Guided Tour of the Alhambra, Granada Cathedral and Royal Chapel
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Highlights

  • Explore Granada’s fascinating political history and architectural influences on a guided tour lasting 5 hours, available in English, Spanish, or French.
  • View stunning artwork along with the tombs of Isabella I and Ferdinand II located within the Royal Chapel and Cathedral.
  • Discover Alhambra's Nasrid Palaces, Gardens, and Medina - once bustling with marketplaces, public baths, mosques, and homes.
  • Navigate around the Palace of Charles V and explore Alcazaba, a western fortress situated atop a hill.
  • Visit Generalife, the summer palace of Nasrid rulers, located across from Alhambra via Cuesta de Los Chinos ravine.
  • Customize your tour group by selecting up to 20 people with whom you wish to share this experience.

Your Experience

Start Your Visit from the Center of Granada

The group gathers at Abside Shop to meet their guide. Together, you'll walk to Pasiegas Square and then enter the Cathedral. Inside, explore a blend of intricate architectural styles and uncover fascinating historical details about its construction. Continue down Calle Officios to Alcaicería, where Moorish souvenirs await. Your journey continues at the Royal Chapel, where tales behind vaults, arches, crypts, and tombs in this imperial mausoleum will be shared.

Bask in Architectural Extravagance

Next, ascend to Alhambra's stunning Moorish labyrinth. Commissioned by Nasrid rulers in the 13th century and refined over time, it sits atop Sabika Plateau with sweeping views of Granada. This self-contained citadel features marketplaces, residences, gardens, sentinel posts, and six palaces. Spend your final three hours exploring Alhambra's shimmering pools, expansive courtyards, ornate greenery, and its luxurious neighbor Generalife.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Expert guide available in English, French, or Spanish
  • Skip-the-line access included
  • 2-hour guided tour covering the Cathedral and Royal Chapel
  • 3-hour exploration of the Alhambra and Generalife
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide outside Abside Shop.
  • Address: Pl. de Villamena, 5, Local 1-2, 18001 Granada, Spain.
  • Landmark: Behind the Cathedral, next to Gran Via de Colon.

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Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Gran Vía 14 - Catedral. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.
  • Board buses 8, 11, 21, 33 and 111 to get you there.

Validity

This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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The guided tour is offered in English, Spanish, and French.

The complete tour lasts for 5 hours.

You will meet your guide at Abside Shop in Granada before starting the walk to Pasiegas Square and then entering the Cathedral.

After visiting the Royal Chapel, you'll explore Alhambra's Nasrid Palaces, Gardens, Medina, Palace of Charles V, Alcazaba, and Generalife.

Yes, backpacks or handbags should not exceed the dimensions of 40 x 40 inches.

The activity involves moderate walking and is currently not accessible to wheelchairs.

Yes, guide dogs are allowed for the duration of the tour.

Inside the Cathedral, you'll see a mix of architectural styles with interesting historical foundations. In the Royal Chapel, learn about its vaults, arches, crypts, and tombs.

The experience accommodates up to 20 people per group.

Highlights include exploring Nasrid Palaces, Gardens, Medina, Palace of Charles V, and Generalife. You'll also see historic marketplaces, public baths, mosques, and homes.

Personal masks and social distancing is mandatory. This experience can accommodate a maximum of 20 people in one group. This activity involves moderate walking and is currently not wheelchair accessible. Guide dogs are allowed. The Alhambra does not have a baby carrier or left-luggage service. The maximum size of backpacks or handbags brought should not exceed 40 x 40 inches.

Abside Shop Plaza de las Pasiegas Interior of the Cathedral Calle Oficios Alcaicería The Royal Chapel Access pavillion of the Alhambra Generalife Medina Palace of Charles V Alcazaba Nasrid Palaces

Mon to Sat: 10am onward

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