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Granada: Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket

Granada: Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket

With your day admission ticket you’ll be able to explore the Alhambra, the Generalife and the Nasrid Palaces. Discover the Nasrid Palaces complex, the residence of the kings of Granada. Explore the Alcazaba, the villa of the Generalife, the Palace of Charles V and the Baths of the Mosque and marvel at the beauty of the surrounding gardens. Admire the resplendent architectural style of the Alhambra's fortress and palaces. The Alhambra was a palace, a fortress and a citadel. Originally constructed in 889 A.D. and once home to the Moorish kings and sultans it was also the residence of top government officials, court servants and the royal guard.

Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

Experience the Alhambra, the most important and captivating monument in Muslim Spain and one of the most-visited attractions in Spain. The Alhambra shows the heritage of the Nasrid dynasty, which you can discover as you explore the Alcazaba, the Comares Palace, and the Generalife gardens. Take the opportunity to visit the Alhambra accompanied by an official private guide who will explain the secrets, stories, and artistic details of the complex. Meet your guide at the Alhambra to begin this walking tour. The tour will start by visiting the walled citadel, the first vestiges before it became the seat of the Nasrid emirs of Granada. Continue until reaching the Alcazaba, the oldest area of the Alhambra and military area. Discover the impressive Torres Bermejas and take a photo at the top of the Torre de la Vela, where you can capture the best views of the Albaicín neighborhood. Visit the heart of the Alhambra, the Nasrid Palaces. Moorish-style patios, and the royal quarter. Your guide will reveal all the history and legends of how opulent palaces were built for Islamic rulers. To end the visit, enjoy the Generalife Gardens, the resting place of the kings of the city. Take in its architecture, decorations, and gardens.

Granada: Flamenco Show in La Alboreá

Granada: Flamenco Show in La Alboreá

Immerse yourself in Spanish tradition with an exciting flamenco show in Granada. Enjoy reserved seating with excellent views of the performance and choose to indulge with an Iberian assortment of ham and chorizo and a glass of wine. Enjoy a magical Flamenco show perfect for the whole family performed at a venue in the center of Granada. Sip on a glass of tasty Spanish wine paired with traditional Spanish snacks if you choose this option. Benefit from a reserved seating area and a large selection of local wines (available to purchase). Feel the passion vibrating off the dancers’ bodies and get ready to spend a perfect cultural night seeing in person a professional flamenco show, a tradition whose popularity started to grow in the 18th century.

Granada: Alhambra Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

Granada: Alhambra Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of a self-guided tour of Granada with your audio guide tourist navigator that comes with GPS navigation. After you have picked up your personal tourist navigator and your entry time for Alhambra Palace, enjoy skip-the-line entry to Alhambra and see the exquisitely detailed Islamic art and architecture of Generalife Gardens, Nasrid Palaces, and Alcazaba Fortress. Your audio guide will provide detailed explanations of Alhambra and Generalife as you walk. After your visit to Alhambra and before giving back the audio guide, discover the city’s best cultural offerings, tapas bars, monuments, and museums. Follow the tips of your GPS navigator, and relax in the evening with a massage, have fun with friends at a great restaurant, play golf, or visit an amusement park.  

Granada: Tour of Alhambra, Generalife, and Nasrid Palaces

Granada: Tour of Alhambra, Generalife, and Nasrid Palaces

Discover the Alhambra, an enriching experience that will leave you amazed by the history, culture, and beauty of this iconic monument. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the Alhambra with a team of experts who love to share their passion for this historical treasure. Meet your guide at the meeting point and head to the Alhambra. Skip the line and enter the complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Generalife, Alcazaba, Nasrid Palaces, and Carlos V. Learn about the history of the Alhambra and its significance to the city of Granada. After your guided tour, feel free to explore the complex at your own pace.

Granada: Alhambra Gardens and Generalife Ticket

Granada: Alhambra Gardens and Generalife Ticket

Discover the impressive Alhambra Gardens at your own pace. Meander through the fascinating gardens of the Alhambra, filled with fountains, hanging plants, and paved pathways. Entry to the Nasrid Palaces is not included with this ticket. Be privy to the atmosphere of Moorish culture and revel in the vegetation surrounding the fortress. Admire the decadent architecture of the Generalife, the palace opposite the Alhambra, once home to the Granadadine kings. Stroll through to the military area, or Alcazaba and take in the fortified sand-colored turrets. Continue your journey through the complex and encounter the Palace of Charles V, the Bath of the Mosque, and any hidden walkways throughout the gardens.

From Malaga: Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra

From Malaga: Granada Full-Day Trip with Alhambra

Enjoy a guided tour of the Alhambra monument, including a visit to the Nazari Palaces. Depart from Malaga and head to Granada and experience the lively city, without worrying about tickets or transfers. After seeing the palace, explore the Generalife Gardens with a guide. Get picked up from Malaga with a comfortable bus transfer and find yourself in the beautiful city of Granada. Once there, explore the world-famous Alhambra Palace, with priority access and no waiting in line. Admire the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife, Alcazaba, and Charles V Palace with a guide, and be amazed by the innovative water features and architecture of the gardens. As you walk, learn the unique history of the last outpost of Muslim Spain. Afterward, stroll through the historic city center of Granada and take in the breathtaking views of the Granada region. Enjoy some free time in the city center to visit the cathedral, have lunch at a local restaurant or simply stroll through the streets and squares. Take a break in one of Granada's famous tapas bars before getting back on the bus for the return trip to Malaga.

Granada: Alhambra and Charles V Palace Tour

Granada: Alhambra and Charles V Palace Tour

Your tour starts at the majestic Gate of Justice, where its sumptuous decorative elements stand out. You will then visit the interior of the fortress to discover the relationship between the Alhambra and the city of Granada, and admire the exceptional views of the Albaicín. Finally you will enjoy the Muslim and Christian buildings within the Alhambra. One of the most interesting places you will visit will be the Palace of Charles V, considered a Renaissance masterpiece. You will also see the ancient San Francisco Convent, a part of the Islamic Medina and the archaeological site of the Palace of Abencerrajes. This is considered as one of the most important families from the Kingdom of Granada. Much of the Alhambra monumental complex can be visited without a ticket, so take advantage of this opportunity to make a historic visit to the Alhambra and its surroundings with a specialist local guide.

Fast-Track Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour

Fast-Track Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour

Learn about the history of Granada on this 3-hour guided tour of the Alhambra and Generalife summer palace. An informative guide will lead you around the vast complex, dating back more than 600 years. Marvel at a magnificent mix of Islamic art and culture. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, the Alhambra was a courtly city where the sultans of the Nasrid Dynasty lived. In addition to the ornate palaces of the sultans, your guide will take you the military fortress for rewarding views of Granada and the surrounding mountains. Then walk over to the Generalife. Built as a place of leisure for the Moorish Kings of Granada in the 14th century, its beautiful gardens are abundant with diverse flora and stunning water features. One writer poetically described it as the "water that cries."

Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

Discover Granada’s most fascinating sights aboard the city train. Create your own itinerary, hop off and back again at your leisure, and discover one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Hop On the Alhambra Route during the day to visit the most important places in the city. Get close to the impressive monument of the Alhambra, enjoy the views from the Mirador de San Cristóbal, or marvel at the Cathedral of Granada, among others. Choose between the two ticket options offered and take a one-way single trip or enjoy the experience to hop on and off as many times as you wish at any of our stops. See the city and discover the points of interest located near the stops. Alhambra Route (Green Line) trains run every 30 – 45 minutes: 1A Alhambra Generalife/Taquillas 1B Alhambra Palacios Nazaríes/Puerta Justícia 2 Cuesta Gomérez 3 Plaza Nueva 4 Paseo de los Tristes 5 Mirador de San Cristóbal/Albaicín 6 Monasterio de la Cartuja 7 Plaza de Toros 8 Catedral/Plaza Romanilla 9 Calle Alhóndiga/Recogidas 10 Plaza Mariana Pineda/El Corte Inglés 11 Calle Molinos/Campo del Príncipe 12 Hotel Alhambra Palace/Carmen de los Mártires

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8 free things to do in Granada for budget travelers
8 free things to do in Granada for budget travelers

Steeped in Moorish history, Granada’s mix of Muslim architecture, bustling souks, and flamenco flair make it one of a kind. And the best part? Many things to do in Granada are unforgettable and won’t cost a thing.

Wander through the city’s oldest plaza, watch the sunset over the medieval Alhambra palace, explore ancient cave dwellings, and stroll through courtyard gardens. This guide to the top free things to do in Granada will help you dive into the local culture without blowing your budget.

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First time in Granada: Everything you need to know
First time in Granada: Everything you need to know

Situated in southern Spain, Granada is one of the country’s most beautiful cities, known for its spirited flamenco dancing, ancient Islamic architecture, and sunny Mediterranean climate.

Whether you’re craving a culinary adventure or to learn more about the city’s ancient history, there’s no shortage of incredible things to do in Granada for first-timers. Wander the elaborate gardens of the Alhambra, embrace the tapas culture, or learn the history behind the city’s cave homes at Sacromonte Cave Museum. This guide covers everything you need to know for your first time in Granada, from the tastiest food to eat to cultural etiquette tips.

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Visit Alhambra Palace: Granada’s medieval Moorish fortress
Visit Alhambra Palace: Granada’s medieval Moorish fortress

Visit the Alhambra Palace to see one of Spain’s finest examples of Moorish architecture. Originating from the Arabic al-qala’a al-hamra, meaning “red castle,” the Alhambra is a red-hued complex rising from the dark green pines of the surrounding hills.

See its beauty unfold through the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens, showcasing a mesmerizing blend of history, art, and astounding views — Granada on one side, the Sierra Nevada mountains on the other. From lion statues guarding fountains to muqarnas arches and pillars engraved into the ceilings like honeycombs, the Alhambra Palace is a must-see landmark in Granada, Spain.

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Discover what makes Granada in summer so special
Discover what makes Granada in summer so special

Your next summer destination should have fair weather, good food, and rich culture. In Europe, you can find all three ingredients in Granada, Spain's enchanting city. Granada has some of the world's oldest examples of Muslim architecture, including the Alhambra. For recreation, enjoy tapas in the neighborhood of Albaicín by day and explore its bars and clubs after dark. The forecast for Granada in summer is often warm and sunny. However you explore, traveling solo, with a partner, or with the whole family, you'll find plenty to love with this ultimate summer guide for your trip to Granada.

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This was definitely the best experience to start our trip to Granada. To be able to e-bike all those hills in Albaicin and Sacromonte with our amazing tour guide Simon, we were able to enjoy an unforgettable experience full of the best views of Granada thanks to his knowledge and expertise of the area. We highly recommend to book a tour with this company, it’s totally worth it.

Such a beautiful and passionate performance! Compliments to all four artists. As a Dutch man I ofcourse can’t judge, but it really felt authentic. A musical and theatrical joy!

Our guide, Christian, was fantastic! Great attitude and energy. Lots of interesting stories and insights.

Fran was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and the tour was a good pace.

Fares is very knowledgeable and friendly. He has patience in teaching you.