Alhambra Entradas y Tours

• Visit the Nasrid Palaces, also known as “The Royal Complex.” Here, you’ll explore the three royal houses: Mexuar, Serallo and the Harem.

• Testify the legend of how Charles V intended on destroying the winter palace; find the rest of his attempt in El Patio de Los Arrayanes, also best known for its bright green colored pond just right in the center of the court.

• Admire the twelve lions fountain, one of the most prominent examples of a Muslim sculpture, set in the middle of The Court of Lions. While you’re there, take a look at the 124 white marble columns with fine shafts, surrounding the patio.

• Relive the terror of the last sultan of Granada, as you stand in the Hall of the Abencerrajes. Listen to the legends of how the Sultan massacred his guests in that very same space.

• Feel like a royal as you stroll the Palacio de Generalife, just like the royal family did in their summer palace.

When visiting the main areas of the Nasrid Palaces, don’t forget about your Instagram followers. Gotta make that feed stand out, right? Here are some photo op ideas for you:

• Stand in front of The Fountain of the Lions for a perfect shot of The Court of the Lions and its impressive columns. 

• Snap that magical mid summer’s night pic as you gaze at the palace under the moonlight. Book your Alhambra night tour tickets for the chance to admire the captivating scene. 

• Don’t forget the Alhambra was built over hills. Climb to the top and snap a shot from another perspective. The most known viewpoints, with the best views of Albayzin and Sacromonte, are “Mirador San Miguel Alto” and “Mirador San Nicolas.”

Choose your best snap from one of the most instagrammable spots listed above. Post it on your IG, and tag #dotravelgram to be featured. 

• If you’re wondering how to buy tickets of the Alhambra, online is your most convenient and money-saving option to snag a deal. Instead of waiting in line for hours, you can book your Alhambra tickets in advance. The time you’ll save, not waiting in the lengthy queue, can be used to experience all the wonders inside The Alhambra.

• Your entrance ticket is valid at the time indicated on your voucher. Don't be late for your time slot, or you may risk losing your chance at seeing the magnificent Alhambra.

• Alhambra tours are often not much more expensive than entry tickets. Spend a little extra and enjoy the rewards of a full experience.

• Tickets to the Alhambra sell out fast! Browse all the last-minute offerings here for the best last minute entry tickets.

• Prepare your comfortable shoes and water bottles because you’re in for a full day of walking! Also, make sure to pack some snacks to keep your energy high.

• The best time to tour the Alhambra is first thing in the morning or during the last tour of the day. At any other time, the sun reflects off the stones, and the area turns into a frying pan.

• Currently, the Alhambra is not wheelchair friendly. When visiting the palaces, remember that the building is old, the pathways uneven, and inclines you’ll need to climb. 

• Start planning by buying your ticket to visit the Alhambra, well in advance. Why? The tickets to Alhambra sell out fast and thus, should be purchased early. But, if you reserved your trip to Granada last minute, don’t worry, you can still find availability for Alhambra guided tours. There are many other available Granada tours that you can enjoy, and the Alhambra is one of the best!

• Remember, the complex of the Alhambra is big, really big; so, pack some water, snacks, and sunscreen to last the whole day!

• Getting from the city center to the Palace of Alhambra is very simple. You can easily walk there in less than half an hour or take the bus C3. The bus will drop you off right in front of the Generalife ticket office.

• Don’t be mistaken into thinking a trip to the Alhambra is just a trip to the Alhambra. The sites don’t finish when your tour of the Alhambra ends. There is plenty more to see to keep you busy for days. Also, before you leave Granada, you must watch a classic Spanish Flamenco show.