About this experience
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Cordoba provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore its famous landmarks and attractions, including the Baths of the Caliphates, the Mosque, Plaza de las Tendillas, Mercado Victoria, and Almodovar Gate. The tour covers multiple routes and stops, allowing you to explore at your own pace. With audio guides available in multiple languages, you can learn about its rich history and culture as you travel.
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What to expect
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Red Route — Stop 1: Panorámica del Río
Start with sweeping views over the Guadalquivir river before the route winds through the city's parks and neighbourhoods.
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Red Route — Stops 2–4: Jardín Botánico, Ciudad de los Niños, San Basilio
Pass the Botanical Garden and Zoo, the children's park, and the quiet whitewashed lanes of the San Basilio quarter.
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Red Route — Stop 5: Puerta de Almodovar
Alight at one of the best-preserved Moorish gates in Andalusia, marking the western entrance to the old Jewish Quarter.
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Red Route — Stop 6: Mercado de la Victoria
A short walk from the bus brings you to Cordoba's covered gourmet market — ideal for a mid-tour break.
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Red Route — Stops 7–15: City Centre Loop
The route threads through Gran Capitán, the train and bus station, Palacio de la Merced, Santa Marina, Plaza Corazón de María, San Lorenzo, Realejo and the Roman Temple beside the Town Hall.
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Red Route — Stop 16: Puente Romano
The Roman Bridge stop is the meeting point for the nightly Judería walking tour and offers one of the city's most photographed vistas.
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Red Route — Stop 17: Baños Califales – Alcázar
The final Red stop sits beside the Caliphal Baths and the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, where the Blue route also begins.
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Blue Route — Stops 1–2: Alcázar & Mezquita-Catedral
The Blue route opens at the Alcázar gardens before looping to the Mezquita-Catedral, Cordoba's unmissable centrepiece.
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Blue Route — Stops 3–6: San Pedro, Realejo, Palacio de Viana, Palacio de la Merced
Quieter residential stops lead to the Renaissance courtyards of the Palacio de Viana — worth a hop-off in its own right.
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Blue Route — Stops 7–10: Roman Temple, Plaza de las Tendillas, Arco del Portillo, Panorámica del Río
The Blue route closes the loop through the civic heart of the city and back to the riverside panorama where both routes connect.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
Meeting point
Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, Calle Caballerizas Reales, Córdoba, Spain
You can board at any designated stop on either the Red or Blue route — there is no obligation to start at the main stop. Present your mobile ticket to the driver when boarding. For the Judería walking tour, head to Stop 16 on the Red route (Puente Romano) by 7 PM.
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- Your mobile ticket (screenshot or live screen accepted)
- Sun protection — the upper deck is open-air
- A light layer for the evening walking tour
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. A mobile ticket on your phone screen is accepted when boarding. There is nothing to print.
Where do I board the bus?
You can join at any of the 27 designated stops across the Red and Blue routes. The main boarding point is near the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, but there is no requirement to start there.
How often does the bus run?
Departure times and frequency can vary by season and day. Check the City Sightseeing Cordoba official website for current timetables and daily operating hours before you travel.
Is the Judería walking tour included in my ticket?
Yes. The one-hour walking tour of the Jewish Quarter is included and departs at 7 PM from the Puente Romano stop (Stop 16 on the Red route). It is available in English and Spanish only.
My child is under 5 — do I need to buy them a ticket?
Children under 5 travel free of charge. Note that they are not entitled to a dedicated seat, so they will need to sit on a parent or guardian's lap.
Can I use both the Red and Blue routes on the same ticket?
Yes. A single 24-hour ticket gives you unlimited rides on both routes for the duration of your pass.
City Sightseeing
City Sightseeing is a global hop-on hop-off operator running open-top bus tours in over 100 cities worldwide, known for consistent route coverage and multilingual commentary.