Surroundings of the Alhambra History and Nature

Granada, Spain
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Granada
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Experience the environment of the Alhambra from a unique perspective on this tour of its exteriors and historical spaces. Stroll through its monumental forests, admire the ancient walls, and enjoy panoramic views of Granada from little-known viewpoints. Visit the Alhambra Museum and discover pieces that help to understand the history, art, and daily life of the palatine city. Learn from an official guide about the connection of the Alhambra with the historic neighborhoods and its evolution from the Nasrid splendor to the time of the Catholic Monarchs.
Know the Alhambra in a different way. The tour does not include access to areas that require an entrance fee.

Visit the Alhambra Museum
Stroll through the forests and historical surroundings of the Alhambra
Learn from an official guide and discover stories and legends
Enjoy unique views of Granada from little-known spots
Know the relationship of the Alhambra with the historic neighborhoods
Arrive 15 minutes early at the meeting point

What's included

  • Radioguide team
  • Bottled water
  • Meals
  • Entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, gardens, and Generalife is not included.

What to expect

  1. Bosque de La Alhambra
    Pass by
    Walk through the Alhambra Forest, an environment of great beauty that surrounds the monumental complex. Travelers will enjoy a pleasant walk among trees and vegetation while learning about the history and importance of this landscape in the Alhambra, also discovering different perspectives of its walls and towers.
  2. Puerta de la Justicia
    5m
    Discover the Gate of Justice, one of the most emblematic entrances to the Alhambra. During the visit, travelers will be able to admire its impressive monumental architecture, its large arches, inscriptions, and decorative elements, while learning about the history and the function it played as one of the main entrances to the complex. A perfect stop to begin discovering the history, architecture, and legends surrounding the Alhambra.
  3. Plaza de los Aljibes
    5m
    Admire the Plaza de los Aljibes, a large space located between the Alcazaba and the Nasrid Palaces. Travelers will learn about the function of the large water reservoirs that give this place its name and will be able to appreciate how this space connects some of the most important areas of the Alhambra. From here they will also enjoy a magnificent view of the fortress and its surroundings.
  4. Puerta del Vino
    5m
    Know the Wine Gate, one of the most outstanding historical entrances of the Alhambra. Travelers will be able to closely observe its arches, architectural details, and inscriptions while discovering its importance within the organization of the palatine city. During the visit, they will learn some of the stories and curiosities related to this ancient entrance and better understand how the Alhambra was structured.
  5. Church of Santa Maria de la Alhambra
    5m
    Discover the Church of Santa María de la Alhambra and one of the most interesting transformations of the monumental complex. Built on the former site of the great mosque, the church allows one to know a different stage of the history of the Alhambra. Travelers will be able to admire its architecture, discover its main artistic elements, and learn how the space changed after the arrival of the Catholic Monarchs. A stop that allows a better understanding of the historical evolution of the Alhambra and the encounter between its different cultural traditions.
  6. Palace of Carlos V
    10m
    Admire the Palace of Charles V, an impressive Renaissance construction located in the heart of the Alhambra. Travelers will be able to admire its monumental facade and its singular circular courtyard, while learning about the history of the construction and its relationship with the Nasrid complex. The visit allows one to appreciate the contrast between Renaissance architecture and the palaces of Islamic origin surrounding it.
  7. Museum of Alhambra
    30m
    Immerse yourself in the history of the Alhambra through the pieces preserved in its museum. Travelers will visit the Alhambra Museum and will be able to admire a selection of objects and artistic elements related to Nasrid culture and the history of the monumental complex. Through the guide's explanations, they will discover the meaning and function of these pieces and better understand the architecture, art, and daily life of the Alhambra.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for the sign that says "GUIDES". The guide will be waiting there with a visible white scarf and a sign with the agency's logo.

End point

The visit will end in the free access area, near the Palace of Charles V.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Parts of this description were translated automatically.

From
€22.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Vive Granada Tours SL · Booked through Viator
More activities in Granada
From
€22.00 per person
Check availability