Generalife

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.

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.

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.  

Discover the Alhambra, the major symbol of the Nasrid dynasty and one of the most visited monuments in Spain. Accompanied by an official guide, review the history and art of this unique monumental combination, testimony to the splendor of the Nasrid dynasty. The journey begins when you meet with your guide at the meeting point to begin a fascinating journey through the siglos of history. Passing through the Alcazaba, the oldest fortress of the Alhambra, from its defensive towers — such as the emblematic Torre de la Vela — you will be able to enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Albaicín and the rest of the city. Passing through the heart of the complex: the Nasrid Palaces. Here you will discover the impressive patios of Islamic inspiration, the rooms decorated with intricate yesteryears and the private spaces where the Granada sultans resided. The guide will reveal to you the architectural secrets and the legends that surround these opulent palaces. Continuing the experience, you will pass by the gardens of the Generalife, the recreation hall of the Nasrid Kings. Enjoy the sound of the water, the delicacy of its sources and the beauty of its vegetation, which offer a rest of peace with unparalleled views.

See the Alhambra Palace, a must-see for any visitor in the city of Granada. This Unesco World Heritage Site boasts attractive and elaborate rooms, a monumental and historic position, and exquisitely detailed Islamic art and architecture. If you choose a complete guided tour, transform your visit into an extraordinary experience, rich with knowledge and history with an official local guide. Your expert interpreter of Granada’s heritage will escort you through every part that forms the “Red Fortress". Your guide will also answer any additional questions you may have about this spectacular monument. Explore the Alcazaba fortress, formerly a military precinct and the most antique area of the Alhambra complex. Marvel at the Nasrid Palaces including the Palace of Mexuar, the Palace of Comares, and the Palace of Leones. Finally, discover the Generalife, the sultan’s summer palace situated east of the Alhambra and surrounded by wide gardens filled with a great variety of vegetation, framed by a beautiful Islamic landscape. Alternatively, opt to explore the surroundings of the Alhambra. This option does not include entry tickets to the Alhambra but instead visits the surroundings around two hours. Follow your guide as you explore the Alhambra Forest, Puerta de la Justicia, Plaza de los Aljibes, and Palace of Charles V.

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.

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.

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."

Follow the route taken by the writer Washington Irving and see the Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens (if option selected). Your guide will transport you into the magical world of the Arabian Nights as you explore beyond Moorish architecture to learn about the palace's history. Your guide will lead you through every part that forms the “red fortress” and will also answer any queries that you may have about this spectacular monument. Marvel at small and narrow streets if you select the optional tour of the unique and magic district of Albayzin If option selected, explore the surroundings of the Alhambra on your own, this option does not the Alhambra tickets, you will see ancient towers and stunning views of Granada. Discover hidden paths, shaded by cypress trees and admire the Charles V Palace.

Step into the magical realm of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra complex as night falls with these entry tickets. Watch the monumental site, rich in history, beauty, and culture, transform into a serene oasis under the moonlight. Pre-book your night entry to explore the lush Alhambra Gardens and Generalife, or the grand Nasrid Palaces and Charles V Palace. Escape the daytime crowds and admire the Alhambra in a different light with a visit under the moonlight. Enter the Access Pavilion and continue through the Promenade of the Walnut Trees of the Generalife. Through this walkway, access the north area of the New Gardens of the Generalife, reaching the Palace of the Generalife. Alternatively, see the residences used by Nasrid sultans for themselves and their courts with a visit to the Nasrid Palaces. While breathtaking during the day, they take on a mysterious charm after sunset. Walk through the Mexuar, Palacio de Comares y Palacio de los Leones, and Charles V Palace. Experience the reduced crowds and the enveloping silence enhance the site's majesty, offering a tranquil and romantic experience.