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    Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Granada

    Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Granada

    Are You Wondering Which Places To Visit in Granada?

    Granada is a city where there are many places that can be visited depending on the number of days you decide to spend there. Some sites have free access and others require payment to enjoy an unforgettable experience. Here is a list of the top 10 tourist attractions you can see in Granada.

    We also recommend you to plan in advance the reservation of some of the tourist sites to enjoy without worries.

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    1. La Alhambra

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • On its walls are poems and quotations from the Koran
      • The tiles feature symmetrical angles using mathematical principles in order to demonstrate the perfection towards Allah and his greatness
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C30 and C32 “Puerta de la Justicia stop” 7 min walk or “Palacio Emperador Carlos V stop” 6 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • INCLUDES: Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba and Generalife
        • General admission: 19.09 €
        • Reduced admission: 12.73 € (Children between 12 and 15 y/o, EU Citizens over 65 y/o and people with disabilities)
        • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • From October 15 to March 31:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 06 pm
      • From April 1 to October 14:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 08 pm
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    2. Granada Cathedral

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • Its original and complete name is “La Santa Apostólica Iglesia Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación de Granada” (The Holy Apostolic Metropolitan Cathedral Church of the Incarnation of Granada)
      • It was built as one of the most important cities in Europe in the 15th century, and was known as the New Jerusalem
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: “Recogidas station” or “Mendez Nuñez station” 17 min walk both
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
      • Bus: Lines 4, 8, 11, 21, 33, 111, C31, C32 and C34 “Gran Via – Catedral stop”
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • General admission: 6 €
      • Reduced admission: 4.5 € (Students “with student card” and people with disabilities)
      • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • From Monday to Saturday: From 10 am to 06:15 pm
      • Sundays: From 03 pm to 06:15 pm
      • SPECIAL SCHEDULE:
        • January 2 and 6: From 03 pm to 06:15 pm
        • January 5: From 10 am to 06:15 pm
      • Closed: December 24, 25, 31 and January 1
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    3. Royal Monastery of San Jeronimo

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • The tower was rebuilt in the 20th century, since it was demolished during the French occupation in the 18th century
      • Consists of the church and two cloisters, in which on the side are the monks’ cells and multiple chapels built by wealthy families
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
    3. PRICES
      • General admission: 6 €
      • Reduced admission: 4.5 € (Students “with student card” and people with disabilities)
      • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • WINTER SCHEDULE:
        • From Monday to Saturday: From 10 am to 01 pm // From 03 pm to 06 pm
        • Sundays: From 11 am to 01 pm // From 03 pm to 06 pm
      • SUMMER SCHEDULE:
        • From Monday to Saturday: From 10 am to 01 pm // From 04 pm to 07 pm
        • Sundays: From 11 am to 01 pm // From 04 pm to 07 pm
      • Visiting hours may be modified with timetable changes
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    4. San Nicolas viewpoint

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • A perfect place to enjoy a beautiful sunset with amazing views of the city and the Alhambra
      • There are places where you can sit for having some drinks or eat, with a good landscape
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C31 and C32 “Plaza San Nicolás stop” 1 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • Free (public space)
    4. SCHEDULE
      • 24/7
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING
      • NO LINKS

    5. Monastery of Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion (La Cartuja)

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • The tower has a spiral staircase that will take you to the highest part of the monastery
      • It took 3 centuries to finish this architectural monument
      • Has a library that contains one of the most valuable collections of antique books in the world
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: “Caleta station” 22 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
      • Bus: Lines 8 and U3 “Paseo Cartuja – Seminario Diocesano stop” 1 min walk
        • Lines 8, U1, U2 and U3 “Prof. Vicente Callao – Fte Ciencias Educación stop”
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • General admission: 6 €
      • Reduced admission: 4.5 € (Students “with student card” and people with disabilities)
      • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun: From 10 am to 06:30 pm Closing of Doors 06 pm
      • Saturdays: From 10 am to 12:15 pm // From 03 pm to 05:30 pm Closing of Doors 12:45 pm and 06 pm
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    6. Granada Science Park

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • Is the first interactive museum in the region of Andalusia, inaugurated in 1995
      • Inside you can find: a Planetarium, a Biodome, a Museum and a Butterfly farm
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: “Alcázar Genil station” 9 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
      • Bus: Lines 5, 21 and U3 “Fernando de los Ríos – Parque de las Ciencias stop” 2 min walk
        • Line C5 “Doctor Alejandro Otero stop” 6 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • PLANETARIUM:
        • General admission: 2.50 €
        • Reduced admission: 2 € (Seniors over 65 y/o, under 18 y/o and organised groups >15 persons)
        • School admission: 2 € (Youth Card users also)
      • BIODOME:
        • General admission: 6 €
        • Reduced admission: 5 € (Seniors over 65 y/o, under 18 y/o and organised groups >15 persons)
        • School admission: 5 € (Youth Card users also)
      • MUSEUM:
        • General admission: 7 €
        • Reduced admission: 6 € (Seniors over 65 y/o, under 18 y/o and organised groups >15 persons)
        • School admission: 5.50 € (Youth Card users also)
      • MUSEUM + BIODOME:
        • General admission: 11 €
        • Reduced admission: 9 € (Seniors over 65 y/o, under 18 y/o and organised groups >15 persons)
        • School admission: 9 € (Youth Card users also)
    4. SCHEDULE
      • PLANETARIUM:
        • The Planetarium schedule will also be confirmed at the box office
        • In general, a session will be shown every hour
      • BIODOME:
        • From Tuesday to Friday: From 10:15 am to 03 pm (last access at 02:05 pm) and 04 pm to 07 pm (last access at 06 pm)
        • Saturdays and Holidays: From 10:15 am to 07 pm (last access at 06:05 pm)
        • Sundays: From 10:15 am to 03 pm (last entry at 02:05 pm)
      • MUSEUM:
        • From Tuesday to Saturday: From 10 am to 07 pm
        • Sundays: From 10 am to 03 pm
        • Closed: Mondays, January 1 and 6, May 1 and December 25
        • Open on holidays and some holiday eves
      • BUTTERFLY FARM:
        • From Tuesday to Saturday: From 11 am to 06:30 pm
        • Sundays: From 11 am to 03 pm
        • Closed: Mondays
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    7. Hammam al Andalus Arabic Baths Granada

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • A place to relax and disconnect from the outside world
      • Enjoy the waters, rituals and relaxing massages to connect with the Nature inside
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C31, C32 and C34 “Carrera del Darro 33 – Bañuelo stop” 2 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • Prices from 46 € (pp.) up to 179 € (2 pers.)
    4. SCHEDULE
      • From Monday to Sunday: From 10 am to 00 am
      • Opening and closing hours and dates may vary depending on the day and event
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    8. Nasrid Palaces

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • Composed of several palaces of different sultans built throughout the Nasrid dynasty:
        • the Mexuar, the Palace of Comares, the Palace of the Lions and the Palace of the Partal
      • Where the Sultan and his family, the government and the court lived
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C30 and C32 “Puerta de la Justicia stop” 9 min walk or “Palacio Emperador Carlos V stop” 8 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • INCLUDES: Alhambra, Alcazaba and Generalife
        • General admission: 19.09 €
        • Reduced admission: 12.73 € (Children between 12 and 15 y/o, EU Citizens over 65 y/o and people with disabilities)
        • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
      • NIGHT VISIT TO NASRID PALACES:
        • General admission: 10.61 €
        • Reduced admission: 7.42 € (Children between 12 and 15 y/o, EU Citizens over 65 y/o and people with disabilities)
        • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • From October 15 to March 31:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 06 pm
        • Fridays and Saturdays: From 08 pm to 09:30 pm NIGHT VISIT
      • From April 1 to October 14:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 08 pm
        • From Tuesday to Saturday: From 10 pm to 11:30 pm NIGHT VISIT
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    9. Paseo de los Tristes

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • Bordering the “Darro river”
      • With a nice view towards the Alhambra
      • This place takes you to an age with romantic and bohemian airs
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C31, C32 and C34 “Paseo del Padre Manjón – Rey Chico stop”
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • Free (public space)
    4. SCHEDULE
      • 24/7
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING
      • NO LINKS

    10. Generalife Palace and Gardens

    1. DESCRIPTION
      • The “Patio de la Acequia” is the most important part of the Generalife
      • It consists of a set of lands and garden areas where, originally, they were used for farming and cultivation
    2. HOW TO ARRIVE BY UNDERGROUND-TRAM OR BUS
      • Underground-Tram: No nearby stations
      • Bus: Lines C30 and C32 “Puerta de la Justicia stop” 13 min walk or “Palacio Emperador Carlos V stop” 11 min walk
      • ——> PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
    3. PRICES
      • INCLUDES: Alhambra, Alcazaba and Nasrid Palaces
        • General admission: 19.09 €
        • Reduced admission: 12.73 € (Children between 12 and 15 y/o, EU Citizens over 65 y/o and people with disabilities)
        • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
      • GARDENS GENERALIFE AND ALCAZABA:
        • General admission: 10.61 €
        • Reduced admission: 7.42 € (Children between 12 and 15 y/o, EU Citizens over 65 y/o and people with disabilities)
        • Free access: Children under 12 y/o
    4. SCHEDULE
      • From October 15 to March 31:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 06 pm
      • From April 1 to October 14:
        • From Monday to Sunday: From 08:30 am to 08 pm
    5. LINKS FOR BOOKING

    FAQs

    1. What is the best time to visit Granada with few tourists?

    To avoid large crowds when visiting Granada, we recommend you to come in the month of March, where there is not going to be that peak of crowd and it will be much easier to visit the places in a more relaxed way.

    2. What is the best and the worst season for visiting Granada?

    The best season to visit Granada is during the spring, since the weather is pleasant and with mild temperatures, but also it varies quite a lot between day and night, where it can get cold when the sun goes down ( 12 degrees Celsius or 54 Fahrenheit)

    Like in all places of Andalusia, the worst time of the year to visit Granada is during summer, where the heat can be stifling. With extreme heat waves that can reach up to 43 degrees Celsius (109 Fahrenheit)

    3. Are there any specific dress codes for visiting religious sites in Granada?

    While there is no strict dress code, it is advisable to dress modestly when visiting religious sites such as cathedrals or churches out of respect for their significance.

    4. Is it necessary to book tickets in advance for popular attractions in Granada?

    During the peak season, which is usually in March, April and May we recommend to book tickets online in advance for some tourist attractions like “La Alhambra”, Generalife Palace & Gardens and Nasrid Palace, to avoid having large queues.

    5. Are there any famous landmarks or attractions near Granada worth visiting?

    Yes, within a short distance from the city of Granada, you can explore iconic landmarks like: Nerja, a town with beautiful beaches, with a subway cave and its well-known balcony of Europe; Guadix where you can see about 2000 inhabited caves and is only 45 min by car and Sierra Nevada a perfect place for skiing or snowboarding during winter season.

    6. How can I get around the city easily?

    Granada has an amazing public transportation system, with good connections by underground-tram and bus, but we recommend walking within the city, despite the fact that some tourist sites are a bit farther away.