Alhambra Ticket with Audio Guide including Nasrid Palaces
3 h
Ticket
Audioguide
Instant confirmation
About this activity
Visit: The Alhambra, Calle Real de la Alhambra, s/n Palacio de Carlos V, 18009 Granada Spain
On a rocky hill that is difficult to access, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and surrounded by woods, among the oldest quarters in the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle with reddish tones in its ramparts that prevent the outside world from seeing the delicate beauty they enclose.
Originally designed as a military area, the Alhambra became the residence of royalty and of the court of Granada in the middle of the thirteenth century, after the establishment of the Nasrid kingdom and the construction of the first palace, by the founder king Mohammed ibn Yusuf ben Nasr, better known as Alhamar. The fortress became a citadel with high ramparts and defensive towers, which house two main areas: the military area, or Alcazaba, the barracks of the royal guard, and the medina or court city, the location of the famous Nasrid Palaces and the remains of the houses of noblemen and plebeians who lived there.
Duration: 3 minutes
Visit: Generalife Realejo-San Matias, 18009 Granada Spain
The Generalife is composed of a series of large gardens, where every corner holds a novelty and a pleasant surprise for the eyes, with a minimum of obtrusive buildings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Visit: Granavision Excursions, Calle de los Reyes Catolicos 47, 18001 Granada Spain
Granavision Excursions
Duration: 2 minutes
Visit: Alcazaba, Calle Real de la Alhambra Conjunto Monumental de la Alhambra y el Generalife, 18009 Granada Spain
The Alcazaba plainly served a military function. The entrance to the Alcazaba was at the foot of the Tower of Homage . At the base of the tower is a slight slope. A simple L-shaped walkway keeps the main gate from being seen from the outside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Visit: Nasrid Palaces, Calle Real De La Alhambra, 18009 Granada Spain
The habitual residence of the kings of Granada, their construction began at the beginning of the 14th century. The Nasrid Palaces are a palatial complex formed by three buildings:
- The Mexuar is the oldest hall. It was employed for meetings between the ministers of the king and as a courtroom.
- Next, we come to the Palace of Comares, which dates back to the era of Yusuf I. This dwelling was erected around the Patio de los Arrayanes (Courtyard of the Myrtles), and its side exits lead to the Sala de los Embajadores (Hall of Ambassadors) and the Sala de la Barca (Hall of the Boat). The Hall of Ambassadors is located inside the Tower of Comares.
- The Palace of the Lions, dating back to the era of Muhammed V, is also a royal residence. It is composed of a central courtyard, the Courtyard of the Lions, and halls along each side, the Hall of the Mocarabes, the Hall of the Kings, the Hall of the Two Sisters, the Hall of the Ajimeces, leading on to the mirador Daraxa viewpoint, and the Hall of the Abencerrajes, along with the Harem
Duration: 40 minutes
Read more
Show less
On a rocky hill that is difficult to access, on the banks of the River Darro, protected by mountains and surrounded by woods, among the oldest quarters in the city, the Alhambra rises up like an imposing castle with reddish tones in its ramparts that prevent the outside world from seeing the delicate beauty they enclose.
Originally designed as a military area, the Alhambra became the residence of royalty and of the court of Granada in the middle of the thirteenth century, after the establishment of the Nasrid kingdom and the construction of the first palace, by the founder king Mohammed ibn Yusuf ben Nasr, better known as Alhamar. The fortress became a citadel with high ramparts and defensive towers, which house two main areas: the military area, or Alcazaba, the barracks of the royal guard, and the medina or court city, the location of the famous Nasrid Palaces and the remains of the houses of noblemen and plebeians who lived there.
Duration: 3 minutes
Visit: Generalife Realejo-San Matias, 18009 Granada Spain
The Generalife is composed of a series of large gardens, where every corner holds a novelty and a pleasant surprise for the eyes, with a minimum of obtrusive buildings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Visit: Granavision Excursions, Calle de los Reyes Catolicos 47, 18001 Granada Spain
Granavision Excursions
Duration: 2 minutes
Visit: Alcazaba, Calle Real de la Alhambra Conjunto Monumental de la Alhambra y el Generalife, 18009 Granada Spain
The Alcazaba plainly served a military function. The entrance to the Alcazaba was at the foot of the Tower of Homage . At the base of the tower is a slight slope. A simple L-shaped walkway keeps the main gate from being seen from the outside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Visit: Nasrid Palaces, Calle Real De La Alhambra, 18009 Granada Spain
The habitual residence of the kings of Granada, their construction began at the beginning of the 14th century. The Nasrid Palaces are a palatial complex formed by three buildings:
- The Mexuar is the oldest hall. It was employed for meetings between the ministers of the king and as a courtroom.
- Next, we come to the Palace of Comares, which dates back to the era of Yusuf I. This dwelling was erected around the Patio de los Arrayanes (Courtyard of the Myrtles), and its side exits lead to the Sala de los Embajadores (Hall of Ambassadors) and the Sala de la Barca (Hall of the Boat). The Hall of Ambassadors is located inside the Tower of Comares.
- The Palace of the Lions, dating back to the era of Muhammed V, is also a royal residence. It is composed of a central courtyard, the Courtyard of the Lions, and halls along each side, the Hall of the Mocarabes, the Hall of the Kings, the Hall of the Two Sisters, the Hall of the Ajimeces, leading on to the mirador Daraxa viewpoint, and the Hall of the Abencerrajes, along with the Harem
Duration: 40 minutes
Included
- Discover the Spanish-Muslim architecture of Nasrid Palaces and Alcazaba Fortress
- Stroll around and relax at the Generalife Gardens
- Enjoy the complete flexibility of a self-guided audio tour
- Tickets for the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba and Generalife Gardens
- Entry/Admission - The Alhambra
- Entry/Admission - Generalife
- Entry/Admission - Granavision Excursions
- Entry/Admission - Alcazaba
- Entry/Admission - Nasrid Palaces
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants.
- Time of entry to Nasrid Palaces will be printed on your skip-the-line ticket
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Features
Cultural
60%
Tourism
50%
Adrenaline
30%
Original
25%
Reviews
You may also like
See all 17 Collections
Click to discover other experiences
See all
Collections
Flamenco
23 Activities
Collections
Wine & Tapas
12 Activities
Collections
Night Tour
8 Activities
Collections
Albaicín & Sacromonte
48 Activities
Collections
The Alpujarras
8 Activities
Collections
E-bike Tour
9 Activities
Collections
Hammam
5 Activities
Collections
Cathedral & Royal Chapel
9 Activities
Collections
Sierra Nevada
11 Activities
Collections
Cordoba
9 Activities
The Tan Mahal and the GtandCanyon were more exciting. Every room looked the same. I would rather visit the Palace in Madrid.
The day before we visited, we were informed that our ticket for a visit with our audio guide had been upgraded to a tour guide. Actually we had deliberately avoided this and although i sent an email, it was too late when i was informed that they were obliged to do this. We thought that maybe the palace had decided all visits were to be guided, however we saw other people with audio guides, so i was pretty pissed off about this. The visit lasted HOURS! In terms of value, you can't fault it, and our guide was superb; however , just wish we could have discussed the change rather than having it foisted upon us. I prefer not to be in a group of 30! Alhambra remains a jewel.