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25 Things to Do in Cordoba Spain, Bucket List Experiences

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Top Things to Do in Cordoba Spain

If you are planning a trip to Cordoba Spain and looking for the best things to do, see and eat while visiting, you are in the right place.  Cordoba is referred to as the Pearl of Moorish Spain. The city is known for its whitewashed Jewish quarter of twisting alleys, flower-adorned patios, dancing horses, Alcazar, and candy cane mosque. Browse the list of must-see attractions, off-the-beaten-path experiences, outdoor activities, and museums to create your personal Cordoba Spain bucket list. Then, plan the itinerary for your Cordoba Spain trip with these top things to do, see, and eat. Enjoy your time out of the office!

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Alcázar

Things to Do in and Around Cordoba Spain

Explore the Alcázar of Córdoba Gardens and check out the Christopher Columbus Statue

Visit the 12 patios of Palacio de Viana

Take a walk along the Guadalquivir River and photograph the Roman Bridge at sunset

Wander the alleyways of the Jewish Quarter

Explore the candy cane striped Great Mosque

Mosque of Córdoba Things to do Cordoba Spain

Climb the Mezquita belltower for views of the Jewish Quarter

Stroll Calleja de las Flores (the little street of flowers)

Stop in Sanchez Pena Market at Plaza de la Corredera

Photograph the Palacio de la Merced

Visit the Museo Taurino (bullfighting museum)

Eat flamenquin (roulade of pork loin and jamón that is breaded and fried)

Wander the Patios Cordobeses

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Patios of Cordoba Spain

Stop for coffee and el pastel cordobas (puff pastry)

Enjoy tapas and sangria at Plaza de las Tendillas

Experience Andalusian life at Casa de las Cabezas or Casa Andalusi

Take the rooftops and tapas tour

Have a rooftop cocktail with a view at Balcon De Cordoba Hotel

Watch the Andalusian horses dance at the Royal Stables

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Royal Stables

Watch a Flamenco show

Experience an Arabic bath at Hammam Al Andalus

Eat salmorejo (cold tomato soup)

Explore the Royal Botanical Gardens

Photograph the monument of Manolete in Plaza del Conde Priego

Visit a Hookah Bar

Grab lunch at Mercado Victoria

Be sure to check the Cordoba Spain Tourism Board website for upcoming festivals, special events, and what’s happening during your stay.

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