Granada, Spain

Granada

The Alhambra palace above the white lanes of the Albaicín.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Granada

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Alhambra and the Generalife gardens; book tickets weeks ahead.
  2. AfternoonWalk up through the Albaicín to the Mirador de San Nicolás.
  3. EveningGo from bar to bar; in Granada a free tapa comes with every drink.

Day 2

Visit the Sacromonte cave houses or ski or hike in the Sierra Nevada.

What to eat

Free tapas and piononos, small rolled cakes from Santa Fe.

Local tips

Make the most of Granada

Beat the crowds

Alhambra tickets sell out weeks ahead: book as early as you can. Your Nasrid Palaces time slot is strict.

Best photo spot

The Alhambra at sunset from the Mirador de San Nicolás in the Albaicín quarter.

Getting there

Buses connect the centre with the Alhambra. The Albaicín is steep; small buses climb it.

Don't miss nearby

The Sierra Nevada mountains, with snow in winter, about 45 minutes away.

Good to know

In many bars a small tapa comes free with your drink. The Alhambra gardens can be visited with the general ticket.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Granada

Getting there

  • Granada Airport (GRX)16 km away
  • Málaga Airport (AGP)100 km away
  • Málaga90 km away
  • Córdoba130 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySpain

Questions

Granada: good to know

Is Granada worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. The Alhambra palace above the white lanes of the Albaicín.

How many days do you need in Granada?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Granada?

You can visit all year. Alhambra tickets sell out weeks ahead: book as early as you can. Your Nasrid Palaces time slot is strict.

How do you get to Granada?

The nearest airport is Granada Airport (GRX), about 16 km away. Buses connect the centre with the Alhambra. The Albaicín is steep; small buses climb it.

What is there to see near Granada?

Nearby hidden places include Nerja Caves & Maro Cliffs (52 km), El Torcal de Antequera (88 km) and Málaga (90 km).

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