Granada - Do & See
The Alhambra
The most obvious thing to see because the outline of this impressive structure dominates the city. This 9th-century castle is utterly magical. A seemingly endless stretch of buildings and gardens that is the essence of legends. It is possible to visit the Alhambra at night, which is particularly impressive and definitely worth the effort.
Upon entry to the Alhambra, you will have been assigned a time slot for the Palace Nazaries. You must enter during your time slot, otherwise you will be denied entry.
Cathedral Of Santa María De La Encarnación
Grenada’s famous cavernous Renaissance and Gothic cathedral. There is a small museum adjacent to the church.
Monestario De La Cartuja
An elaborate Baroque monastery and church which was constructed between the 16th and 18th centuries. The Sanctuary and Sacristy are particularly impressive.
Hamam
An Arabic style bath house in an authentic, ancient house. The smells of scented oils waft through the air as you relax in the hot or cool pools, or enjoy a massage. Rooftop restaurant and teahouse on site.
Huerta De San Vicente
The house where famous writer Frederico Garcia Lorca spent summers and wrote some of his best known works. The house is a 15 minute walk from the city center.
Albayzín
The albayzín is the snaking corridors and alleyways that make up the old Arabian area of town. It’s a pleasure just to wander & stroll the warren of streets, but here are a few specific places that are worth visiting.
Colegiata Del Salvador
The site of the Albaycín’s main mosque.
Plaza Larga
A plaza with lively bars & tapas places where there is also a market every day until 2pm. The market sells fruit and vegetables where many locals do their food shopping, but has a variety of clothing and music stalls that are worth exploring for some local flavor.
Arco De Las Pesas
Just off plaza Largo, a striking Islamic gateway in the 11th century defensive wall.
Mirador De San Nicolás
A lookout with stunning views of the Alhambra, the Sierra Nevada Mountains and all of Granada.
Sacromonte
The mystifying neighborhood which literally means "sacred mountain," traditionally occupied by the gitanos (historically Roman people, also called Gypsies). A series of roads winding up the mountain, flanked by caves that are literally carved out of the side of the mountain, which served as the original dwellings of the settlers of this area. Many of the caves are still homes while others have been converted to restaurants and bars.
Nasrid Wall
The 16th city perimeter wall which snakes through the Sacramonte district. A walk along this wall will provide a thorough exploration of the Sacramonte, including beautiful views of the Alhambra and the Albayzin.
