every Thursday from 12:00 to 14:00, the Alcázar is one of the most emblematic monuments of Cordoba. Its architectural style is also a reminder of the historical and cultural trajectory of the Andalusian city
The construction of the Alcazar is strongly inspired by Mudejar architecture. In fact, this exquisitely beautiful complex was built in the 14th century on the ruins of a Moorish fortress. We really recommend the halls of this castle, its gardens, its walls and especially to remember the Arab baths.
Practical information :
Address: Plaza Campo Santo de los Mártires, s/n, 14004 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://alcazardelosreyescristianos.cordoba.es//?id=3.
A walk along the Roman bridge
The Roman Bridge is another monument in Córdoba that is well worth a visit. Filled with history, this bridge was built by the Romans (in the first century BC)
The “puente viejo”, as it is affectionately called by the locals, has undergone several renovations, especially during the passage of the Muslims and the Christian reconquest. We really recommend a romantic walk along the Roman bridge while revisiting 20 centuries of history, perched above the Guadalquivir River.
Practical information :
Address: Av. del Alcázar, s/n, 14003 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://www.turismodecordoba.org/puente-romano.
Discover the Royal Stables of Cordoba
If you love horses and horseback riding, then we really recommend you visit the magnificent Royal Stables of Cordoba. They were built on the grounds of the Alcazar in 1570 at the instigation of King Philip II. The latter asked the marquis Diego Lopez de Haro y Sotomayor to build stables for the best mares in Andalusia. Today, you will find the most beautiful breed of Andalusian horses in Cordoba. You can visit these architecturally exceptional stables for free. Equestrian shows are regularly held here. But, to attend them, you will have to pay 15 euros.
Practical information :
Address: Calle Caballerizas Reales, 1, 14004 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://www.cordobaecuestre.com/.
Relax in the Plaza de las Tendillas
The famous Plaza de las Tendillas is a favorite spot for Cordobans and tourists looking to relax. Located in the center of the city of Córdoba, this square attracts visitors with its fountains, terraces and exquisite flowers. It is simply the ideal setting to enjoy with family, friends or lovers the intoxicating glow of the Cordovan sun.
Practical information :
Address: 14002 Cordoba Spain.
Website: https: //www.turismodecordoba.org/place-des-tendillas.
La Casa Arabe
If you come to Cordoba to discover the culture, history and Arab architecture of the city, then we really recommend you make a quick detour to the Casa Arabe. Composed of 5 houses, this Moorish-style property is located right next to the Mezquita. Inside its magnificent courtyards, you can contemplate this museum in Cordoba for free with photographs, sculptures, paintings, comics tracing the richness of Arab and Andalusian culture.
Practical information :
Address: Calle Samuel de los Santos y Gener, 9, 14003 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://www.casaarabe.es/.
Free visit to the Roman temple
We also recommend that you include the majestic Roman temple on your list of places to visit in Cordoba. A building of exceptional beauty, built entirely of marble, the Roman temple once served as a place of worship. The imposing construction is escorted by 12 fluted columns. Even if unfortunately you can’t access the interior of the site, contemplating the architectural beauty of the Roman temple is well worth the detour.
Practical information :
Address: Calle Capitulares, 1, 14002 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://www.turismodecordoba.org/templo-romano-de-cordoba.
The Museum of Fine Arts to see for free in Cordoba
Cordoba is a city with an impressive cultural and historical wealth. And, in order to get to know all the treasures of Cordoba’s culture, there is nothing better than to visit the city’s main museums. We really recommend that you start your visit at the Museum of Fine Arts. This magnificent museum is located in the Plaza del Potro. It is the perfect place to contemplate sumptuous works of art dating from the 14th to the 18th century.
Practical information :
Address: Plaza del Potro, 1, 14002 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: http://www.museosdeandalucia.es/web/museosdeandalucia.
The Archaeological and Ethnological Museum
We continue our review of Cordoba’s museums with the Archaeology and Ethnology Museum. This museum relates the history of the city of Córdoba from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages. You will notice that a great deal of space is given to the contribution of the Muslim culture in the remains exposed in the Museum of Archaeology. We really advise you to visit this museum for free and with your family.
Practical information
Address: Plaza de Jerónimo Páez, 7, 14003 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: http: //www.museosdeandalucia.es/web/museoarqueologicodecordoba.
The Diocesan Museum
While the Archaeology Museum focuses on Muslim culture, this one emphasizes the importance of the Catholic Church in the history of Cordoba. Perched on the second floor of the Episcopal Palace (Palacio Episcopal), this museum houses a large collection of works of art dedicated to the Catholic Church of Cordoba. You can consult everything for free!
Practical information :
Address: Calle Torrijos, 12, 14004 Córdoba.
Website: https://www.turismodecordoba.org/musee-diocesain-palais-episcopal.
Arte Sobre Piel Museum
We end our tour of the museums of Cordoba Arte Sobre Piel. Located a few blocks from the Mosque-Cathedral, the Arte Sobre Piel Museum is dedicated to the era of the Cordoba Caliphate, dating from the 20th century. We really recommend visiting all of these museums for free to learn all about the history of the city of Cordoba.
Address: Plaza Agrupación de Cofradías, 2. 14003 Córdoba.
Website: https://www.artencordoba.com/casa-ramon-garcia-romero-cordoba-arte-sobre-piel/.
Visit to the Synagogue of Cordoba
The city of Córdoba has the distinction of housing the only synagogue in Andalusia. Located in the Juderia, the synagogue served as a temple until the expulsion of the Jews. Then it was used as a school and hospital. Today, it occupies a prominent place among the monuments of the Cordovan city. We really recommend you to go and contemplate the beauty of the synagogue. Please note that access to the site is exclusively for European citizens.
Practical information:
Address: Calle Judíos, 20, 14004 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https://www.turismodecordoba.org/.
To meditate in the chapel of San Bartolomé
Near the synagogue, you will come across the magnificent chapel of San Bartolomé. Built in the 14th century, this chapel is the perfect representation of the beauty of Mudejar architecture. You will certainly be subjugated, once inside, by its sublime nave and its impressive walls decorated with earthenware tiles.
Practical information:
Address: University of Cordoba, Calle Averroes, S/N, 14004 Cordoba, Spain.
Website: https: //www.manmaku.es/capillamudejar/index.html.
Discovery of the Calahorra Tower
We close our review of the best free things to do in Córdoba with a visit to the Calahorra Tower. A majestic building, officially declared an artistic historical monument, the Calahorra Tower now houses the Al-Andalus Museum. We really recommend going there to learn more about the coexistence between Christians, Jews and Muslims in Cordoba.
Practical information:
Address: s/n Puente Romano, 14009 Córdoba, Spain.
Website: https: //www.torrecalahorra.es/.
Conclusion
Córdoba is a beautiful city that promises you an idyllic stay, for free! We really hope that our selection of the 15 best activities to experience for free in Córdoba will help you prepare your trip to the sublime Andalusian city. All that’s left is for you to take off for Cordoba!
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