Córdoba: Almodóvar del Río Castle entry ticket
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Ticket to explore Almodóvar del Río Castle at your own pace, a hilltop fortress of Arab origin and Game of Thrones filming location, with map, info boards and projections. Rated 4.7/5 from 584 reviews.
- Valid 1 day (self-guided, at your own pace)
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- Valid 1 day (self-guided, at your own pace)
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- No
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Fortress of Arab origin on La Floresta hill
- Filming location of Game of Thrones season 7
- Panoramic views from the keep
- Chapel and medieval hall
- Info boards in 7 languages and projections
Our take
This is the best short escape from Córdoba once you have seen the Mosque and fancy a change of scene. The castle is beautifully restored and the views from the tower are worth the climb; you do have to sort out transport yourself.
What's included
- Castle entry
- Map for the self-guided visit
- Projections on the castle's history
- Info boards in 7 languages
Not included
- Transport from Córdoba
- Food and drink
- Guide
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Things to keep in mind
- There are many steps and no lift
- Entry closes one hour before closing time, even with a ticket
- Pets are not allowed
Meeting point
Almodóvar Castle, Calle Castillo, Almodóvar del Río (Córdoba).
From the car park it is about a 10-minute walk uphill to the main gate, where you get the map to start the visit.
The experience
What you will see
- The towers and walls of a fortress of Arab origin.
- The keep, with views over the Guadalquivir plain.
- The chapel and medieval hall in the owners' private area.
- Spots used as a Game of Thrones filming location.
How it works
You make your own way to Almodóvar del Río, walk up to the gate and pick up a map. You explore the towers and walls at your own pace, with boards at each point and two projections on the castle's history, and finish in the chapel and medieval hall.
Who I recommend it for
- Anyone with a car, or happy to take the bus from Córdoba.
- Families and Game of Thrones fans.
Who I don't recommend it for
- People with reduced mobility: there are lots of steps.
- Anyone wanting a guided visit with live commentary.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible; many steps and no lift.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
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