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Generalife Gardens
The Generalife Gardens are a must-visit for all first-time visitors to Granada.
Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to do quite a bit of walking.
Don’t forget to bring sun protection, as southern Spain can get very hot.
Strollers are not permitted on the grounds of the Generalife, so plan to bring a baby carrier if needed.
The Generalife Gardens are mostly wheelchair accessible, and there are modified tours that cater to—and include—wheelchairs.
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Admission to the Generalife Gardens typically costs €12.73, which includes entry to the Generalife Palace and Gardens, the Partal, the Alcazaba, and the promenade of the Cypress, Dryland, and San Francisco Gardens. Ticket prices may vary depending on the season and the time of day.
The best time to visit the Generalife Gardens is in the early morning—ideally on a weekday. As for the time of year, it’s best to come in the spring to see the flowers in bloom. To skip the crowds, fall is another good season to visit.
The time you’ll spend exploring the Generalife Gardens depends on if you’re visiting just the gardens, or the wider Alhambra complex. If you’re only seeing the gardens, it’s best to allow at least 1–2 hours to leisurely stroll the grounds. If you’re visiting the Alhambra, the Nasrid Palaces, and the Alcazaba, give yourself at least half a day.
Yes, there are wheelchair-accessible routes at the Generalife Gardens and the wider Alhambra complex, but the site is not fully accessible, because some areas have steps and different levels. If you’d like a sense of the grounds before visiting, a map of accessible routes can be found online; in addition, wheelchairs are available to borrow from the Entrance Pavilion.
Yes, you can take photos in the Generalife Gardens—where you’ll see plenty of stunning courtyards, water features, and plants—as long as they’re for personal use only. Flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks are typically prohibited throughout the Alhambra complex, and the signage usually indicates this.