Alhambra, Generalife Gardens & optional Nasrid Palaces

3.6
(216 reviews)

3 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience one of Granada’s iconic landmarks on a 3-hour tour of the Alhambra. Embark on a tour of the Alhambra palace complex with a knowledgeable guide. See the Alcazaba Fortress before strolling among the exotic greenery of the Generalife Gardens.

Nasrid Palaces are included only if you select the option that indicates that are included

What's Included

Access to the Nasrid Palaces (if you choose the option)
Entrance to the Alhambra
Proffesional Guide (English or Spanish)
Access to Medina
Access to the Palace of Charles V
Access to the Generalife Gardens
Access to the Alcazaba
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting close to the mural map of the Alhambra at Paseo del Generalife 1F. Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour starts

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    The Alhambra

    The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex, constructed in AD 889 on the remains of Roman fortifications, and then largely ignored until its ruins were renovated and rebuilt in the mid-13th century by the Nasrid emir Mohammed ben Al-Ahmar of the Emirate of Granada, who built its current palace and walls. Thanks to a professional guide, you will learn this and many more important facts about this complex. In addition, you will be able to visit the different buildings that comprise the Alhambra, while you learn in the most pleasant way!

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Generalife

    It is a villa that dates from the beginning of the 14th century and was used as a summer Palace by the Nasrid rulers of the Emirate of Granada in Al-Andalus

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Palace of Carlos V

    The Palace of Carlos V is the former residence of the emperor, in Renaissance style, with a large interior patio.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nasrid Palaces

    Palace complex, residence of the kings of Granada. These palaces enclose within their walls the refinement and delicacy of the last Hispano-Arab governors of Al Andalus, the Nasrids. Access included if you choose the option Three palaces make up this enclosure: El Mexuar, El Palacio de Comares, or Yusuf I and the Palace of the Lions, or Mohammed V. Water, an element that shapes the palace, combining the garden with the architecture, represents purity ; crystal clear water that runs between the marbles of the fountains; water of life that gives richness and freshness to the garden, aesthetic beauty, generosity of the sultan ... a whole world of symbols and stimuli. If you choose the option that includes access you will enjoy this wonderful area of the Alhambra and know all the history behind it from the hand of our guide

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    The Gardens of the Adarves are so named because they are located on the lower walkway of the fortress and it is one of the places from which you can admire one of the most beautiful landscapes in the city.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Amigo Tours Spain

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours

Cancellation Policy

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