Top Granada Historical Tours - page 3

Explore the palaces, forts, and courtyards of the Alhambra with this guided tour. You'll start with the Nasrid Palaces, followed by a visit to the Alcazaba, the fortress of the Alhambra. Then it's on to Generalife, with its beautiful gardens, courtyards, and pavilions. Throughout the experience, a professional guide will be on hand to provide background and context to the sites you'll encounter.

Discover Granada's eclectic blend of architectural influences on this private tour of the Andalusian city. Wander through the Alcaicería, an ancient Arab souk where you can pick up artisanal souvenirs, and explore the Cathedral and Royal Chapel. Forget being herded around with loads of other travelers, on this private walking tour of Granada’s historic heart you’ll have your guide’s undivided attention.

Explore Jaén’s beautiful historic center with an expert guide on a walking tour that covers the city’s key landmarks. You’ll learn the stories behind the sites as you stroll a route that takes in the Renaissance Jaén Cathedral, Arab baths, an air-raid shelter from the Spanish Civil War, and more. It’s a great orientation to some of Jaén’s oldest neighborhoods, and features the mysterious legend behind a local monument.

Enjoy a tranquil break from the sightseeing in Granada’s Hammam Al Ándalus, opulent Arabian baths located in the heart of the historical Old Town. Relax amid candle-lit walkways and beautifully designed pools; then, indulge with a massage. Submerge yourself in the soothing waters of a thermal bath and inhale the scented aromas of the steam room while sipping fresh mint tea. Upgrade your experience to add an exfoliating body scrub.

Discover the legacy of Spain’s powerful Nasrid dynasty on a private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Alhambra citadel and Generalife Gardens in Granada. From Moorish sultans to Catholic kings, hear stories from the centuries of rulers who occupied this stunning royal complex and adjacent gardens while an official guide reveals the secrets behind their multicultural history and design.

Discover Granada’s iconic Alhambra on a guided walking tour with two flexible options. Choose the complete 3-hour experience with skip-the-line access to the Alhambra, including the Nasrid Palaces and the stunning Generalife Gardens, while learning about Moorish architecture and royal life. Or, opt for a 2-hour tour exploring the scenic surroundings—such as the Alhambra Forest, Gate of Justice, Plaza of the Cisterns, and Palace of Charles V—perfect for those who prefer to stay outside the monument.

The magnificent UNESCO-listed palace of Alhambra is Granada’s most visited attraction and a must-see for first-time visitors. On this tour, combine a guided morning tour of the Alhambra—including the Generalife gardens, the Nasrid Palaces, and the Alcazaba—with a night tour of the atmospheric Albaicin and Sacromonte neighborhoods, known for their historic caves and flamenco bars.

This guided Segway tour of Granada offers a fun and memorable way to see the city’s landmarks while learning about its history. You’ll visit the gardens of the magnificent Alhambra, follow the medieval streets of Albaicin, and see the Roma cave homes of Sacramonte, among other essential sights of the Andalucian city. Sightseeing by Segway lets you cover more of Granada’s hilly topography than you could on foot while still getting an intimate view of the place.

Skip crowded walking tours with this private tour of Granada's Sacromonte district. Leave the planning and logistics of the tour to your guide as they lead you through the historic quarter, gently hiking up the winding Sacromonte hills and into the Roma caves dwellings. Learn about the area's history and flamenco culture as you go, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Learn the history of two of the most important monuments of Granada with an official guide: The Madrasah and the Royal Chapel of Granada. First, we will visit the Royal Chapel, one of the most important monuments of Granada. Here lie Isabel and Fernando, alongside their daughter Juana I and son-in-law Felipe the Handsome. Then we will walking to the Madraza, the first Islamic university of Granada. Built in the 14th century, this splendid work of architecture is still part of the city's University.

Are you looking for a way to see Albaicín and Sacromonte without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Wind your way through the heart of the Albaicín, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in charm and dotted with historical sights • Hear from the producer, Ben Barclay who's part owner of treksierranevada.com, which offers guided and self-guided hikes • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. • Use the virtual tour option at home. Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go." Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Get to know in detail the Historic Center of Granada from the hand of an exclusive Official Guide for your group. This private tour allows you to discover the impressive history of this area, asking all the questions you need. The Cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the Alcaicería… We could spend days talking about the history of these places. In this private tour we propose a temporary trip that will allow us to know exclusively the origins of this area and how, over the years, it became the center of the city of Granada, as we know it today. Architecture, culture and history come together on this guided tour.

The beautiful city of Granada can be tricky to explore by car or bus due to the many pedestrianized streets in its historic center. Save time walking around and make your time go further by choosing this guided Segway tour. After meeting your guide, head off on a group tour to see the Plaza Nueva, the Albayzin neighborhood, the Mirador de San Nicolas, and plenty of examples of stunning Moorish architecture.

Explore a pair of Granada's oldest and most atmospheric quarters on a walking tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte neighborhoods. Learn about the city's Muslim and Gypsy heritage as your guide shares stories of the characters and legends that lend the historic streets their mystique. See the distinctive cave houses of Sacromonte, stroll through charming plazas, and take in stellar views of Granada's crown jewel, the Alhambra.

Half-day route to get to know Granada in depth. Tour the 4 main historic neighborhoods of Granada: Centro, Realejo, Albaicín and Sacromonte. You will know the 4 cultures that have shaped Granada over the centuries: Christians, Muslims, Jews and Gypsies. All this in a small group to favor personal contact and improve coexistence with the environment. We will also enjoy a break with tea, Arabic sweets and breathtaking views of the Alhambra. This tour avoids traffic on traffic streets and is set to pass through public fountains and water pillars.

Enjoy pure flamenco in the heart of the city! Granada is the land where this impressive art of flamenco was born. Do not miss the possibility to listen, see and feel the natural and authentic flamenco live. Every night a singer, a guitarist, a dancer and a dancer will interpret this art for you. Many of them belong to recognized Sacromonte families. Our tablao is located in the historic center of Granada, in Plaza Nueva, at the foot of the Alhambra and Albaicín.

Make the most of your vacation time in Granada by booking this skip-the-line private tour of the famous Alhambra. This top Granada attraction often has long lines, which you breeze right past with your prepaid tickets and dedicated guide. You and your party follow your private guide through the fortress complex to see and learn about the most important features, listening to in-depth commentary on the history and architecture of the site.

Discover the old Moorish quarter of Granada—Albaycin (also known as Albayzin)—and the “gitano” (Spanish Romani) district of Sacromonte in a day with this small-group guided tour. Access spectacular views of the Alhambra, and learn about the history of these two atmospheric UNESCO World Heritage-listed neighborhoods without putting in the research time, as a guide provides fascinating commentary throughout.

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Alhambra during this 2.5-hour walking tour. Discover the history of this emblematic structure back to its Moorish roots as you stroll through the opulent royal palace. Learn about the last historically Arabic city in Spain and listen to stories of its origins as a military fortress from your guide. Admire the beautiful architecture and surrounding areas as you walk around the complex.

Stroll through the scenic neighborhoods of Albayzin and Sacromonte at sunset on this walking tour. Take in views of the Alhambra from a lookout in San Nicolas as the sun sinks. Accompanied by your guide, learn about the history of the neighborhoods and snap photographs in the fading light.

Take a private tour of the Cathedral and Royal Chapel of Granada (Capilla Real) with a guide who is an expert on all things Granada. As you explore with just your personal group and guide, you'll hear about the Christian influence over Granada during the 16th century, and discover the precious art and architecture that abounds around the monuments.

Experience an alternative and adventurous side of Granada when you embark on this nighttime tour. Equipped with headlamps to help navigate the darkness, explore the Albayzin (Granada’s ancient Muslim district), chart the caves of Sacromonte, wander through the Dehesa del Generalife park, admire nighttime views from the Silla del Moro, and otherwise discover a side of the city that most tourists miss.

Discover the whitewashed mountain villages called "Las Alpujarras" on a small-group tour from Granada to Lanjarón, Pampaneira, the Poqueira Valley, and Capileira. With a driver to handle the winding roads into the mountains, you can focus on exploring as you cover the dramatic terrain. Along the way, pause to stroll through picture-perfect villages and some of the most iconic of the Alpujarra towns.

Discover the two most authentic and authentic neighborhoods of Granada: the Albaicín and the Sacromonte. First, we will go to the Albaicín, an old Muslim quarter, declared a World Heritage Site, that will take us to the viewpoint of San Nicolás, with the best views of the Alhambra. Later, we will enter the Sacromonte neighborhood, recognizable by its caves, where minority groups came to settle after the Castilian conquest. Currently the Sacromonte has a great relationship with the art of flamenco, since the caves were reused by the gypsy community for that purpose.