Granada: Alhambra Guided Tour including Nasrid Palaces
Discover the magic of the Alhambra on our 3-hour guided tour! Enjoy exclusive access to the Nasrid Palaces, explore the lush Generalife Gardens, and climb the Torre de la Vela for breathtaking views. Our expert guide will share in-depth historical insights and captivating stories, bringing the rich history and intricate architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage site to life. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for this extraordinary and unique monument.
Options
Group Tour
Groups of 25 people or fewer
What's included in Granada: Alhambra Guided Tour including Nasrid Palaces
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Alhambra
Meet your expert guide at the entrance and receive a brief yet captivating introduction to the Alhambra's history, architecture, and significance in both Spanish and Moorish heritage. This tour is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of one of Spain's most celebrated monuments.
Your tour begins in the serene Generalife Gardens, the summer retreat of the Nasrid rulers. As you stroll through these beautifully landscaped gardens, you'll be surrounded by vibrant flowerbeds, ornate fountains, and lush greenery. The garden terraces offer stunning views of Granada and the picturesque countryside, setting a tranquil tone for your experience.
Next, you'll visit the Alcazaba Fortress, the oldest part of the Alhambra. This robust structure stands as a testament to the strategic prowess of the Nasrid Kingdom. Climb the Torre de la Vela for breathtaking views of the Alhambra complex and the city of Granada below, and learn about the fortress's crucial role in the defense of the kingdom.
Inclusions
- Expert, English-speaking Tour Guide
- Visit to the Generalife Gardens
- Entry Ticket to the Alhambra
- Visit to the Palace of Charles V
- Entry Ticket to the Nasrid Palace
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up/drop off
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Due to the current policy of the Alhambra, you must make available to City Wonders the full name, ID or passport number and nationality of each traveler and also present the ID or passport before entering the monument. Without all this data, the entry can be rejected
- Please note that the order of the tour itinerary may be subject to change to ensure the best possible experience for you.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your guide at the main entrance of Alhambra (where the ticket office is located), next to the venue's official "Meeting point / Punto de encuentro" sign (white background, blue hexagone) located in a small gravel esplanade with trees. Your guide will carry a City Wonders flag
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• In order to comply with legal regulations, the venue may request to see the document used for identification at the time of booking. Please bring it with you to avoid being refused entry into the Alhambra. • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. • Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition. • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues once in Spain, please phone +34 900-838432 or the international number (0039) 06 8336 0561. • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended. •We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. • Spain’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours. • Please note that large bags/tripods/umbrellas/backpacks are not permitted and must be checked into the free luggage storage area. Please do not bring these items as you may need to leave the tour early to retrieve them at the entrance. Only very small bags are allowed. • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
