Tour of Alhambra's Surroundings & Palace of Charles V, Granada

As for the guided tour led by our guide Marina, it was very enjoyable and educational; we thoroughly enjoyed it. It was ...

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On this tour of the Alhambra's surroundings, we'll see all the spaces that make up this emblematic landmark of Granada which you can visit for free: the Palace of Charles V, the gates of Justice and Wine, the gardens of the Convent of San Francisco, and the archaeological remains of the Palace of the Abencerrajes.

Details

Duration

1 hour 45 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide
Radio guide to follow explanations

Not included

Admission to the palaces of Nasrid, Comares, Mexuar and the Lions

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Free cancellation

From

US$38.12

Meeting point

Polinario Café Bar

Reviews of our customers

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April 8, 2026
Leyre
Pamplona, Spain
As for the guided tour led by our guide Marina, it was very enjoyable and educational; we thoroughly enjoyed it. It was wonderful how she explained ev...
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October 11, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
We couldn't get tickets to the Alhambra, and this tour allowed us to see as much as possible without going inside. The directions to find the guide we...
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September 26, 2026
Omar
Alicante, Spain
Our guide, Juve, was very nice and explained the history of the Alhambra in a very educational and fun way. This guided tour is highly recommended if ...
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May 21, 2026
M Angeles Cambero Macias
Spain
A very nice tour and super well explained.
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May 19, 2026
Mayelin
Las Palmas, Spain
I liked it a lot
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May 12, 2026
Irene Perez Vera
Málaga, Spain
It was a wonderful and enjoyable activity, where we saw and learned many details about the Alhambra and its surroundings! Everything was very well exp...
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May 8, 2026
Alicia Incera Costana
Barcelona, Spain
Everything was great, our guide Jean Claude explained everything wonderfully with lots of information and detail. He made it very enjoyable.
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May 4, 2026
Vicente Rufo Albaladejo
Spain
Jean-Claude is incredible. Having a historian as a guide is a real treat. We'll be back in Granada.
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May 4, 2026
Jorge Horacio Da Silva
Caba, Argentina
The guide was excellent, we enjoyed the tour
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April 27, 2026
Ana Belén
Madrid, Spain
Excellent guide! He made us really enjoy the place and recommended other sites to visit that we loved in the afternoon. Thank you!
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Tour Details

The monumental complex of the Alhambra in Granada, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to a variety of spaces which can be visited with no ticket. To explore them further, we'll meet at the indicated time at the Polinario Café Bar.

After finding out why this gate has this name, we'll continue our route in the direction of the Gate of Wine. From here, we'll go on a guided tour of the areas in the Alhambra with free access. As we stroll through these spaces, we'll enjoy beautiful scenic views of Albacín, one of the most charming neighbourhoods in Granada.

Additionally, we'll admire from the outside the turrets and walls of the Alcazaba, the 13th-century fortress that protected the palaces of Mexuar, Comares, and the Lions, where the famous stone fountain is found. Although we won't access the inside of the Nasrid Palaces in the Alhambra, we'll discuss its history and architecture.

We'll continue our route with a visit inside the Palace of Charles V, a Renaissance mansion that was built by the most powerful man in Europe in the 16th century. Did you know that he spent his honeymoon with Isabel of Portugal in the Alhambra?

Right next to the Palace of Charles V, we'll find the Church of Santa María de la Encarnación and the Convent of San Francisco. This Franciscan monastery was built in 1494, 2 years after the reconquest of Granada by the Catholic Kings. We'll stroll through the gardens of this ancient monastery, which is currently a 4-star Parador.

Lastly, after a total of 1 hour and 45 minutes exploring the free access areas of the Alhambra, our tour will come to an end with a visit to the archaeological remains of the Palace of the Abencerrajas, one of the most powerful families in the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada.

Other Tours of the Alhambra

If you wish to get to know other spaces within the Alhambra which require buying tickets, we recommend the following activities:

Tour of the Alhambra: includes access to the Alcazaba and El Generalife
Tour of the Alhambra & the Nazareth Palaces: includes access to the Alcazaba, El Generalife, El Partal, and the palaces of Mexuar, Comares, and the Lions.

Points of interest in Granada

Alhambra Albaicín, Granada Granada Cathedral Royal Chapel of Granada Sacromonte District, Granada Nasrid Palaces

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Tour Details

Other Tours of the Alhambra

If you wish to get to know other spaces within the Alhambra which require buying tickets, we recommend the following activities:

Tour of the Alhambra: includes access to the Alcazaba and El Generalife
Tour of the Alhambra & the Nazareth Palaces: includes access to the Alcazaba, El Generalife, El Partal, and the palaces of Mexuar, Comares, and the Lions.

Tour of Alhambra's Surroundings & Palace of Charles V