Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Córdoba - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Córdoba

Córdoba, Spain

Cross of the Captive

A curious carving hides on a marble column in the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba.

Córdoba, Spain

Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba)

Spain's unique Mosque-Cathedral has been a place of worship for both Muslims and Christians throughout its history.

Córdoba, Spain

Noor

This Michelin-starred restaurant sheds light on a rare period of cultural and culinary tolerance in Cordoba’s past.

Córdoba, Spain

Estrella de los Deseos (Wishing Star)

Touching this little fossil embedded in the wall of a grand mosque-cathedral may make your wishes come true.

Are we missing something unusual in Córdoba?

Casa de Las Conchas - The House of Shells

A house covered entirely with shells.

23 miles from Córdoba

Want to see fewer ads? Become a Member.

Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Córdoba

Córdoba, Spain

Noor

This Michelin-starred restaurant sheds light on a rare period of cultural and culinary tolerance in Cordoba’s past.

In partnership with KAYAK

Plan Your Trip

In partnership with Get Your Guide

Guided Tours Nearby

Atlas Obscura Trips

Barcelona & Catalonia: A Feast for the Senses

Discover the unique tastes and traditions of Catalonia, explore history and architecture in Barcelona, taste unusual wines of Spain’s smallest wine-growing regions, and enjoy fresh farm-to-table dining.

Explore Córdoba, Spain

Launch Map

Córdoba Leaderboard

Places Added

Join the Ranks!

Add an unusual place to Córdoba.

Places Edited

Places Visited

Recent Córdoba Activity

sschmit2 has been to Cross of the Captive

sschmit2 has been to Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba)

Markitect has been to Cross of the Captive

Patron Editor updated Noor

adrijansabolski wants to go to Cross of the Captive