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Red-and-white striped horseshoe arches fill the interior of Cordoba's Mezquita.

Córdoba by train

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Discover Córdoba

Córdoba, in southern Spain, is a city of Moorish heritage and stunning architecture. The Mezquita-Catedral, a mosque-cathedral with intricate arches, is a masterpiece of Islamic art. The city’s patios bloom with colourful flowers in spring, while the old town’s narrow streets invite exploration. Córdoba’s rich history and vibrant culture make it an Andalusian gem.

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Short break to Córdoba

A short jaunt to Córdoba ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
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Discover Córdoba

Get under the skin of Córdoba on an overland journey by train through Spain, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
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Multi-stop adventure through Córdoba

Travel through Spain on a multi-stop adventure to Córdoba, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
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Spain’s ancient cities

Discover Andalusia's Moorish palaces, Gothic cathedrals and Córdoba’s Mezquita, where Islamic and Christian art meet.
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Andalucían city highlights

Explore Córdoba via a celebrated rail route, travelling from Valencia into Andalucía through the dramatic Despeñaperros gorge.
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  • Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos

    Weave your way through the cypress trees, ponds and fountains on the grounds of the 13th-century Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos fort.

  • Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba

    Don’t miss Córdoba’s Mezquita, a stunning Mosque-Cathedral with iconic, double-tiered, striped arches. Relax nearby in the Patio de los Naranjos under palm and citrus trees.

  • Roman Bridge

    Take an evening stroll along the Roman Bridge of Córdoba to the old town while admiring some of the city's iconic monuments en route.

  • Madinat Al-Zahra

    On Cordoba's western edge lies the stunning Madinat Al-Zahra, a UNESCO-listed, 10th-century palace with colourful marble, intricate carvings, and extensive gardens showcasing the caliph’s power.

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