12 Things to do in Cordoba with Kids

Cordoba is the third most populous and largest city in Andalusia and has its origins in the second century BC when it was founded by the Romans. Far from being boring for children, in Cordoba you will find an excellent mix of fun and entertainment and history and learning.

You can visit the city's zoo, enjoy outdoor activities and visit traditional attractions that take you back many years. Here's a guide to 10 things to do with kids in Cordoba, your kids will love this city!

This archaeological wonder was once a city built by the first caliph of Cordoba and it is essential that on your trip with kids you book a guided tour of Medina Azahara and visit it as a family.

The imposing site is located about 8 kilometers from the city of Cordoba and its visit is an exciting tour of about three hours. It costs about 20 euros per adult and 12 euros per child. Children under 5 years old do not pay admission.

Children will love this place because beyond its history, it will be very entertaining for them to decipher the spaces of this building as if it were a great labyrinth.

Information of Interest

• Location: Medina Azahara is located about 8 kilometers west of Cordoba.
• Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 12 midnight.
• Price: admission costs about 20 euros for adults and 12 euros per child. Children under 5 years old do not pay admission.
• How to get there: by guided tour or by car on the road from Palma del Río (A-431) to Madinat al-Zahra, on the road CO-3414.
• Recommendation: I advise you to take a guided tour from Cordoba to know it more in depth and also because it will be the most comfortable way to get there with children.

One of the favorite activities for the youngest members of the family is a tour of the Patios of Cordoba. They will be dazzled imagining what life would have been like for those who lived in those patios years ago. Of course, this is an activity that only takes place between the months of September and December, but if you have the opportunity to travel to Cordoba during these months include it in your planning. You will not regret it!

The guided tour takes place in the popular neighborhood of Santa Marina and inside the splendid Palacio de Viana, which had a great splendor from the late fifteenth century. This stately residence has no more and no less than 12 courtyards whose decoration with various fountains, columns of capitals and lush vegetation of plants and flowers will leave all children speechless.

In addition, throughout the tour, which lasts approximately 2 hours, an expert guide will tell them incredible stories and anecdotes of those who lived there long ago. The highlight comes when they enter the stately rooms of the Palacio de Viana or some of its most characteristic courtyards such as the Patio de los gatos, especially for lovers of these felines. Undoubtedly, this is a plan that will immerse children in a story that will enrapture them.

Information of Interest

• Location: the tour starts at the Museum of the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, C. Caballerizas Reales, s/n, 14004 Córdoba, Spain.
• Hours: from September to December, from 6 pm.
• Price: admission costs about 16 euros for adults and 8 euros per child. Children under 5 years old do not pay admission.
• Recommendation: Take advantage of a day with good weather.

Another quintessential plan for the little ones of the house is a tuk tuk tour of Cordoba. They will tour the city in a way that will impress them and, above all, comfortably in a motorized vehicle.

In addition, thanks to the explanations of an expert guide will know in detail the architecture and history of the city, and some of its most characteristic sites such as the Roman Bridge, the Plaza de las Tendillas, the Plaza de la Corredera, the Alcazar of the Christian Kings or the Mosque-Cathedral.

A tour of about an hour, highly recommended if you are accompanied by children and want to schedule an original plan.

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• Location: the center of the city.
• Hours: Monday to Sunday, at 10 am.
• Price: the entrance costs about 28 euros.
• Recommendation: Ideal to do it the first day of your stay to get an idea of the city.

And another ideal proposal if you are accompanied by children is to book a tour of the Patios of Cordoba, a guided tour of approximately 2 hours, in which you will visit one of the most fascinating historical centers of Spain and an ideal way to get into the Jewish quarter and delve into the history of the city.

In addition, the tour includes access to both the Synagogue and the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, two amazing places not only for adults but also for the youngest members of the family who will be impressed with the explanations of an expert guide who will entertain them during the tour.

In particular, the Synagogue will captivate them, and it should be noted that only three synagogues built before 1492 are preserved and one of them is the one in Cordoba. Knowing this fact will delight them!

Information of Interest

• Location: The center of the city.
• Hours: Tuesday to Sunday at 10:30 am.
• Price: admission costs about 20 euros for adults and 11 euros per child from 10 years old. Children under 10 years do not pay admission.
• Recommendation: I advise you to take a guided tour from Cordoba to know it more in depth and also because it will be the most comfortable way to get there with children.

These two sites are classic Cordoba must-sees for the whole family. I recommend the option of taking a guided tour because it is usually the most comfortable for children and you can get more out of the tour with the company of an expert guide.

The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba is one of the most visited monuments in Spain and no wonder. Children and adults alike will fall in love with the structure and history of this imposing place, walking through so many columns and curious elements. In addition, at the entrance you will have the Patio de los Naranjos which is an ideal place for children, where they can walk among trees and fountains.

On the other hand, you can visit the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the ancient fortress with walls, towers and gardens. It is a great plan for the little ones who will love the colorful and flowery gardens, enjoying the outdoors and they will love the castle letting their imagination fly.

Information of Interest

• Location: Alcazar of the Christian Monarchs and the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba.
• Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, at 11:30 am.
• Price: admission costs about 40 euros for adults and 21 euros per child. Children under 10 years old do not pay admission.

The Ciudad de los Niños is a huge enclosure with all kinds of games for children of all ages to play, relax and enjoy the green areas and the outdoors. It is also an ideal place to have a picnic with the family and recharge your batteries to continue touring the city.

There you will find all kinds of fun, from swings, zip lines, climbing nets, carousel, to picnic areas, fountains, boats, skate parks, and much more. A true paradise for the little ones!

To enter this park you must pay an entrance fee of 2 euros per adult and 1 euro per child and you can visit it from Tuesday to Sunday between 10 am and 1 pm and from 8:30 to 11 pm. I recommend that before you go check the schedules because they may vary depending on the season.

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• Location: it is located in Menéndez Pidal Avenue, Córdoba. A few meters from the zoo and about 3 kilometers from downtown.
• Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm and from 8:30 am to 11 pm.
• Price: from about 2 euros per adult and 1 euro per child.
• How to get there: you can get there walking from the city center in about half an hour, or by bus, lines 2 and 5 pass nearby.

Next to the Ciudad de los Niños, you will find the Cordoba Zoo to continue enjoying the city with your family. It is one of the first Spanish zoos, inaugurated in 1968, and it develops scientific research and carries out actions for the conservation of species and environmental education activities.

It has more than 5,000 specimens of 100 different species including reptiles, mammals and birds and both children and adults can enjoy interacting with different animals, learn more about them and have fun learning. In addition, you will have the choice of different special activities such as visits to the Zoo's technical area, entrance to the lemur enclosure, camps on special dates and educational programs.

You can visit the zoo from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and ticket prices vary between 3 euros for children between 5 and 16 years old and 5.50 euros for adults. Please note that there are special activities that usually have some additional cost, so I recommend that you consult before your visit.

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• Location: located on Linneo Avenue, Cordoba, a few meters from the Ciudad de Los Niños and about 2 kilometers from downtown.
• Hours: from 9 am to 6 pm.
• Price: from about 5 euros per adult and 3 euros per child.
• How to get there: you can get there walking from the city center in about twenty minutes, or by bus, lines 2, 6 and 9 pass close by.

About 10 kilometers from the city you will find Aquasierra, a true paradise of entertainment for the little ones and that adults will enjoy like children.

It is the only water park in Cordoba and is full of pools, fun slides of various heights and sizes, VIP areas for privacy and tranquility and many attractions for all ages.

It is a perfect plan to enjoy Cordoba in summer. This entertaining place opens its doors every summer day from 11:30 am to 8 pm. Tickets vary between 16 euros for adults and 11 euros for children.

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• Location: the Aquasierra Water Park is located about 10 kilometers from the center of Cordoba, in the town of Villafranca.
• Hours: in summer from 11:30 am to 8 pm.
• Price: the entrance fee is about 16 euros for adults and 11 euros for children.
• How to get there: you can get there by car on the national highway IV, on the Camino de Cordoba KM 2.5 or by bus from the Cordoba Bus Station with the Linesur company that covers the route Cordoba-Villafranca. It will cost you about 3 euros per trip.

The Plaza de la Corredera is a must on your itinerary and your kids won't be able to avoid running all over this huge space when they arrive. There is always something going on, you can find various activities and flamenco shows or any style, craft fairs, clothing stores for children and adults and sometimes even churros stalls for the whole family to enjoy.

It is the only square main square in Andalusia and its name comes from the bullfights that used to be practiced there. You will visit one of the most emblematic places of the city that was declared a historical and artistic monument.

Its history is very interesting and particular and it is a very nice place to visit with children. In addition, it will be the ideal place to stop to rest and enjoy some of the local cuisine in one of the many bars that surround it.

Information of Interest

• Location: it is located a few meters from the center of Cordoba.
• Hours: no opening hours, you can go whenever you want.
• Price: no entrance fee is required.
• How to get there: you can walk from the city center in about 5 minutes.

The Calahorra Tower is a fortress of Islamic origin and was formerly a gateway to the city of Cordoba. You will reach it through the Roman Bridge and inside you will find the Living Museum of al-Andalus.

Visiting the museum will be a nice activity to do with your family, it will not take you too much time and you will be able to learn a little more about the history of the city and have the best views from there.

You can access the museum from Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm all year round and in summer, from 10 am to 2 pm and from 4:30 to 8:30 pm. Admission for adults costs around 4.5 euros and children under 8 years of age are free.

Information of interest

• Location: you will find the Calahorra Tower, where the Living Museum of al-Andalus is also located, just by crossing the Roman Bridge.
• Hours: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. all year round. In summer, from 10 am to 2 pm and from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
• Price: admission is about 4 euros and children under 8 years old are free.
• How to get there: across the Roman Bridge.

Visiting the Royal Botanical Garden of Cordoba is a great plan to do with children. Here they can enjoy being surrounded by nature and learning curious facts about the exuberant and varied flora from all over the world that lives there.

You will have an extension of 7.5 hectares of gardens to explore in the peace and tranquility of nature. In addition, the whole family will be able to participate in the visits, educational and didactic activities that are practiced daily in this Botanical Garden.

Ticket prices range from 1.5 euros for children from 5 years and 3 euros for adults and you can access guided tours from about 20 euros. Note this fact: on Sundays you can visit the Botanical Garden for only 1 euro.

As for the opening hours, you can access from Tuesday to Sunday between 9 am and 2 pm. Consult the guide of activities and events of the Royal Botanical Garden before you go, in order to better plan your visit.

Information of Interest

• Location: located on Linnaeus Avenue, Cordoba, next to the zoo and just over 2 kilometers from the city center.
• Price: from about 3 euros per adult and 1.5 euros per child.
• Hours: between 9 am and 2 pm.
• How to get there: you can walk from the city center in about twenty minutes, or by bus, lines 6 and 9 pass nearby.

Without a doubt you can't leave Cordoba without crossing the famous Roman Bridge and it's a plan the kids will love. I recommend you to start the walk just before sunset in order to have the best views and enjoy a unique walk.

This impressive work is located over the Guadalquivir River and was declared of Cultural Interest. It is also considered part of the historic center of Cordoba, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.

In an area near one end of the Roman Bridge, you will find the Miraflores Park with a playground that your children will enjoy and where you can sit and contemplate the views and enjoy the scenery.

If you plan to visit Cordoba with children, it is very important that you have in mind some restaurants with a menu adapted for the little ones or with enough variety of dishes to be able to eat as a family and that both children and adults can enjoy the meal. Below, I recommend a few for you to consider.

• Casa Pepe De La Judería: it is very popular for its excellent service and exquisite typical Cordovan food. In some dishes you can choose smaller portions, which is an excellent option for the little ones. Seeing the Michelin logo on the door can already anticipate that the whole family will have an excellent experience.
• La Taberna de Almodóvar: is an option with a variety of authentic and traditional Cordovan dishes. You will have meats, fish and stews, classics that never fail and the whole family will love. In addition, this restaurant is also highlighted in the Michelin guide, so you will not be disappointed.
• La Posada del Caballo Andaluz: this is a cozy and familiar restaurant of typical Cordovan food that has a huge variety of dishes for all tastes and in different portions. You will have space inside and the option of eating out doors on a terrace or in a bright and colorful Cordovan patio.
• Patio de la Judería: is another excellent option to share a meal with the family, its menu is extensive and has a special menu for children. It is a beautiful place set up in an 18th century manor house. In addition, you will not only taste typical dishes, but also flamenco, as there are several live shows.

Cordoba has many things to see and do with children and you can save on many of these attractions with the CordobaPass, a card that includes the main attractions such as the Mosque-Cathedral, the Alcazar of the Christian Kings, Medina Azahara and the Jewish Quarter, among others. In addition, you will be able to choose from a wide variety of tours and guided excursions to tour the city from end to end without missing anything.

The price of this tourist card varies between 29 and 79 euros per adult, depending on the activities included. Please note that children's tickets have a reduced price.

If you don't have much time, want to save money and make sure to visit the main places of the city, booking the tourist bus of Cordoba can be a great ally. It is a great means of transportation to get to know the city and your children can be comfortable and enjoy the ride. In addition, this bus has 17 free stops, so you can use it as a means of transportation to move freely around the city without overspending.

You can tour the entire city and get off at the main attractions and neighborhoods that you want to know more in depth. For example, you can easily reach the Jewish Quarter, the Mosque, the Calahorra Tower and much more and choose which sites to enter, which ones you want to visit in depth and which ones you don't.

The ticket costs approximately 18 euros per adult and 10 euros per child between 5 and 12 years old, for children under 5 years old it is free.