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Alhambra: Small Group Tour with Local Guide & Admission

952 Reviews 4.80 out of 5 stars Based on 952 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Granada, Spain
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Overview

Skip the lines and embark on a small group tour with a maximum of 15 travellers at Alhambra Palace, a must-see in Granada declared a World Heritage by UNESCO. Learn about the life of sultans and Moorish kings who long ago lived in this majestic palatial city, marvel at the delicate and opulent rooms of the Nasrid palaces.
The expert interpreter of Granada’s heritage will guide you through every part that forms the“Red Fortress". Transform this visit into an extraordinary experience, your guide will tell you tales of murder and mystery, also ask for any additional questions that you may have about this spectacular monument. Get some amazing pictures with panoramic views of Granada from the hilltop and make this experience a great memory.

What's Included

  • Tickets for the Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba fortress and the Generalife Gardens.
  • Professional guide.
  • Bottled water
  • Headphones
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point
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Paseo de la Sabica
28, 18009 Granada, Spain

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The Alhambra

Get to know the secrets of the Alhambra during this walking tour in a small group limited to 10 participants. Enjoy the visit with a local guided of the majestic Alhambra which is perched high on the hill overlooking the city, the incredible palace complex was first built as a fortress at the start of the 13th century. Successions of Spanish rulers made Alhambra their home, and know how the fortress grew into a medina with numerous palaces and lavish gardens. Skip the line with your priority access ticket and hear the history of this fascinating site. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Alhambra is a treasure trove of Moorish architecture and you’ll see several of its wonders as you tour its highlights. Admire decadent rooms inside the Nasrid Palaces and marvel at the architecture of the Palace of Charles V. Hear the tale of the massacre that took place here during a 15th century banquet. Visit the Generalife Gardens, featuring abundant flora and distinctive water features.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Nasrid Palaces

Nasrid Palaces
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Carlos V

Palace of Charles V
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Generalife

the sultan’s summer palace surrounded by wide gardens filled with bright and colourful flowers and plants
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Alcazaba

Alcazaba Granada
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The visit may be given in two different languages
  • The customer must provide their full name and passport number in order to make the booking.
  • On the day of the excursion, customers must bring their passport with them.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alhambra: Small Group Tour with Local Guide & Admission?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-3443P67

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Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 952 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tickets for the Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba fortress and the Generalife Gardens.
  • Professional guide.
  • Bottled water
  • Headphones
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Small Group Max. 15 people
  • The visit may be given in two different languages
  • The customer must provide their full name and passport number in order to make the booking.
  • On the day of the excursion, customers must bring their passport with them.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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