3 Best Day Trips to Córdoba from Seville

The Andalusian metropolis boasts three things that are essential for tourists: delicious cuisine, a backdrop of different civilisations and an enviable transport network. Among the many things to see and do in Seville, the excursion from Seville to Cordoba stands out.

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

Explore Cordoba from top to bottom on this day trip with transport included and accompanied by an expert guide. This type of experience usually starts at 9 am to explore the city throughout the day.

The excursion will start in Seville and head to Cordoba, where you will arrive in approximately an hour and a half.

Once at your destination, the official guide will show you the main streets of the city. With their explanations, you will gain a much better understanding of the secrets of the Palacio de la Merced, the Plaza de la Corredera, the Roman Temple, the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the Calahorra Tower.

Details of interest

• Price: from £77
• Duration: between 9 and 10 hours.
• Transport: private transport from Seville. Some of these excursions allow you to travel independently by train, with tickets available from £15.

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

The guided tour includes a visit to one of Seville's iconic archaeological sites. These types of excursions also usually include a stop along the way to discover everything the Sevillian town of Carmona has to offer.

In Carmona, visitors usually visit the Archaeological Site of Carmona, which consists of a necropolis and an amphitheatre from the 1st and 2nd centuries AD.

The tour takes about 2 hours at 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 take you through the secret spaces of the site.

Details of interest

• Price: from £146 (minimum two people, prices vary depending on the operator and number of people on each tour)
• Duration: between 9 and 10 hours.
• Transport: transport included from Seville. Some of these excursions allow you to travel independently by train, with tickets available from £15.

This type of experience allows you to discover Andalusia in your own way and with maximum flexibility.

The adventure usually begins with the collection of passengers from a hotel in Seville, although on other occasions you may be asked to meet at a point close to your accommodation.

Once in Córdoba, the minibus will take you to the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Julio Romero de Torres Museum, which houses an exquisite selection of works by the famous Cordovan painter, the Jewish Quarter, the Municipal Souk, the historic centre of Córdoba and the Cathedral Quarter.

During this tour, you will stop to visit each of the monuments, including a guided tour of the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba.

One of the attractions of this excursion is how comprehensive the stops are; note that it is the only one to stop at the museums.

Furthermore, the groups are limited to 8 people, the personalised experience is delightful and the prices are attractive, with variable rates. Ideally, get together with your friends or family and fill the 8 places to get the best price.

Details of interest

• Price: from £390.
• Duration: between 10 and 12 hours depending on the operator.
• Transport: an air-conditioned minivan with baby seats available.

You may prefer to visit Córdoba from Seville on your own. Although this option has the disadvantage of having to organise everything yourself and, above all, 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. Therefore, travelling by train is one of the best options, although it is usually a little more expensive than taking the bus.

The train journey from Seville to Córdoba takes around 45 minutes. Depending on the day, you can get tickets from €12 if you buy them online well in advance.

However, if you want to buy your train ticket at the ticket office at Seville-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 means saving money at all costs, this option could be right for you.

Bus tickets can be purchased from €13 at the Seville station. While the train takes about 45 minutes from Seville, the bus takes around 2 hours to reach Córdoba. Even so, the bus is still the cheapest option.

Option 3: By car

Travelling in your own car gives you the flexibility to choose your own schedule, route and the best company. It's an all-in-one option that's well worth it if you want to tour Andalusia.

The route between Seville and Córdoba is very simple, as you just have to take the A4 motorway. The journey time is approximately 1 hour and a half, depending on traffic.

However, when you arrive in Córdoba, it is important to know that it is almostimpossible to park in the city centre, so the best option is to go to a public car park.

In any case, if you want a stress-free option with affordable prices, an expert guide and a tour of Córdoba's most emblematic sites without missing out on any of the anecdotes, the best option is to take a tour.

During the different types of excursions, the following sites are usually visited:

• The Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a World Heritage Site.
• The Julio Romero de Torres Museum, which houses the largest collection of works by the famous Cordoba painter.
• The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba.
• The Jewish Quarter of Córdoba.
• The Patios of San Basilio.
• The Synagogue of Cordoba
• The Municipal Souk, an iconic craft market in Andalusia.
• The Bullfighting Museum.
• The Cathedral Quarter.

• You only need one day to enjoy these excursions. Any weekend getaway, day off or holiday is the perfect opportunity to take one.
• The prices are cheap. There are often special offers. At Hellotickets you'll find the best prices.
• It's one of the things to do in Seville with children.
• These excursions take you to the cultural gems of Andalusia, one of Spain's most outstanding historical heritage sites. Are you up for a visit?