Day Trips to Córdoba from Seville

The Andalusian metropolis boasts three vital things for tourists: delicious gastronomy, the scene of different civilisations and an enviable transport network. Among the many things you can see and do in Seville, the Seville to Cordoba excursion stands out.

For this type of excursion you only need one day to visit the most emblematic places such as the Alcazar, the Mosque - Cordoba Cathedral, the Jewish Quarter and Carmona, on guided tours to suit your budget.

Tour Cordoba from head to toe on this day tour with transport included and accompanied by an expert guide. This type of experience usually starts at 9 am and takes you around the city for the whole day.

The tour will start in Seville and head to Cordoba, where you'll arrive in about an hour and a half.

Once at your destination, the official guide will show you the main streets of the city. With his explanations, you will understand much better what is hidden in the Palacio de la Merced, the Plaza de la Corredera, the Roman Temple, the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the Calahorra Tower.

Movie fact

Through the streets of Cordoba even Darth Vader and Anakin Skywalker came straight from Star Wars and during your tour you can take a picture on the Roman Bridge, one of the scenes of Game of Thrones.

Interesting details

• Price: from €87
• Duration: between 9 - 10 hours.
• Means of transport: private transport from Seville. Some of these tours give you the facility to arrive on your own by train, you can get tickets from €15.
• Pros: the convenience of the transfer included, local and specialised guide, groups of maximum 30 people, flexibility in schedules. Within the itinerary you'll have time to break for lunch, a stroll or a bit of shopping.
• Cons: Although groups are often between 10 and 15 people, they can be large, especially in high season.

This is one of the best tours and excursions from Seville. During the tour you will be able to see the Patios de San Basilio, the Castle of Almodovar del Rio, the Roman Bridge, the Mosque-Cathedral, the Calahorra Tower and the Synagogue.

The guided tour includes a visit to one of the iconic archaeological sites of Seville. This type of tour usually includes a stop along the way to discover all that the Sevillian town of Carmona has to offer.

In this town we usually visit the Archaeological Ensemble of Carmona, which consists of a necropolis and an amphitheatre dating from the 1st and 2nd centuries AD.

The tour takes about 2 hours in this complex and, if you decide to add this excursion to your list of things to do in Seville in December, the guided tour could lead you through the secret spaces of the complex.

Carla's traveler trip

The Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos is closed on Mondays and tour operators usually substitute it for more time in La Judería, if you want to see the Alcázar, you can take the tour between Tuesday and Sunday.

Interesting details

• Price: from 146 € (minimum two people, prices vary by tour operator and number of people on each tour)
• Duration: between 9 - 10 hours.
• Means of transport: transport included from Seville. Some of these tours give you the facility to arrive on your own by train, you can get tickets from €15.
• Pros: the small number of people (maximum 8 travellers), the flexibility of the timetables and the personalised attention.
• Cons: If you are travelling alone, this option is not as cost-effective.

This type of experience allows you to get to know Andalusia in the way you want and with the greatest possible flexibility.

The adventure usually begins with the passengers being picked up from a hotel in Seville, although on other occasions you may be met at a point close to your accommodation.

Once in Cordoba, the minivan will take you to the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Museum of Julio Romero de Torres, where an exquisite selection of the famous Cordovan painter is exhibited, the Jewish Quarter of Cordoba, the Municipal Souk, the historic centre of Cordoba and the Cathedral Quarter.

During this tour you will have stops to visit each of the monuments, highlighting the guided visit to the Mosque - Cathedral of Cordoba.

One of the attractions of this tour is the completeness of the stops included, note that it is the only one to stop at the museums.

On the other hand, the groups are up to 8 people, the personalised experience is charming and the prices are attractive, with a variable rate. Ideally, get together with your friends or family and fill up to 8 participants to get the best price.

Details of interest

• Price: from 390 €.
• Duration: between 10-12 hours depending on the operator.
• Means of transport: an air-conditioned minivan with baby seats available.
• Pros: a tour designed for your group of family or friends, with round-trip service, multilingual guide and entrance fees to the different monuments.
• Cons: The price is higher if you evaluate it individually, however, it is worth it when it comes to groups, the value for money and privacy are great.
• I recommend this option if you want something more private and intimate for your family circle. Also, this type of experience is adapted for wheelchair users, babies and assistance pets.

You may prefer to visit Cordoba from Seville on your own. Although this option has the disadvantage of having to organise everything yourself and, above all, of not having a guide to explain what you are seeing, the transport system in this part of Andalusia allows you to visit and return on the same day.

Option 1: By train

In general, Spain's railway system is one of the best in Europe. So travelling by train is one of the best options, even if it tends to be a bit more expensive than using the bus.

The train journey from Seville to Cordoba takes around 45 minutes. Depending on the day, you can get deals from as little as €12, if you buy it well in advance online.

However, if you want to buy your train ticket at the ticket office at Sevilla-Santa Justa station, the approximate price is €19. It will also depend on the time you decide to buy and the category of your ticket.

Option 2: By bus

If travelling involves saving money at all costs, this option might be suitable for you.

Bus tickets can be purchased from 13 € at Seville station. While by train it takes about 45 minutes from Seville, by bus you will need about 2 hours to get to Cordoba. Even so, the bus is still the cheapest option.

Option 3: By car

Travelling in your own car gives you the flexibility to choose the timetable, the route you want and the best company. It's a worthwhile all-in-one option if you want to tour Andalusia.

The Seville-Cordoba route is very easy as you just drive straight along the A4. The journey time is approximately one and a half hours, depending on traffic.

However, when you arrive in Cordoba it is important to know that it is almost impossible to parkin the city centre, the best option is to go to a public car park.

In any case, if you want a stress-free option, with cheap prices, an expert guiding the way and the passage through the emblematic places of Cordoba without missing out on the anecdotes, the best thing to do is to take a tour.

During the different types of tours you usually visit:

• The Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs, a World Heritage Site.
• The Julio Romero de Torres Museum, which houses the largest collection of the famous Cordovan painter.
• The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba.
• The Jewish Quarter of Cordoba.
• The Patios of San Basilio.
• The Synagogue of Cordoba.
• The Municipal Souk, an emblematic craft market in Andalusia.
• The Bullfighting Museum.
• The Cathedral Quarter.

• You only need 1 day to enjoy these tours. Any weekend getaway, day off or holiday is a perfect occasion to take it.
• Prices are cheap. There are often special offers. In Hellotickets you will find the best prices.
• It is one of the things to do in Seville with children.
• They are excursions among the cultural jewels of Andalusia, one of the most outstanding historical heritages of Spain. Do you dare to visit it?