The Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain is a magical place that evokes a sense of adventure and wonder. Located near Sierra Nevada, it is a glorious citadel of sultan palaces and ornate gardens that was once the seat of the last Arab kingdom in the Iberian Peninsula. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a treasure trove of Moorish architecture and a must-see for any traveler. Visiting the Alhambra is an experience like no other, but it can be overwhelming if you don't plan ahead.
Access to the Alhambra is strictly limited to a certain number of visitors each day, so it is highly recommended to book in advance. This guide will provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your visit, from skip-the-line tours to self-guided hikes. The recommended tour of the Alhambra lasts approximately 2.5 hours and has a length of 3.5 km. The order of visit to the different parts of the monument must be made according to the time slot that appears at the entrance to access the Nasrid palaces.
Skip-the-Line Tours
If you want to experience a complete visit and not miss any details, skipping the lines and having a guide for you, here are the best visits to the Alhambra. Explore the Alhambra and the Generalife on this skip-the-line walking tour, led by a professional English-speaking local guide. This tour guarantees that you will have a ticket to the Alhambra (remember that there are a limited number of tickets per day) and allows you to visit the Alhambra with a minimum of effort. You won't have to wait in line, and transfers to and from the hotel are included. With a priority access pass, you'll be able to enter this monument before it gets crowded, and you'll set out on a tour of the Alhambra complex with an expert guide who speaks English.Your tour includes a walk through the palatial city of the Alhambra, the fortress of the Alcazaba, the summer palace and gardens of the Generalife and the old Medina.
Self-Guided Hikes
If you prefer to explore on your own, there are several self-guided hikes available. These hikes include detailed step-by-step tours with all the instructions and practical information needed to get from one highlight to another. Your ticket must be an “afternoon visit”, in which case you can visit all other parts of the Alhambra during the afternoon visiting window, and then you will only have to be at the Nasrid Palaces to make your reservation.Small Group Tours
For those who want to learn more about history and art without getting lost in large crowds, small group tours are available. Enjoy this tour of the Alhambra with your own guide and explore the best representation of artistic, cultural and scientific development achieved in Al-Andalus in its last period.The small-group guided tour of the Alhambra and Generalife takes about 3 hours, which seems like enough time to see what you need to see and learn some history.
