With this audio guide for the Medina Azahara, you'll have the chance to explore one of the most important archaeological sites in Spain at your own pace. You'll discover the history of the city that Abd al-Raḥmān III ordered to be built on the outskirts of Córdoba!
Why Visit the Medina Azahara With an Audio Guide?
When visiting the "Shining City," a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a compelling narrative is essential to help you mentally reconstruct the majesty of its palaces and gardens. By booking this Medina Azahara audio guide, you'll receive an interactive app on your smartphone to learn all the details of the archaeological site in an engaging and informative way.
Through your headphones, you'll hear stories about Córdoba's Caliphate past, Umayyad art, and the secrets held within the ruins of this palatial complex as you stroll through iconic locations such as the Great Portico and the Rich Hall.
How Does It Work?
After booking, you'll receive an email with instructions for downloading the app to your Android or iOS device. You must download and activate the audio guide at your hotel or home before traveling to the archaeological site to ensure everything is working correctly.
Once at Medina Azahara, simply put on your headphones and let history guide you. The narration is available in Spanish, English, Italian, German, and French, allowing you to pause and resume the explanations whenever you like to take photos or simply admire the scenery.
Tour Options
During the booking process, you can choose between one of the following two options:
Audio Guide
This option is ideal if you prefer to head to the archaeological site on your own. You'll have access to all of the historical content on your phone to enjoy the tour at your own pace.
You can see the opening times for the Medina Azahara at this link.
Audio Guide + Transport from Córdoba
If you're looking for maximum comfort, this option includes round-trip transport by bus from the center of Córdoba. We'll meet at Paseo de la Victoria, in front of the Hotel Eurostars Córdoba Palace, to set off to the former Palatine city. After about 2 hours of exploring the archaeological site with your audio guide, the bus will pick you up to take you back to the starting point.
This option is available at 10 am and 10:45 am.
Important Info
To enjoy the experience in the best way possible, please keep in mind the following:
- You must bring your own earphones
- Make sure your phone has enough battery for the tour
- Please note that this activity does not include admission to the archaeological site nor the shuttle bus ticket that connects the museum with the archaeological site
