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- Spanish
Have you already purchased your access ticket to the Alhambra (Gardens, Generalife and Alcazaba) and want to join a guided group?
We put at your disposal the best official guides in the city to get to know the Alhambra. Important: We remind you that the access ticket is not included in this service and neither is access to the Nasrid Palaces.
You must choose your starting time and we will take care of organizing the guided tour.
The visit lasts 3 hours to thoroughly explore the Gardens, Generalife, Alcazaba, Palacio del Partal and Palacio de Carlos V. Learn about the fascinating history and architecture as you stroll through the lush Generalife gardens and marvel at the decorative details of the palace. Immerse yourself in the splendid Nasrid architecture and live an unforgettable experience in this World Heritage Site.
Book now with Granada Turismo y Ocio to enjoy the Alhambra like never before.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our visitor reception point "Alhambra Meeting Point" is located a few meters from the ticket office of the Alhambra and the Generalife.
Itinerary
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1Alcazaba
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Palace of Carlos V
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
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.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Generalife
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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Palacio El Partal
We will visit the Partal Palace with its portico, pool and gardens that surround it
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The visit to Nasrid palaces is not part of this tour
- Not recommended for people with reduced mobility
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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