
Córdoba Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
This sightseeing bus is a practical way to get around the former Caliphate capital. You can hop on and hop off at any of the stops, making it easy to explore.
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The sightseeing bus in Córdoba offers an efficient way to navigate this historic Caliphate city. With the ability to hop on and off at designated stops, you can delve into the local attractions at your own pace.
Routes & Stops
This hop-on hop-off service features two distinct routes and 27 strategic stops at key sites throughout the city. The Red Line provides a scenic overview, while the Blue Line meanders through the quaint alleys of the Old Town.
Traveling aboard this open-top double-decker bus, you'll explore the main landmarks of Córdoba. Throughout your journey, an audio guide in English will provide crucial insights into the attractions visible from your seat.
Among the must-visit stops are the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, the Mosque-Cathedral, the Viana Palace, and the Roman Bridge.
You can view the detailed routes and stops through the map available at the following link:
Routes and stops of the Córdoba City Sightseeing bus
Operational Details
Your ticket remains valid for 24 or 48 hours starting from activation. For instance, activating a 24-hour ticket on Monday at 3 pm allows usage until the same time the following day. During this period, you are free to board and disembark as many times as you desire.
While booking requires selecting a start date, you can commence utilizing the service at any point within a 3-month window from that chosen date.
Schedule and Frequency
Red Line (Panoramic Córdoba): From September to April, the initial departure from stop 1 is at 9:30 am, concluding the day at 6 pm with departures every 70 minutes. During May to August, the first bus leaves from stop 16 at 9:30 am and the last at 8:20 pm, running every 20 to 30 minutes.Blue Line (Old-Town Córdoba): Operates from September to April with the first bus leaving at 9:30 am and the final departure at 6 pm, every 70 minutes. From May to August, the schedule is adjusted to first and last departures at 9:30 am and 8:30 pm, respectively, with buses every 30 minutes.
Route Modifications
Please note that Stops 2 and 3 on the red route are temporarily out of service. However, stop 10 on the blue route, which coincides with red stop 1, remains operational.
Guided Tours
Your bus ticket also includes a complimentary walking tour of the Jewish Quarter at 7 pm, commencing from Stop 16 Puente Romano. This excursion lasts about 60 minutes.
Additionally, the 48-hour ticket grants access to a guided visit of 3 award-winning courtyards:
San Basilio Courtyards, 40 and 44: Located at Stop 1, Blue Line, Alcázar; available from Wednesday to Monday (closed on Tuesdays) at 10:30 am.Martin Roa Courtyards, 2: Right in front of the Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs at Stop 1; operates daily except Tuesdays at 1:30 pm.
Included Access
If you opt for the 48-hour ticket, you will gain access to the patios of San Basilio, allowing you entry during opening hours while your ticket remains valid.
Prices
Included
- Unlimited use of the sightseeing bus
- Headphones for each person
- Admission to the patios of San Basilio
Tips
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.