Alhambra : Guided Tour & Ticket Nasrid Palaces Guaranteed

4.5
(96 reviews)
Granada, Spain

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Experience the Alhambra unforgettable. We guarantee your entrances to the coveted Nasrid Palaces, ensuring a complete and stress-free visit, so you can enjoy every detail without worry. Our expert Official Guide will accompany you during 3 hours of historical immersion, revealing the best kept secrets of the Alcazaba, the Generalife and the exquisite Nasrid architecture, while sharing curiosities and legends that give life to every corner. The professional management of our tour ensures a smooth experience, allowing you to make the most of your time and be surprised at the artistic and cultural richness of this unique enclave. We offer you the most reliable and profound way to connect with the history of Granada, culminating in the sublime climax of the Nasrid Palaces, where your access to this incomparable gem, considered an eighth wonder of the world, is guaranteed with the highest quality and comfort.

What's Included

Priority access to avoid queues at the main ticket office.
Use of personal audio devices for the explanation of the guide.
Guaranteed admission to Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba and Generalife.
Expert Official Guide Service for a full 3-hour dive.
Official ticket to the monumental set of the Alhambra.al complete
Transfer to the meeting point or hotel pick-up
Meals, drinks or personal expenses.
Tips for the guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For internal organisation, we will confirm the meeting point via email a few days before the visit.

End point

The tour ends near this meeting point. For internal organizational reasons, the place of completion may vary.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    The Alhambra

    We will meet at a central point easily accessible around the Alhambra. Your Expert Official Guide will warmly welcome you and deliver your tickets to the monument. (The exact meeting place will be confirmed a few days before the visit to ensure maximum punctuality.)

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Generalife

    We started the tour where the Sultans sought peace. We will enter the Generalife Palace, an oasis of water, light and lush vegetation. We will witness the Patio de la Acequia, where the hydraulic ingenuity of the Nasrids creates an unrivalled sound and visual spectacle. The atmosphere will allow us to perceive the aromas of the garden and enjoy the fountains without the feeling of being surrounded by crowds.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    We will tour the Paseo de las Torres, where each fortification keeps its own legend and reveals the importance of the defensive system of the citadel. Afterwards, we will go into the remains of the Medina, the ancient Palatine city of the officials, where your guide will reveal stories, curiosities and the daily life of those who inhabited the Alhambra.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Palace of Carlos V

    We pause in the Renaissance masterpiece that is the Palace of Charles V. We will admire the boldness of its circular architecture and its impressive courtyard. This palace is the symbol of the historical and cultural change of Granada and the monument.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Alcazaba

    We will explore the Alcazaba, the oldest military sector, from whose battlements you can enjoy the most impressive and photogenic views of the city, with the Albaicín at the foot and Sierra Nevada as a backdrop.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Nasrid Palaces

    We reach the beating heart of the Alhambra. The visit to the Nasrid Palaces is a moment of pure wonder. We will contemplate the peak of Islamic art: from the perfection reflected in the Patio de los Arrayanes to the mystical stillness of the Patio de los Lions. Here, light and architecture come together in a dance of filigree, stucco and poetry. Prepare for a luxury finish, sublime beauty and unforgettable contemplation.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tickets cannot be reimbursed due to the strict policy of the Board of the Alhambra
Supplied by Discovering Spain

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