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On this tour we take you to discover the most emblematic spaces of the Alhambra. Our official guides, experts in its history, will accompany you with detailed and entertaining explanations in the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife, two essential jewels for their architectural wealth and symbolic value. The visit also includes the Alcazaba and the Palace of Charles V, thus completing a complete overview of this unique monumental ensemble. An experience designed to know and enjoy the Alhambra in all its essence.

Tickets for the Alhambra can sell out far in advance. But even if you haven’t been organized, you can still enjoy Granada’s signature sight when you book this premium small-group experience with tickets included. Your official guide covers most essential highlights, including the Alcazaba and the Generalife Gardens but excluding the Nasrid Palaces, sharing facts and insights you won’t easily find online. Headsets ensure you hear every word.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this private tour covers many of Granada’s highlights in half a day of sightseeing. Meet your guide in Plaza de Bib-Rambla and see the top attractions in central Granada, including the Royal Chapel of Granada, La Madraza Palace, and Alaicería, home of the old Great Bazaar of Granada.

Feel like a true Granadan on this private tour of Granada’s historic center, strolling around the Cathedral, Chapel Royal and the Albaicín, the world-renowned neighborhood. Get carried away by an experienced local guide and get lost in the tiny and cozy streets of Granada. Its magnificent viewpoints, its atmosphere... A magical city to discover.

We pick up our customers from the port of Motril by very comfortable transport to the Alhambra which is only 1 hour away. Your official guide will be waiting for you to visit the Alhambra World Heritage Site and Palatine City. The Alhambra is a monumental complex built on 14 hectares where the elite lived that was in the service of the Sultans of Banu Al Ahmar of the last Muslim kingdom in the Iberian peninsula.On the tour you will visit the generalife that is the summer palace with all its architectural system that offers a cool microclimate in the hot summer of Granada then cross the remains of the medina where the Sultan's viziers lived and finish the visit with the jewel of the Alhambra that are the Nasrid palaces where the 23 Sultans of the last dynasty lived. After the visit you will be transferred back to your starting point. Maximum excursion time from departure to return is 5 hours

Travel with us to the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries visiting the Cathedral and Royal Chapel of Granada and the Albaicin and Sacromonte, on a half-day tour, performed in 2 parts, in a group of 15 people approximately. The duration of the visit is approximately 4 hours (2h Cathedral + 2h Albaicín and Sacromonte ) 1. The visit to the Cathedral and Royal Chapel will begin at 10:00 h 2. The visit of the Albaicín and Sacromonte will begin at 17:00 in winter (from 1 October to 31 May) and at 18:00 in summer (from 1 June to 30 December september).

Visit the most charismatic and beautiful quarter of Granada under the moonlight, hand by hand with an official tour guide, taking you through alleys, squares, and amazing corners, full of history and tradition. Our tour guides, local young professionals, will show you all the secret corners that visitors could never find by themselves. Fall in love with the views of the majestic Alhambra from the famous San Nicolás viewpoint and take an unforgettable experience back home with you. Iberian, Romans, Goths, Arabs, and Christians have left here their influence and heritage, and all of this is here waiting to be discovered by you.

Discover the most revolutionary guided tour in Granada. We want to offer you a different version than traditional tours. You will visit little-visited and wilder areas of the city. Best of all, it'll be running. Enjoy spectacular viewpoints, unique and lesser-known places. We will leave the city to enter the peri-urban area where we will find wildlife around the most famous monument in Spain, the Alhambra. You just need a pair of running shoes!

From the Olive Tree to Your Mouth: An Experience to Savor The city fades into the distance, and little by little, the Alhambra disappears among hills covered in centuries-old olive trees. The landscape stretches endlessly: perfect rows of trees that have been giving life for centuries to the true treasure of Andalusia… extra virgin olive oil. We arrive at the olive mill, the true heart of production. You walk among conveyor belts, machinery, and steel tanks where the fruit is transformed into liquid gold. Our guide at the mill explains each step: how the olives are harvested, why timing is crucial, and how the oil is preserved with all its aromas and properties. And then comes the magic moment: the tasting. The oil is smelled, felt, and understood. One oil is intense, the other mild… It’s not just about tasting; it’s about learning to recognize the quality, the nuances, the character of each variety.

If you've run out of tickets to visit the Alhambra and want to join a group with official guidance, don't worry. We have the solution for you. You will be able to join a premium group with last minute tickets included and you will not have to give up visiting the Alhambra. You will be guided by an official guide, this guarantees the quality of the visit as the information is fully documented. The Alhambra is undoubtedly one of the most impressive monuments in the world. That is why we take great pride in being your ambassadors in a way. Being a small group visit, you can share knowledge with the guide and the rest of the attendees. In this way, you will not be a mere listener and the visit is much more enriching, dynamic and fun for everyone. Skip the individual queues and access with us through special group access Get to know the monument with an expert Alhambra guide We provide you with an audio system so you can listen to your guide much better

Discover the magical city of Granada at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 3 hours, you can explore emblematic attractions on 2 routes created, discovering the Albaycín, Granada Cathedral, Santa Ana Square or the majestic Alhambra. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. - 3h self-guided tour with + 30 points of interest - This tour includes 3 routes: Granada essential, TOP Albaicín and Sacramonte, and La Alhambra - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian and German Explore iconic attractions and receive food recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.

We will introduce you to the history of Granada. Relive life in the old Moorish district, admire the typical Carmen houses of Albaicín with their patios and gardens. Stroll through the winding and narrow streets which take us on a journey through the kasbah of Marrakech and the grand bazaars of Istanbul. We will show you the very sophisticated hydraulic system (aljibes) developed by the Moors during the golden age of Al Ándalus. In addition we will also take the opportunity to admire the most beautiful sunset in Spain at the San Nicolas viewpoint with a panoramic view of the Alhambra, the Sierra Nevada mountain with the accompaniment of music, dance of Gypsies. With a leisurely, cordial, family atmosphere, we will stroll through the streets of Sacromonte to discover the caves to better understand the most artistic district of Granada: temple of flamenco and zamra. Passion, experience, cordiality, eloquence.

Join a private walking tour of Granada's Albaicin and Sacromonte districts, beginning at the meeting point in Centro. Your expert guide will lead you to Mirador de Los Carvajales and Mirador de San Nicolas, offering breathtaking views of the city. Dive into the rich history of Albaicin with a walkthrough of its narrow streets and hidden corners, learning about its Arabic heritage. Then, explore the vibrant Sacromonte neighborhood, known for its gypsy culture and flamenco music. Conclude your tour at Paseo de los Tristes, soaking in the picturesque surroundings.

This is a unique tour in the city where you will get to know the less known and touristic side of Granada, the caves of San Miguel and Sacromonte. While we all know the caves where they do flamenco shows, less known is the area where the lifestyle has changed little in recent years: self-sustainable caves, without running water or electricity as we understand it, an alternative lifestyle in the middle of the city. We will talk about the process of excavation of the cave, how is the day to day life, the legal situation of these houses, the demands of the neighbors, the problems with the police... A very authentic way to know first hand this neighborhood so unknown, even for the locals of Granada. Wonderful views will accompany us at all times. It requires a moderate level of fitness, as there are many uphill areas, on dirt roads. A different tour, that will not leave you indifferent.

Enjoy this private guided tour that takes place in the day or night so you can enjoy the lights and moonlight that illuminate the Nazari palace

Flamenco en Palacio is a tablao located in the center of Granada, very close to Plaza Nueva, offering pure and traditional flamenco shows without acoustic amplification. Highlights of the experience. - Great artists : Cast with figures such as Raquel La Repompa, María del Mar Fernández, Pedro Gea, Vicente Fernández, La Moneta, Luis Mariano, Luis de Luis, Ana Pastrana, Rafael Ramírez... - Pure flamenco : The show is performed acoustically, without microphones or amplifiers. Excellent visibility : It has an elevated stage that ensures optimal vision from any point.Bar service : Cozy space to have a drink before the function begins. - Useful information for your visitLocation: In the historic center of Granada, a short walk from Plaza Nueva. - Anticipation : It is recommended to arrive 20 minutes before the start time of the show.

Combine a skip-the-line visit to Granada’s iconic The Alhambra with an electric bike or Segway tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte on this 5-hour combo tour, ideal for visitors short on time in Andalucia. Beat lines often in advance of two hours with your skip-the-line ticket to the UNESCO-listed Alhambra and explore the Moorish features and Generalife Gardens with a guide. Then, depending on the option chosen at checkout, you’ll take a Segway or electric bike tour of Albaicin, the city's old Muslim quarter, and Sacromonte, the epicenter of Granada's flamenco scene.

Explore the splendor of Granada’s famous Alhambra and Generalife gardens—and go at your own pace with an audio guide. Visit the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife on your own, while you listen to the storied history and culture of this beloved site, with guaranteed admission to the entire complex.

Our tours express luxury and elegance. If you are a fan of traveling and strolling through the alleys and streets of ancient Spanish cities, then you are here in the right place to find the best team of professional and authoritative guides. This private tour is designed specifically for our clients, adapting to the needs and tastes of people. It takes 3 hours with breaks, skipping the lines. Guided tour of the labyrinthine corridors discovering the secret messages. Far from overloading the visit with fictional stories and disturbing the visitor, we delve into the true stories of the kings, architects and artistic and architectural creations of the Alhambra. This Alhambra tour is ideal for families and small groups who want a more detailed visit of the Alhambra. Save time and visit the highlights of the Alhambra and avoid waiting in long lines of visitors with queue-free access.

Get to know the jewel of Muslim architecture in the West with the help of our professional guides. Because going and seeing is not the same as going and knowing. Our guides, apart from offering historical information about the monument, can read the Arabic inscriptions that adorn the walls of the palaces, which are mostly poems that tell us the history of the place. With us we promise you an unforgettable experience and an indelible memory visiting the most visited monument in Spain.

Built in the beautiful hills of Granada, the Alhambra was originally designed as a fortress complex but was later converted into a Palace. Its allure was evident to the Emirs who chose it as their royal abode, marking the final Muslim rule under the Nasrid Dynasty before the Catholic Monarchs' Reconquest in 1492. The struggle to relinquish it was evident; its majestic design earned it UNESCO's World Heritage status and inspired countless songs, stories, and poems. Our Alhambra Private Tour delves into this vibrant history, unraveling tales of architecture, rulers, intense power struggles, and poignant love stories. IMPORTANT: When you make a request we try to get tickets to Alhambra but in the high season it may not be possible. We will let you know right away and you can get a refund from Viator. The tour is refundable up to 48 hours before it starts; tickets are not * Purchasing tickets at checkout is mandatory in order to take the tour *

Discover with us the most spectacular area of the Alhambra: The Nasrid Palaces. During our night and day visits we will visit these magnificent palaces made up of the Mexuar Palace, the Comares Palace and the Lions Palace. With this guided tour by an official guide and exclusively for you, they can know what the life of its inhabitants was like, what their customs were, the meaning of the symbols, etc. We can visit the palace of Charles V, the only Christian palace in the Alhambra. In addition to the fortress of the Alhambra, its gardens, its emblematic gates and the palace of Generalife. Discover this UNESCO World Heritage monument at your own pace, without crowds, being able to stop to take photos whenever you want and being able to ask all that you want to your guide. Enjoy this experience with an exclusive guide and access with a shorter waiting time.

Maximize your visit to Granada with our exclusive private guided tour of the Alhambra, complete with tickets to all areas of the monument. But wait, there's more! You'll also have the chance to explore other iconic landmarks of the city on your own, such as the Sacromonte Abbey, the Cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the Science Park, and the Monastery of the Jeronimo. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a detailed journey through the most spectacular Islamic monument in Europe, providing you with an unforgettable experience. After the tour, you'll have ample time to further explore and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Granada at your leisure. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to fully experience one of Spain's most cherished cities. Book your private guided tour now!

Local Experience: Being a resident of Granada, my tours go beyond the tourist clichés. I will take you to secret corners, local markets and places that only locals know about, giving you an authentic immersion into the culture and daily life of the city.