Visit Córdoba: a city full of charm and history

Visiting Córdoba is more accessible than ever since September 18th, thanks to the new Vueling route operating between Barcelona and the Andalusian city with a direct connection and two weekly flights to enjoy its unique corners. Córdoba has managed to preserve its historical essence while continuing to thrive, becoming a vibrant and cosmopolitan destination with many opportunities for all types of travelers. With a mild climate in winter and warm in summer, the city encompasses historical heritage, traditions, culture, and gastronomy for both weekend getaways and longer trips at any time of year.

The historic center of Córdoba, a World Heritage Site

The capital of Cordoba boasts the Mosque, considered one of the greatest symbols of Islam and commonly known for its Cathedral, its Tower, and the Patio de los Naranjos (Courtyard of the Orange Trees), all of which invite you to enjoy it at your leisure. This monument earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was later extended to the entire surrounding urban area: the synagogue, the flower-filled courtyards that define the image of the Jewish Quarter, and the squares and alleys decorated with flowerpots.

A few meters away, the Pont Romà crosses one of the longest rivers in the Iberian Peninsula, the Guadalquivir, and connects the Cathedral district with the Camp de la Veritat neighborhood, offering emblematic views of the city. In any case, the tourist interest of the municipality does not only end in the center, but also extends to its outskirts, so it is interesting to visit the archaeological site of the Caliphal City of Medina-Azahara, located just eight kilometers from the city. In all cases, there is a large number of tours For the more curious visitors who want to learn about the province's rich history.

A diverse setting of traditions and gastronomy

The area's appeal also lies in its more social celebrations that provide an opportunity to delve into local culture and customs. One example is the spring festival, the Cruces de Mayo (May Crosses), where crosses are decorated with flowers, ceramics, and religious artifacts to be placed in courtyards and squares. May also sees the Festival of Cordovan Patios, a celebration where interior courtyards are decorated with plants and flowers and open to the public so everyone can enjoy traditional Cordovan architecture. Both events, like most celebrations in the city, are punctuated by bars offering drinks and typical tapas, as well as sevillanas, flamenco, and other traditional performances.

Other ways to experience the city's food scene are at local markets, where you can try salmorejo cordobés (Cordoban salmorejo), flamenquín (flamenquin), or cola de Bou (bou-tail). And for wine lovers, you can enjoy the Montilla-Moriles wines from the province of Córdoba, renowned nationwide. Some of the places to try these options, which lend prestige and life to the city, are the famous Plaza de la Corredera or the Plaza de las Tendillas, where both visitors and locals gather to enjoy the wide variety of bars.

Vueling, the only airline with a presence in six Andalusian airports

Tickets for a more comfortable experience are available on the official Vueling website, and flights are expected to last approximately one hour and forty minutes. From September 18th to October 23rd, flights are scheduled for Thursdays and Sundays, and starting October 28th, flights will be on Tuesdays and Saturdays, meaning there will be two flights per week. With this connection, Vueling is the only airline with a year-round presence at all six Andalusian airports: Seville, Malaga, Almeria, Granada, Jerez, and Cordoba.

If you want to know more about Cordoba or plan your visit, you can find all the information here. official tourism website.