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Guided tour to Alhambra with Generalife, Alcazaba and Carlos V

4.8 Great 58 reviews
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2h
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English, French, Spanish
Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

The Alhambra without the Nasrid Palaces: an official guide through the gardens, the Generalife, the Alcazaba, the Partal and the Palace of Charles V for anyone who could not get palace tickets, rated 4.79 across 58 reviews. Entry to those areas and an audio system are included at €43 per person for 2h. Not recommended for reduced mobility.

From the guide

Discover the majesty of the Alhambra with our official guides, who will accompany you on an unforgettable tour of this emblematic site.

Please note that access to the Nasrid Palaces is not included in this visit. However, we will tour the rest of the monumental complex: Gardens, Generalife, Alcazaba, Palacio del Partal and Palacio de Carlos V.

Explore the imposing Alcazaba that offers panoramic views of Granada. Stroll through the Partal Palace with its arches and ponds, marvel at the Palace of Charles V and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Generalife Gardens, an oasis where architecture and nature merge in a magical setting. Our guides will accompany you, sharing captivating stories about the history and culture of these places, offering you an unforgettable experience in this World Heritage Site.

Book now and discover the Alhambra like never before!

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Tour in Spanish

from €43 / person
Guide: Spanish

Guided tour

Tour in English

from €43 / person
Guide: English

Tour in English

Tour in français

from €43 / person
Guide: French

Tour in français

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 10 start times between 09:00 and 17:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 10 start times between 09:00 and 17:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 15, 2026.

What's Included

Entrance Gardens, Generalife and Alcazaba
Audio system

What's Not Included

Not mentioned above

Itinerary

Alcazaba Stop 1
We will visit the military part offering explanations of the defensive structure of the palatine city of the Alhambra, we will go up to the Torre de la Vela to enjoy the spectacular views of Granada, Albaicín and Vega de Granada, explaining the function that the tower had and what it It happens with the Christian conquest. You will visit the Jardín de los Adarves and the Puerta de las Armas.
20 min
Admission included
Palace of Carlos V Stop 2
We visit the 16th century building with an explanation of its facades and the main courtyard, an explanation of its construction, symbols and we indicate the location of the museums it houses.
10 min
Admission included
The public area of the Alhambra is covered, explaining the structure of the c... Stop 3
The public area of the Alhambra is covered, explaining the structure of the city, commenting on Christian modifications such as the church of Santa María de la Alhambra and the convent of San Francisco, currently converted into a national hostel that was the burial place of Queen Elizabeth. We visit the area of the dry land where the ruins of the Palacio de los Abencerrajes are located, a very prominent family of the Nasrid court and the area of the Medina where we will see ruins of the workshops and ovens that they used to build the decorations.
35 min
Generalife Stop 4
Tour of the Cerro del Sol hill where we will see the Nasrid orchards and the Christian labyrinth gardens of the Generalife, explanation of the flora of the gardens and the fruits that were produced in the orchards. Visit to the Generalife Palace and explanation of its physical communication with the city of the Alhambra. Patio de Polo, Patio de la Guardia, Patio de la Acequia where we will see the summer house of the Sultan, Patio de la Sultana with the cypress and tall gardens. Exit from the enclosure through the Paseo de las Adelfas.
30 min
Admission included
Palacio El Partal Stop 5
We will visit the Partal Palace with its portico, pool and gardens that surround it
10 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Our visitor reception point "Alhambra Meeting Point" is located a few meters from the ticket office of the Alhambra and the Generalife.

End point

The tour will end next to the Palace of Charles V. Transfer is not included, so the client can stay on site if they wish.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Babies cannot access strollers, only carrying backpacks
  • Not recommended for people with reduced mobility

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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From € 43 / person