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Granada: Alhambra Fast-Track Ticket and Guided Tour by Night

1. Granada: Alhambra Fast-Track Ticket and Guided Tour by Night

Delve headfirst into Granada’s rich history with a guided walking tour of the Alhambra by night. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, the Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex that once was home to the sultans of the Nasrid Dynasty.  Feast your eyes on the spectacular mix of elaborate Islamic art and architecture as your official tour guide gives you the inside scoop on its monumental and historic stature. Explore the artistic beauty of the Court of the Lions as your guide leads you between the marble columns. Renowned for its iconic Muslim decor of blue and yellow tiles, the court is an impressive example of Islamic architectural and engineering splendor.

Get to know Ronda and Alhambra from Seville

2. Get to know Ronda and Alhambra from Seville

Have the opportunity to explore the passage of the Arabs through two of the most outstanding cities of Andalusia. Discover Ronda and its highlights and travel back in history in La Alhambra. Our first stop will be Ronda, in the province of Malaga. This city has its population beginnings with the Iberian settlements, dated back to 15th century. Later, Visigoths and Muslims consolidated Ronda as a strategic defense city. A sign of this is the worldwide known `Puente Nuevo´ bridge, the tallest bridge in the world, with 98 meters. This architectural work is also important because it connects the ancient and modern parts of the city, where the tour will take place. Our guide will also walk you through other landmarks, like the archaeological site of Arab baths, its large `Plaza de Toros´, and its incredible balcony overlooking the Alameda del Tajo, among others. You will feel like walking back in Arabic times. From here, we will get into our comfortable bus and head to Granada. When we arrive, you will have free time to enjoy the gastronomy of Granada. We recommend you taste the famous ´Tapas´ while you admire the historical and architectural center of the city! Here, you will be lucky to see the iconic Cathedral of Granada, while you walk around its picturesque streets. After the break, we will walk to Alhambra. This set of ancient palaces, fortresses and gardens, has been the residence of Nasrid and Castilian kings. Here, in a guided tour, you will learn about its historical importance and the expulsion of the Arab kingdom from the old kingdom of Castile in the year 1492. Included on the World Heritage List by UNESCO, it offers places like Medina, Palacio de Carlos V, Alcazaba and its well-known Generalife. You will feel like a Nasrid true king walking through the ancient complex of La Alhambra. After living this unique experience of traveling back in time, we will be back in Seville!

Granada: Full-Day Trip from Seville

3. Granada: Full-Day Trip from Seville

Enjoy a comprehensive full-day tour of Granada, including round-trip transfers from Seville, and the option to customize the itinerary to suit your interests. Following a pick-up from your hotel in Seville, drive to Granada at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Upon arrival, go to the Albaicín neighborhood for a taste pairing of Andalusian tapas and drinks. With every drink you order, 1 tapa (a generous plate of local food) is served. Your local guide will explain the origin of this tradition. Sample a special dessert from Granada that was originally made for the Pope. Enjoy breathtaking views of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains as you journey through olive groves and vibrant green mountains. Experience the multicultural influences of the city center, rich with the aroma of teas and spices drifting from local houses and markets. Learn the Roman, Muslim, Christian, and Roma history of Granada on storied streets. Marvel at the Gothic façade of the cathedral, surrounded by treasure-filled Arabian markets. Skip the long lines to the Alhambra, and discover one of the most impressive palaces and gardens in Spain. Sometimes referred to as “A Pearl among Emeralds” in reference to the grandeur of its setting and opulence of its architecture, you will be invited to wander the chambers and gardens with an official guide. Uncover the mysteries that lie in every room, and discover more about the Nasrid dynasty. Transfer back to Seville, with the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains still in sight. Enjoy the soft mountain breeze to refresh you along the way.

Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces: Tour with Traditional Meal

4. Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces: Tour with Traditional Meal

A tour of the Alhambra is a must for every visitor to the city of Granada, to explore the exquisitely detailed Islamic art and architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the elaborate rooms and the historic position of this spectacular monument all with the help of an official guide.   You will be guided through every part of the Alhambra, starting at the Alcazaba fortress, the most antique area of the monument complex. You will discover the many rooms of the Nasrid Palaces, including the enchanting Palace of Mexuar, the Palace of Comares and the Palace of Leones. Next you will visit the Generalife, the sultan’s summer palace, surrounded by beautifully landscaped Islamic gardens filled with a great variety of vegetation.   After your Alhambra tour, enjoy a meal of fresh seafood in a traditional restaurant. You can taste traditional cuisine, full of flavor and color, and benefit from attentive service. The restaurant offers a varied menu with many fish dishes and seafood paella, among other delicious options. You will even have the opportunity to taste "bartolillo", a traditional desert of delicious pastries filled with cream.

From Seville: Private Excursion to the Alhambra

5. From Seville: Private Excursion to the Alhambra

This excursion allows visitors to get to know the Alhambra, the Red Castle of the ancient Nazari Kingdom of Granada. A building from the 13th century, it is one of the most visited locations in Spain.  Alhambra is a set of fortifications and palaces dating back to the 9th century, many times expanded and upgraded by the different kings of the Nasrid Dynasty in order to display their might and glory to the rest of the kingdoms on the peninsula.  With thousands of legends and unique decorations, the visit promises to be unforgettable. In addition to a guided tour of the castle, this full-day experience includes free time to walk the narrow streets of the Albaicyn Quarter, an area with historical allure in Granada's city center, where you can order drinks and tapas at traditional bars.

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What people are saying about Palace of Charles V

A pure moment of happiness. The night visit is very beautiful, you can enjoy the site with very little attendance since there are only 300 tickets on sale per evening. The guide from Granada Online shared her enthusiasm and knowledge of the site with us for two hours in French. Icing on the cake: the site visit was made only for our group of three. So it was a real moment of exclusive sharing! Likewise, being able to take photos in empty or almost empty places is a marvel.

A very nice night visit that we made in addition to our day visit. I recommend it to those who want to see the Alhambra in another way (the wall colors are more visible) and rediscover the atmosphere of these places at night. Many thanks to our guide Yolanda who allowed us to travel back in time with her precious explanations. An extremely pleasant guide, very cultured, genuinely native of Granada and very warm.

This guided tour was excellent. We were a small group of 4. The guide led us through the Alhambra at a good pace and revealed interesting secrets of the Alhambra at the appropriate place. She was knowledgeable and willing to share her information. Juana highlighted all of the interesting details of each place where we paused.

Our guide Jenny is Excellent, she explains well throughout the whole visit, it is so worthwhile and my family with teenagers enjoyed it very much. place is so beautiful , very worth the visit. Applause to Golfi who transfer us to and fro Alhambra. He is very punctual and journey was very smooth. Thank you!

Highly recommended. Felt like a private tour. Very to the point and could always follow up on questions from all ages.