Holiday in Granada
City in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸
Country
Spain
Type
City
Best time to travel
March–May, September–November
Budget/day
60–110 €
Getting there from Germany
Flights to Granada (with a stopover) or to Málaga with subsequent bus/train (about 1.5 hours). Granada also has a small airport.
About Granada
Granada is spectacularly located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and is dominated by the Alhambra, arguably the most beautiful Moorish palace in the world. This masterpiece of Islamic architecture, with its intricate stucco work, the water features of the Generalife gardens, and the Nasrid palaces, attracts over 2.7 million visitors annually — tickets often need to be booked weeks in advance. The view from the Alhambra of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada is one of the most iconic panoramas in Spain. The Albaicín neighborhood opposite the Alhambra is a labyrinth of white alleys, Carmén houses (villas with hidden gardens), and viewpoints like the Mirador de San Nicolás, where the sunset behind the Alhambra is an unforgettable experience. The Sacromonte neighborhood in the caves above the city is the cradle of Granada Flamenco — intimate Zambra shows take place in whitewashed caves here. Granada is one of the last major cities in Spain where a free tapa is served with every drink. The student scene of the historic university (founded in 1531) contributes to a vibrant nightlife along Calle Elvira and around Plaza Nueva. In winter, the Sierra Nevada attracts visitors with the southernmost ski resort in Europe, just 30 minutes from the city. In summer, the renowned International Music and Dance Festivals take place at the Generalife.
Top 5 highlights in Granada
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Alhambra & Generalife
The stunning Nasrid palace with its intricate stucco decorations and the paradisiacal Generalife gardens is Spain's most visited monument.
Albaicín
The old Moorish quarter (UNESCO) with its winding alleys offers the most famous view of the Alhambra from the Mirador de San Nicolás.
Sacromonte
The cave district of the Roma community is the cradle of Zambra Flamenco – authentic shows in cave dwellings are an unforgettable experience.
Cathedral & Capilla Real
The Renaissance cathedral houses the tombs of Isabella and Ferdinand, the Catholic Monarchs, in the Capilla Real.
Teterías of Calle Calderería
The tea street in Albaicín transports visitors to another world with North African tea houses, spice shops, and shisha bars.
Hotels in Granada
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Granada
Recommended travel time
March–May, September–November
Summer
Hot and dry, 32–38 °C
Winter
Cold, 2–12 °C, snow in the Sierra Nevada
How much does a holiday in Granada cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
30–50 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
60–110 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
160–350 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Alhambra tickets MUST be purchased online weeks in advance – daily capacity is severely limited.
Tapas are free with every drink in Granada – a bar tour is the best way to explore the city culinary-wise.
In winter, you can ski in the Sierra Nevada in the morning and sit in the sun in Granada in the afternoon.
The sunset from the Mirador de San Nicolás overlooking the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada is legendary.
Visit the Flamenco shows in Sacromonte – they are rarer and more authentic than in Seville.
Food & drink in Granada
These specialties you must try!
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