Discover the magical atmosphere of Medina Azahara illuminated under the stars on an exclusive evening guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Experience the ancient tenth-century palace-city at night, enjoying cooler and much more comfortable summer temperatures away from the intense daytime heat.

Walk through the beautifully lit ruins of Spain's largest archaeological site as an expert guide reveals the secrets, luxury, and power of the Caliphate of Al-Andalus.

Explore the illuminated remains of the grand ceremonial reception rooms, the historic royal residences, and the majestic ancient palace courtyards.

Customize your experience by selecting the option without transport to drive yourself, or choose the option with the official round-trip bus included from central Cordoba.

Why you’ll love this…

Enjoy a special night in Córdoba with a visit to Medina Azahara
Listen to the history of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Be amazed by the beautiful archeological area by night

Important to know

SEASONAL ACTIVITY: Please note that this exclusive night tour is a seasonal experience available starting from June 23rd.
MANDATORY INTERNAL SHUTTLE BUS: If you select the option without transport, cars must park at the visitor center. You must pay a separate fee of approximately 3.00 EUR per person for the mandatory shuttle bus to the ruins. This shuttle is fully included if you book the option with the bus from Cordoba.
STRICT PUNCTUALITY: Please arrive at your specific meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time. The bus and guided schedules are strictly timed and cannot wait for late arrivals.
PHYSICAL ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: Due to unpaved dirt roads, historical stone steps, and natural hillsides, this outdoor walking tour is completely unsuitable for wheelchair users or persons with reduced mobility.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Entrance fees
Guided walking tour
Roundtrip transportation

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Medina Azahara - Conjunto Arqueológico Madinat al-Zahra, Carretera Palma del Río, Córdoba, Spain

Meeting point:

CRITICAL: YOUR MEETING POINT DEPENDS ON THE OPTION SELECTEDIF YOU BOOKED THE OPTION WITH BUS: Meet your guide at the Glorieta Cruz Roja bus stop (14004 Cordoba). Please look for the guide holding a colorful umbrella.IF YOU BOOKED THE OPTION WITHOUT BUS: Meet your guide directly at the Medina Azahara Site Parking Lot (Ctra. Palma del Rio, km 5.5, 14005 Cordoba), right next to the internal shuttle bus stop.