Guided tour of the Alhambra with Granada Card
This tour combines a 3-hour guided tour of the Alhambra with the Granada Card, all in one booking a perfect way to experience Granada more fully. The guided portion includes access to the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife, the Alcazaba, and the Palace of Charles V. The Granada Card then allows you to continue exploring the city independently, with admission to Granada Cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the Monastery of La Cartuja, the Monastery of San Jerónimo, the Science Park, the Casa de Zafra, the Casa de los Tiros Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Archaeological Museum. It also includes 9 trips on city buses and 1 ride on the tourist train.
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Duration:
- 3 hours
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Availability:
- Every day
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Start time:
- Available for various hours depending on the day (check the calendar for availability)
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Important:
- The start time may be slightly changed depending on the availability of the monument
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Includes:
- Official accredited guide
- Entrance fees to the monument
- Granada City Pass
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Accessibility:
- Partially wheelchair accessible.
- Partially accessible baby stroller.
Detailed information about the visit
COMPLETE ITINERARY THROUGH THE ALHAMBRA AND GRANADA
The guided portion of the tour focuses on the entire Alhambra, and the order may vary depending on the assigned time for access to the Nasrid Palaces, although the route always includes the main areas of the monumental complex. The tour passes through the Generalife, an area closely linked to nature, water, and the ancient orchards; the Secano, where remains of the old medina and the inhabited area within the Alhambra are preserved; the Palace of Charles V, which introduces a different era within the complex; the Alcazaba, the military and defensive zone of the complex; and the Nasrid Palaces, where a fundamental part of the architecture, decoration, and spaces related to the lives of the sultans are concentrated.
GRANADA CARD
After the guided tour of the Alhambra, the Granada Card allows you to continue discovering the city on your own with access to some of its most representative spaces.
- Granada Cathedral
Spain’s first Renaissance cathedral, featuring a 45-meter vault and works by Alonso Cano
- Royal Chapel
Mausoleum of the Catholic Monarchs with access to the crypt where the original lead coffins are located - Cartuja Monastery
A prime example of Andalusian Baroque architecture, with its sacristy considered the “Spanish Sistine Chapel” - Monastery of San Jerónimo
Pantheon of the Great Captain with the first Renaissance cloister in Granada - Science Park
Interactive museum with planetarium and temporary exhibitions - Zafra House
14th-century Nasrid palace in the heart of the Albaicín - Royal Quarters of Santo Domingo
Remains of the Almohad palace with Mudéjar decoration - Sacromonte Abbey
Where the controversial 17th-century relics were found - Casa de los Tiros Museum
The History of Granada Since the Christian Conquest
Transportation included: 9 trips on the red city bus plus a full tour on a sightseeing train that passes by the Alhambra, Plaza Nueva, the Cathedral, the San Cristóbal Viewpoint, the Royal Hospital, and Carmen de los Mártires, lasting 1 hour and 20 minutes.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE ALHAMBRA + CITY PASS TOUR
Before booking, it’s a good idea to be clear about some practical details regarding this tour, as it combines a guided tour of the entire Alhambra with the Granada Card in a single reservation.
Duration:
The guided tour of the Alhambra lasts approximately 3 hours. In addition, the Granada Card allows you to continue exploring other monuments and cultural sites in Granada included in the pass on your own. Departure times for this tour are 9:00 AM and 16:30.
Languages and groups:
The tour is available in Spanish, French, and English.
Prices and rates:
The price is €120 per person for the standard rate and €70 for the junior rate for participants aged 2 to 11.
What’s included:
The reservation includes a 3-hour guided tour of the entire Alhambra, with access to the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife, the Alcazaba, and the Palace of Charles V. It also includes audio guides for groups of more than 10 people and the Granada Card, which provides admission to the Cathedral of Granada, the Royal Chapel, the Monastery of La Cartuja, the Monastery of San Jerónimo, the Science Park, the Casa de Zafra, the Casa de los Tiros Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Archaeological Museum, as well as 9 rides on the city bus and 1 ride on the tourist train.
Meeting point:
The meeting point is the Main Gate of the Alhambra, next to the ticket office, in the area designated for tour guides on Paseo de la Sabika Street. It is important to arrive 20 minutes before the start time.
Accessibility level:
Access to the Alhambra for wheelchair users is different and more limited. In addition, the Management Board itself notes that there is an adapted route for wheelchair users and that strollers are not permitted inside the visitor areas such as the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife, the Alcazaba, and the Partal, although they are allowed on the paths connecting these areas.
Confirmation and bonus:
To process the reservation, you must provide the details of all participants: full name, ID number or passport number, age, and nationality. You must also provide an email address for each customer, as Granada Card tickets are sent via email. Additionally, you must bring your physical ID or passport to the tour.
Familys and pets:
The tour offers a junior rate for children ages 2 to 11. As for pets, animals are not permitted inside the Alhambra, except for guide dogs, service dogs, or therapy and social support animals that are properly certified.
Main Gate of the Alhambra
Next to the ticket offices, in the area designated for guides, on Paseo de la Sabika Street
CANCELLATION AND CHANGES TO THE GUIDED TOUR OF THE ALHAMBRA WITH CITY PASS
The Alhambra tour is NON-REFUNDABLE due to the cancellation policy of the Alhambra Trust, as tickets are non-transferable and are strictly linked to your personal identification.
For the Granada City Pass, you can cancel up to 24 hours before activation without penalty. If you cancel with less notice or do not show up for the Alhambra tour, the City Pass will not be activated and there will be no refund.
BOOK THE ALHAMBRA AND CONTINUE EXPLORING GRANADA
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If you already know the date of your visit, you can book both the guided tour of the entire Alhambra and the Granada Card in a single reservation, which will also grant you access to other sites in Granada included in the pass. Once you complete your purchase, you’ll receive an email with the necessary documentation for the tour and for managing the pass, so be sure to carefully review the details of all participants before confirming your reservation.
Simply choose your time slot, provide the required information for each traveler, and complete the purchase to finalize your visit. Since tickets are non-transferable, it’s important to make the reservation with the correct details and bring your physical ID or passport on the day of the visit.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS OF THE GUIDED TOUR OF THE ALHAMBRA + CITY PASS
FREQUENTLY ASKED ABOUT THE ALHAMBRA TOUR + CITY PASS
The reservation includes a 3-hour guided tour of the entire Alhambra, with access to the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife, the Alcazaba, and the Palace of Charles V. It also includes the Granada Card, which provides admission to the Cathedral of Granada, the Royal Chapel, the Carthusian Monastery, the Monastery of San Jerónimo, the Science Park, the Casa de Zafra, the Casa de los Tiros Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Archaeological Museum, along with 9 rides on the city bus and 1 ride on the tourist train.
No. The guided portion consists of a 3-hour tour of the Alhambra. The Granada Card is then used on your own to access the other monuments and services included in the pass.
Yes. This tour includes access to the Nasrid Palaces as part of the full tour of the Alhambra, along with the Generalife, the Alcazaba, and the Palace of Charles V.
The tour is available in Spanish and English.
To process the reservation, you must provide the information for all participants: full name, ID number or passport number, age, and nationality. Without this information, admission to the monument cannot be guaranteed.
Yes. You must present a physical ID card or passport to enter the Alhambra.
Granada Card tickets are sent via email, so it is mandatory to provide a valid email address for each customer when making a reservation.
Access to the Alhambra for wheelchair users is different and more limited. The tour does not follow the same route as the general tour.
No. Due to the cancellation policy applied to tickets provided by the Alhambra Trust, this tour is non-refundable.
The price is €120 per person for the standard rate and €70 for the junior rate for children ages 2 to 11.
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