Guided tour to Alhambra with Generalife, Alcazaba and Carlos V

4.8 (62 reviews) Granada, Spain
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Duration2h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Discover the majesty of the Alhambra with our official guides, who will accompany you on an unforgettable tour of this emblematic site.

Please note that access to the Nasrid Palaces is not included in this visit. However, we will tour the rest of the monumental complex: Gardens, Generalife, Alcazaba, Palacio del Partal and Palacio de Carlos V.

Explore the imposing Alcazaba that offers panoramic views of Granada. Stroll through the Partal Palace with its arches and ponds, marvel at the Palace of Charles V and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Generalife Gardens, an oasis where architecture and nature merge in a magical setting. Our guides will accompany you, sharing captivating stories about the history and culture of these places, offering you an unforgettable experience in this World Heritage Site.

Book now and discover the Alhambra like never before!

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What's included

  • Entrance Gardens, Generalife and Alcazaba
  • Audio system
  • Not mentioned above

What to expect

  1. Alcazaba
    20m · Admission ticket included
    We will visit the military part offering explanations of the defensive structure of the palatine city of the Alhambra, we will go up to the Torre de la Vela to enjoy the spectacular views of Granada, Albaicín and Vega de Granada, explaining the function that the tower had and what it It happens with the Christian conquest. You will visit the Jardín de los Adarves and the Puerta de las Armas.
  2. Palace of Carlos V
    10m · Admission ticket included
    We visit the 16th century building with an explanation of its facades and the main courtyard, an explanation of its construction, symbols and we indicate the location of the museums it houses.
  3. 35m
    The public area of the Alhambra is covered, explaining the structure of the city, commenting on Christian modifications such as the church of Santa María de la Alhambra and the convent of San Francisco, currently converted into a national hostel that was the burial place of Queen Elizabeth. We visit the area of the dry land where the ruins of the Palacio de los Abencerrajes are located, a very prominent family of the Nasrid court and the area of the Medina where we will see ruins of the workshops and ovens that they used to build the decorations.
  4. Generalife
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Tour of the Cerro del Sol hill where we will see the Nasrid orchards and the Christian labyrinth gardens of the Generalife, explanation of the flora of the gardens and the fruits that were produced in the orchards. Visit to the Generalife Palace and explanation of its physical communication with the city of the Alhambra. Patio de Polo, Patio de la Guardia, Patio de la Acequia where we will see the summer house of the Sultan, Patio de la Sultana with the cypress and tall gardens. Exit from the enclosure through the Paseo de las Adelfas.
  5. Palacio El Partal
    10m · Admission ticket included
    We will visit the Partal Palace with its portico, pool and gardens that surround it

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our visitor reception point "Alhambra Meeting Point" is located a few meters from the ticket office of the Alhambra and the Generalife.

End point

The tour will end next to the Palace of Charles V. Transfer is not included, so the client can stay on site if they wish.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Babies cannot access strollers, only carrying backpacks
  • Not recommended for people with reduced mobility

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.8 (62)

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