Overview
A unique experience visiting and getting to know the jewel of Spanish-Muslim architecture in the West, the Alhambra, at the hands of a professional official guide who knows how to read the Alhambra through the poetry and Arabic inscriptions that cover the walls of the Nasrid palaces and through which they tell us the history of the monument. visit the gardens and orchards of the sultans as well as their summer palace El Generalife.
Visit and learn about the jewel of the Spanish Renaissance represented in the Palace of Emperor Charles V.
All this makes your visit a very special experience and an unforgettable memory.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guided tour in Spanish, Arabic or English
Sometimes we are forced to change schedules to adapt to the schedule of the Nasrid palaces
The starting times are approximate and depend on the availability of monument tickets.
Guided tour in only one language
Radio guide service to listen to the guide's explanations when there are more than 7 people
Guided tour of the Alhambra with tickets to the Nasrid palaces, Alcazaba, and the Generalife
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is the steel map at the front door of the Alhambra, near the ticket office. You can get to the meeting point on foot (30 minutes walk from Plaza Nueva) or by bus C30 or C32 that leaves from Plaza Isabel la Católica
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
On the day of the excursion, your guide will facilitate your entry before starting the visit.
What to expect
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1 hour
On the tour we visit the Generalife palace and gardens. This is the rest area for the Nasrid sultans. There we will learn about the irrigation system used by the Nasrid sultans and what they did to bring water from the Darro River to the Generalife. We will enjoy the oldest garden palace in Europe.
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Palace of Carlos V
30 min
After visiting the Generalife Palace and Gardens, we will pass through the Medina, which is the place where the workers lived and where they had their jobs to serve the court. We later arrive at the palace of Emperor Charles V, there we will visit this jewel of the Spanish Renaissance in the palatine city of the Alhambra.
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Nasrid Palaces
1 hour 15 min
We also visited the most important area of the Alhambra, the royal house or the Nasrid palaces. There are three palaces that have different uses. The Mexuar palace, the Comares palace and finally the famous palace of the lions.
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Alcazaba
15 min
We will also visit the Alcazaba or the military fortress that defended the Alhambra, we will see the Military neighborhood where the elite soldiers in charge of defending the Sultan and the Alhambra lived and we will enjoy wonderful views of Granada and the Albaicín neighborhood.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Madrid).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Ticket and visit to the Alhambra and the Generalife
Can I cancel Ticket and visit to the Alhambra and the Generalife for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
What's included?
- Guided tour in Spanish, Arabic or English
- Sometimes we are forced to change schedules to adapt to the schedule of the Nasrid palaces
- The starting times are approximate and depend on the availability of monument tickets.
- Guided tour in only one language
- Radio guide service to listen to the guide's explanations when there are more than 7 people
- Guided tour of the Alhambra with tickets to the Nasrid palaces, Alcazaba, and the Generalife
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Palace of Carlos V, Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Arabic, English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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