Cordoba · Mezquita and the river
Calahorra Tower
A fortified tower at the south end of the Roman Bridge that houses the Museo Vivo de al-Andalus. The terrace has a wide view of the old town and the Mezquita.
- 1 h
- €4.50
- Booking: not needed
- Mezquita and the river
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The tower is a protected monument and the seat of the Fundación Paradigma Córdoba. The Museo Vivo de al-Andalus inside has eight rooms with dioramas and an audio guide that tell the story of al-Andalus between the 9th and 13th centuries. The terrace on top gives a panoramic view of the historic centre.
What to look for
- The eight museum rooms with dioramas
- The audio guide
- The terrace with a view of the old town
- The tower's position at the end of the bridge
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm | |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
November to February: 10:00 to 18:00. October, March, April and May: 10:00 to 19:00. June to September: 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:30 to 20:30.
Source: Torre de la Calahorra, Museo Vivo de al-Andalus, checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €4.50. The general ticket is 4.50 euros and includes the terrace and the audio guide. Reduced tickets cost 3 euros.
Getting there
It is at the south end of the Roman Bridge, about 7 minutes on foot from the Mezquita.
Tip
The audio guide comes in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian and Arabic. Climb to the terrace late in the afternoon for the light on the Mezquita.