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Madrasah of Granada: Our most recommended tours and activities

Granada: Historic Center and Lower Albaicin Walking Tour

1. Granada: Historic Center and Lower Albaicin Walking Tour

Discover the most beautiful squares in the city and enter the lower part of the Albaicin neighborhood on this guided walking tour of Granada. Learn about the multicultural history of the city as you see monuments such as the Corral del Carbón, the Alcaiceria, and Plaza Bib Rambla. Meet your guide in the heart of the city, by the monument to the Catholic Kings, Ferdinand and Isabella. Learn about the fascinating history of Granada and its significant Islamic heritage, as well as the Reconquista which concluded in Granada in 1492. Stroll through the historic center with your guide and see historic buildings such as the Alcaiceria, Church of Saint Ana, the Royal High Court, the Giants Fountain in Plaza Bib Rambla, the Madraza, the Cathedral, the Royal Chancillería, and the Royal Jail. Explore the lower part of the Albaicin neighborhood, with its narrow charming streets which evoke memories of its Moorish past. Stop at a stunning viewpoint of the Alhambra, Granada's most famous landmark, to take spectacular photos.

Granada: Royal Chapel and Historical Center Walking Tour

2. Granada: Royal Chapel and Historical Center Walking Tour

Don’t miss this opportunity to visit the most important historical sites of the city of Granada accompanied by an experienced guide. Start your tour in Plaza Bib-Rambla, a square which used to be the entrance to the city. Here you’ll see where the “Gate of Ears” used to stand and learn the story behind this name.   The next point on your tour is the Alcaicería, an Arabian marketplace full of narrow and winding walkways. Pick up some souvenirs, or just marvel at the vast variety of goods available, including gorgeous silks and fragrant spices.   Continuing on, your next stop will be the highlight of your day: the Royal Chapel, where the marble tombs of historical royals are located. Here lie Isabella and Ferdinand, alongside their daughter Joanna I and son-in-law Phillip the Handsome.   Finally, head to the historic center of town to see La Madraza, the first Islamic university of Granada. Built in the 14th century, this splendid work of architecture is still part of the city’s University.

Granada: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

3. Granada: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour at the Fuente de las Granadas, in the city center! Visit the Básilica Ntra. Ms. de las Angustias with its unique architecture and explore Fuente de las Batallas with its unique beauty. Snap a photo of Granada Town Hall and get lost in the historic Plaza de Bib-Rambla. Learn about the history Cathedral of Granada built over a mosque. Even the famous Palacio de la Madraza will fill up your mobile phone memory. Admire the Plaza de Isabel la Católica with its imposing bronze statue. The Puerta de las Granadas will transport you to another era, while the Pilar de Carlos V will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour. Download the ‘’World City Trail ‘’ app from the store. Then start your tour and enjoy!

Granada City Exploration Game and Tour

4. Granada City Exploration Game and Tour

Combine the excitement of a sightseeing city tour with a game fun on this self-guided smartphone walking tour in Granada. Find attractions easily with the app's navigation function. Download the app and start the game by going to the first location. Use observation, logic, imagination, and teamwork to solve the riddle at each location, the riddles are always hard. Pause the app at any point if you want to take a break, stop for coffee, or spend some more time visiting one of the sights. Play the game at your own pace. Start your tour at the Fuente de las Granadas, in the city center! Visit the Básilica Ntra. Ms. de las Angustias with its unique architecture and explore Fuente de las Batallas with its unique beauty. Snap a photo of Granada Town Hall and get lost in the historic Plaza de Bib-Rambla. Learn about the history Cathedral of Granada built over a mosque. Even the famous Palacio de la Madraza will fill up your mobile phone memory. Admire the Plaza de Isabel la Católica with its imposing bronze statue. The Puerta de las Granadas will transport you to another era, while the Pilar de Carlos V will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour.

Granada: Cathedral Guided Walking Tour

5. Granada: Cathedral Guided Walking Tour

Starting from outside the main entrance of the Madrasah of Granada, meet your tour guide and enjoy skip-the-line access to the Palacio de la Madraza, the first university or higher education school of the Arabs dating back to the 14th century. Explore the astonishing building with its incredible array of different colors and techniques, which are reminiscent of the famous Alhambra palace. Then it is time to visit the Cathedral of Granada, built over the Nasrid Great Mosque of Granada, it is a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance style and is one of the biggest cathedrals in Spain. Enjoy a guided tour that is sure to surprise with the inside being completely white. See the altarpiece that is very different from other cathedrals and that was made to bury the Austrian royal family. Understand more of the local culture of this marvelous city from your expert guide on a tour that you are sure to love and take away fond memories from.

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What people are saying about Madrasah of Granada

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 12 reviews

La guia fue muy amable, este tour no cuenta con la visita a la capilla donde estan los reyes cristianos, lo tuvimos que hacer asi por temas de tiempos, tengan en cuenta esto las personas que estan tomando este tour. La explicación es muy clara, el tour realmente vale la pena.