Info & Location
City/Province: Cordoba
Type of Experience: Top attractions
Address: San Basilio, 44, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
Where: Calle San Basilio street is one of the best areas to visit the patios in Córdoba, as it features several that are open to the public year-round. Among them is one of the most famous patios, located at number 44 on this street, which is home to the "Asociación de Amigos de los Patios Cordobeses," a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of the patios and the promotion of the Festival. The image of the patio at San Basilio 44 is one of the most iconic and recognized in the city; in fact, it serves as the main photo in our image gallery.
You will also find patios open to the public at numbers 14, 17, 20, and 40 on San Basilio street, as well as at Calle Martín de la Roa 2 and Calle Maese Luis 22.
Be sure to check their hours, as each one has different visiting times.
Palacio de Viana: Located in Plaza de Don Gome, this majestic palace-museum features twelve patios and a historic garden. This type of patio is less common than those typically found in the homes of ordinary people, but it is equally beautiful and intriguing.
Opening hours:
San Basilio, 44: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday : 10:30-14:00 / 17:30 - 19:30. Sundays and public holidays:10:30 - 14:00. Tuesdays: closed.
San Basilio, 17: Thursday to Sunday : 11:00 - 14:00 Tuesdays and Wednesdaysclosed.
San Basilio, 20: Monday, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays : 10:30-14:00 / 17:30 - 19:30. For afternoon visits, it is necessary to arrange them in advance via WhatsApp (+34 626 195 148). Sundays and public holidays:10:30 - 154:00. Tuesdays closed.
San Basilio, 40: Monday to Saturday : 10:00-14:00 / 16:30 - 20:00. Sundays and public holidays:10:00 - 14:00.
Martín de Roa, 2: Monday to Saturday : 10:00-14:00 / 16:30 - 20:00. Sundays and public holidays:10:00 - 14:00.
Maese Luis, 22 (+34 609 931 817): Monday to Friday : 10:00-13:00. Sundays and public holidays : closed.
Palacio de Viana: Tuesday to Saturday : 10:00-19:00. Sundays and public holidays : 10:00 - 15:00.Mondays : closed.
When:
The patios of Córdoba reach their peak splendor each year during the first half of May, when the Festival of the Cordoban Patios (a UNESCO World Heritage event) is celebrated. However, many of Córdoba’s patios can be visited year-round. In fact, it could be said that outside the Festival dates is the best time to explore them, as they are less crowded. Without a doubt, visiting outside the Festival makes for an easier and more enjoyable experience.
How to visit: You can visit them on your own by checking which ones are open to the public and their visiting days and hours. You can also sign up for one of the guided tours organized by different agencies. Check here for the ones we recommend and reserve your spot.
Price: All the patios we recommend above are free to visit, except for those at the Palacio de Viana: Adults, full visit: €12; patios only: €8. Children up to 10 years old can enter for free. On Wednesdays from 14:00 to 17:00, visiting the patios is free.
