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La Alhambra y El Generalife

La Alhambra y El Generalife

4.7(281 reviews)
0.7 km

The highlight of Moorish architecture in Grenada was found here at this sprawling hilltop location…read more Remember you need your passport to buy tickets and gain entrance so don't forget it. It was the only item checked by security when entering the palaces, Alcazabs and Generalife. We took bus C32 from the center and while most people got off at the Alhambra main entrance we exited the bus at Puerta de la Justicia which was a lot closer to the Nasrid Palaces plus avoided some of the uphill slog. We also visited the Palace of Charles V (quick but surprising acoustics) and Alcazaba (old fort with a tower climb) before ending at Generalife. I forgot that all the museums on site were closed on Mondays. I purchased our tickets online and secured a 9am entrance to the Nasrid Palaces which wasn't as crowded at that hour. The was some renovations happening but for the most part we were able to enjoy the stunning architecture and views. The Partal Palace was our favorite along with the Hall of Ambassadors and Court of the Lions. Walking through the gardens and then downhill to the Generalife we went against the flow of visitors. The Generalife was a much smaller palace that served as the summer retreat. Here water was a highlight showcasing the prowess in the engineering that went into supplying water to these gardens and palaces - Escalera del Agua. The Royal Chamber was a must see inside with richly detailed ceiling, arches and walls. If your legs are still strong after visiting everything then I suggest walking back to town via Cuesta Del Rey Chico. It was a path that ran below the walls of the Alhambra and gave a different perspective and much less crowds.

Words can describe the beauty of the Alhambra. It must be seen in person. Buy tickets at least a…read moremonth in advance and try to get the earliest time of day so that there are less people on the property. Don't forget your passport.

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La Alhambra y El Generalife
La Alhambra y El Generalife
La Alhambra y El Generalife - Generalife

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Barrio del Sacromonte - If the formidable hike is too much, take a cab to the Restaurant Cueva de la Rocio.

Barrio del Sacromonte

4.2(5 reviews)
0.4 km

The walk up and through Barrio del Sacromonte is well worth doing but be warned: it's a formidable…read morehike. I queried a restaurant proprietor about distance & height from the base & he said: "La subida no es tan mala y no está demasiado lejos. Un poco!" Un poco! I don't think so. Still, I would do it again, both for the magnificent views and for the uniqueness of the caves. Some of the 16th-century Santas Cuevas (Holy Caves) have been converted into McMansions but most remain modest and subtly expressive. If you think the walk is too much, take a cab to the top and enjoy a meal and Flamenco performance in the neighborhood that claims to be one of Flamenco's birth places. But do not miss Sacromonte--a profound look into Granada's complex history.

Please note that my review is of the walk up Camino del Sacromonte and not of any of the…read moreattractions that you will find in the area. The cave pictures that you see when you google Sacromonte and see the caves are posted are from the Museum of the Sacromonte caves or from one of the flamenco venues in the area. As for the walk on Camino del Sacromonte you will get rewarded with a nice photo of the Alhambra but you won't see into any cave homes along the way. If you want to see the caves then go to the museum or make arrangements with one of the flamenco shows. We didn't go to a show here but many outfits will pick you up from central Granada to watch a flamenco show, give you a free drink and then drive you back down back to town for 20 Euros.

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Barrio del Sacromonte - A few of the cuevas has been developed into gorgeous mansions.

A few of the cuevas has been developed into gorgeous mansions.

Barrio del Sacromonte - As you walk downhill you'll spot the Alhambra in the distance.

As you walk downhill you'll spot the Alhambra in the distance.

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Museo de San Juan de Dios Casa de Los Pisa Convalecencia, 1

Museo de San Juan de Dios Casa de Los Pisa Convalecencia, 1

4.0(1 review)
0.3 km

In Granada, it pays to look into side streets. On one such alley off busy Carrera del Darro is a…read more17th century building built in the mudejar style, the Casa de Los Pisa, which houses the Archivo Museo San Juan de Dios. For three euro, a guided tour is provided. The nature and layout of the museum does not allow independent exploration, but that shouldn't be seen as a drawback. The museum contains centuries of objects related directly or indirectly to San Juan de Dios, who was born in Portugal and ended his life in Granada, in the very house that the museum is in. He was a nurse and was canonized for his work in healthcare, particularly mental health, and there are numerous health care institutions associated with him. It is from these sometimes far flung places on five continents that the museum's eclectic collection of artifacts originate, and it is unsurprising that many have no particular relation to each other or even to San Juan. Many of the artifacts are donations and while most are interesting on their own, they often don't form a cohesive story; even the guide acknowledged that the museum doesn't know much about some of them. Among the objects, of various media and forms, are ornate walking sticks, gold and silver threaded clothing, carved ivory or wood, centuries old paintings, and metal work. There are works from Africa, Asia, South America, and more. The tour greatly helped with putting the objects on display in some context. Besides numerous religious objects, there is also a beautiful series of paintings of streets and places in Granada associated with San Juan de Dios, painted by a Granadian artist. The museum's prized exhibits are San Juan de Dios' only personal belongings (a careworn basket and walking stick) and the room he passed away in. Our guide provided the tour in English. Of course available in Spanish. A worthwhile way to spend some time in Granada.

Casa de los Tiros - museums - Updated July 2026

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