The 6 most beautiful villages to see around Cordoba

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Marie

Published on 29/07/2025

The province of Córdoba, in Andalusia, boasts no fewer than 75 villages, where historical and cultural heritage come together to create a wealth of possibilities for you to visit… Here are the 6 most beautiful villages to visit around Córdoba, to help you make your choice.

What to see in the village of Zuheros around Córdoba?

The village of Zuheros is located in the Cordobue Subbetica Natural Park. Its old town, typical of southern Spain with its white houses, has earned it the honorary title of historic-artistic site.

You’ll be amazed and in awe of the striking beauty of the landscape, which blends the limestone of the mountains with the vastness of the olive groves and the whitewashed houses in the middle. Take a step back at least 1 century with a visit to Zuheros.

What to see

The 14th-century castle built directly on the rocks and protected by ramparts.
The winding streets of the old town with their whitewashed facades adorned with flowers.
The Cueva de los Murciélagos, or Bat Cave, is an archaeological site made up of caves and underground galleries featuring magnificent limestone formations and populated by…. Bats! Various species have taken up residence in these caves. Also worth seeing: the formation room and its large stalactite nicknamed the asparagus, and the organ room.
The Church of the Remedies, built in the 16th century in the Baroque style, features a dome and several chapels.
The archaeological museum (sculptures, beads, coins, etc.).

What can you see in the village of Baena around Cordoba?

Discover the Ibero-Roman remains, the gastronomy and the picturesque festivals of Baena.

1 – Baena Castle

At the top of the city, in the historic district of Baena, this square castle is well preserved with its square towers.

2 – Plaça Coso

Among the administrative buildings of interest are the 18th-century Casa del Monte, built in brick in the Mudéjar style, and the Town Hall.

3 – The Archaeological Museum

Located in the 18th-century Casa de la Tercia, this museum houses fossils from prehistoric times, sculptures from the Iberian era…

4 – Torreparedones

This place was inhabited in turn by the Iberians, Romans and many other cultures until the Middle Ages. Worth seeing: the Eastern Gateway, the Iberian-Roman Sanctuary, the Forum, the Market, the Civil Basilica, the Western Route, the Hermitage of the Virgins, the Castle with its Tower…

5 – Núñez de Prado olive oil mill

Olive-growing plays an important role in Baena, and a visit to the mill is a good way to take part in the local culture while enjoying a typical Molinero breakfast. You can also visit the cellar and taste the oil.

6 – Festivals not to be missed

Easter Week: Coliblancos and Colinegros festival, procession of brotherhoods with their costumes, dances, music, etc.
The “candelorios” or bonfires on 18 and 19 March for Lent.
The medieval festival in August.
Olive and olive oil days in November….

What can you see in Priego de Cordoba?

Known as the city of water, this town has a wealth of springs and a large number of Baroque monuments:

The church of La Aurora,
The Sagrada Familia Hermitage in Belén
The Sagrario in the church of La Asunció.

Also worth seeing:

La Fuente del Rey, or Fountain of the King, recognisable by its 139 spouts and its sculpture of Neptune and Amphitrite.
The narrow, cobbled streets are reminiscent of those in the Jewish quarter of Cordoba, and are also full of flowers.
Taste its olive oil, which has a protected designation of origin.

What can you see in the village of Iznájar?

The town of viewpoints offers a wealth of panoramic views from the Mirador del Postigo, the Mirador de la Cruz de San Pedro and the Mirador Puerta del Rey.

What to see:

The medieval historic centre and its Patio de la Comedias.
The Barrio de la Villa, the old town of Iznajar, where you can visit the Santiago church, Rafael Alberti square and the historic castle.
The Casa de las Columnas, with its beautiful coat of arms visible on the façade, was once the seat of the administration of the Counts of Albi.

What can you see in the village of Hornachuelos?

Situated in the centre of the Sierra de Hornachuelos Natural Park, this town boasts a large number of monuments of Arabic origin.

Highlights include

The Mudejar church of Santa María de las Flores.
The 7th-century castle.
The Moratalla palace and gardens.

Gastronomy

Bushmeat: deer or wild boar from the Sierra de Hornachuelos.

What can you see in Montilla?

This site is known for the quality of its grape variety: the Pedro Ximénez, which produces wines with the Montilla-Moriles designation of origin.