Explore Cordoba

Cordoba is a city in Andalusia in southern Spain. Cordoba is famous for it,s leather manufacturing sites and silversmiths, and they also have the world,s largest olive plantations.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
The official language spoken in Cordoba is English.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Euro
UTC-03:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
A three course meal for 2 people at a midrange restaurant will cost around 30 € (R779.04).
Drinks
A domestic beer costs around 1.18 € (R22.98), and an imported beer around 1.44 € (R28.05).
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxis have a starting tarrif of 0.72 € (R14.02),,and 0.35 € (R6.82) per kilometer thereafter.
General Transport
The city bus is a good option for getting around Cordoba. Single tickets for the bus cost 1.30 € (R25.21) and can be purchased from the driver.

Things to do in Cordoba

The best places to visit in Cordoba are the Cathedral of Cordoba, Patio de los Naranjos, Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, The Historic Centre, Jewish Quarter, Roman Bridge, Calahorra Tower, Medina Azahara, Palacio de Viana, Archaeological Museum, Plaza de la Corredera, Hammam, Patios de Córdoba, Feria de Córdoba, and Aquasierra. Cordoba also has some of the best festivals.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Rabies
  • Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • Tetanus
  • Ditherier
  • Pertussis
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis
  • Polio
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • Sunscreen
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable Shoes
  • Universal adapter
  • Power bank
  • First Aid Kit
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Camera
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

South Africans travelling to Cordoba need a South African Passport, not older than 10 years, with at least 2 blank pages and valid for at least 3 months after the date you leave all Schengen countries. They also need to obtain a Schengen visa which gives access to 26 European countries.