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Fast Track Tickets to Alhambra with the Nasrid Palace
- Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Alcazaba, the Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, and the lush Moorish gardens of Generalife.
- Admire the different architectural styles that make up the Alcazaba and the Candle Tower, and take a stroll in the Garden of the Adarves.
- Find yourself entranced by the beauty of the summer palace of the Nasrids, the Generalife Palace and pay a visit to the Soultana’s Court and the water Stairway.
- Leisurely walk around the Generalife garden, with access to the promenade of the Cypress, Dryland, and San Francisco Gardens.
- Upgrade your ticket to access the Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, and the Palace of Charles V, the Museum of the Alhambra, and the Bath of the Mosque.
- With a ticket upgrade, pick from English, Spanish, or French expert guide to accompany you on this enchanting guided tour.
- The timed entry is only for the Nasrid Palaces. Feel free to roam about the rest of the attraction at your whim and fancy.
- Upgrade your ticket to include the Granada 48-hour pass.
Inclusions
- Access to Alcazaba
- Access to promenade of the Cypress, Dryland, and San Francisco Gardens
- Access to Generalife Gardens
- Access to Generalife Palace (if selected)
-Tickets to Alhambra & Nasrid Palace (if selected)
- Access to the Palace of Carlos V, the Museum of the Alhambra and the Bath of the Mosque (if selected)
- Access to all the spaces of the Alhambra including the gardens (if selected)
- Access to all temporary exhibitions inside the monumental enclosure (if selected)
- Access to Palacio de Dar al-Horra, Qubba del Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo, Bañuelo, Corral del carbón, and Moorish houses (if selected)
- Guided tour in English, French or Spanish (if selected)
- Granada 48-hour pass (optional)
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Food and beverages
- The day operating hours of the attraction from 1 Apr to 14 Oct are 8:30am - 8pm, and from 15 Oct to 31 Mar are 8:30am - 6pm. Please keep note of this when booking your timeslot.
- It is required to carry your original passport/driver's license, as the staff of Alhambra can require it at any moment and and access to the monument without it will be denied.
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- Alhambra Tickets (Without Nasrid Palaces)
- Alhambra Tickets + Nasrid Palaces
- Spanish Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- English Guided Tour
- Golden Double - Alhambra + Nasrid Palaces (Extended)
- Granada 48-Hour Pass
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Fast Track Tickets to Alhambra without the Nasrid Palace
- With these fast-track tickets, enjoy a seamless visit to Granada’s exquisite palatial fortress Alhambra, and its neighbor Generalife Palace and Gardens.
- Take a self-guided tour through the Alcazaba, the oldest surviving part of Alhambra, and soak up the architectural details of the Candle Tower.
- Upgrade your tickets to include a guided tour in a language of your choice, or a Granada Pass for further access to the city.
- Walk under the shade of cypress trees at the Promenade of the Cypress, visit the ‘Secano’ or Drylands, incredible San Francisco Gardens, and beautifully-maintained Garden of the Adarves.
- End your visit by exploring the court of the Main Canal, the Soultana’s Court, and the Water Stairway.
Inclusions
- Admission ticket to Alcazaba: The Candle Tower & Garden of the Adarves
- Access to Promenade of the Cypress, Dryland, & San Francisco Gardens
- Access to Generalife Palace & Gardens
- English/Spanish/Italian/French-guided tour (optional)
- 24/48/72-hr Granada Pass (optional)
Exclusions
- Access to Nasrid Palace
- Hotel transfers
- English Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- 24-Hr Granada Pass
- 48-Hr Granada Pass
- 72-Hr Granada Pass
- Tip: Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Don't forget your passport, sunscreen, hat, and water bottle.
- Please note: It’s required to carry your original passport/driver's license as the staff of Alhambra could require it at any moment and access to the monument without it will be denied.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Alhambra Complex, Alcazaba & Generalife without Nasrid Palaces
- This wholesome 3-hour tour of the Alhambra allows you access to the plush Generalife Gardens, Alhambra, and Alcazaba.
- With guided tours that run throughout the week in English, and Spanish, and a Bilingual tour with both, French, German, and Italian this experience allows you convenient and seamless access to the Alhambra.
- Gain skip-the-line entry into the Alhambra Complex and discover its architectural influences as you delve into its history with your experienced guide.
- Admire the Moorish gardens of Generalife, with cool turquoise water, flower beds, and lush greenery.
Inclusions
- Walking tour through the Alhambra Complex
- Fast Track Ticket to the Alcazaba
- Fast Track Ticket to the Palace of Charles V
- Fast Track Ticket to the Generalife Gardens
- Guided tour in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German or Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Exclusions
- Entrance to Nasrid Palaces
- Hotel Transfers
- Entrance to the Nasrid Palaces is not included.
This ticket has the following options that you choose from:
- English Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- Bilingual Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- German Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
All Alhambra: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Nasrid Palaces
- Explore the opulent seat of the Nasrid Emirs on this 3-hour guided tour, with access to all parts of the Alhambra that are open to the public.
- Have the liberty to choose between an English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish guided tour, and understand this historic work of art better with the help of an experienced guide.
- Your itinerary will include the Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife Gardens, the Alcazaba, the Palace of Carlos V, the unique Patio of the Lions, and the Bath of the Mosque.
- Note: Please carry your original passport/driver's license with you. The staff of Alhambra can require it at any moment and you will not be able to access the monument without it.
- Keep in mind that the start time of the tour may vary according to the availability of the Alhambra.
Inclusions
- Full access to the Alhambra complex, which includes the Palace of Charles V, Generalife Gardens, Medina, the Alcazaba Fortress, and the Nasrid Palaces.
- An English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian guide
- Audio headsets to hear your guide clearly.
- English Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- German Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) Guided Tour
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Skip-the-Line Guided Private Tour of Alhambra and Generalife
- Go on a private tour of the Alhambra with an experienced guide and explore the vast palaces, intricate architecture, and history of this monument.
- With these skip-the-line tickets you also get to ditch the long wait in a queue and get right to your adventure.
- Begin your journey with a visit to the Generalife gardens that also houses summer palaces once used by sultans.
- Go on to explore the medina, the Alcazaba, and the military area of Alhambra.
- Finally, your tour will end with a visit to the Nasrid Palaces where you will explore the Mexuar, the Palace of the Lions, and the Palace of Comares.
- Throughout the tour, your guide will tell you all about the secrets, legends, and stories behind the Alhambra, making your experience even richer.
Inclusions
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Granada Card with Priority Access to Alhambra
- The Granada Card gives you access to Granada's top monuments including the Cathedral, Royal Chapel, and Alhambra along with Nasrid Palaces (choose the hour of your visit to the Nasrid Palace entrance).
- Explore the Moorish fortress of Alhambra and discover its complex decorative programs with enchanting gardens and fountains.
- Save time and money as this card also allows 9 trips on the Granada bus network and 1 trip on the tourist train, which will help you easily get around the city.
- You can choose to enjoy special night access to the Nasrid Palaces too.
- Note: Choose the date to visit the Alhambra (time and hour of the Nasrid Palace entrance). The card will be valid for 24/48/72 hours after that first visit.
Inclusions
- Alhambra with Nasrid Palaces access (only night access included for the 24-hour card and Night Palaces variant)
- Public Transportation in Granada (9 urban bus trips)
- Granada's Tourist Train
- Entrance to Alhambra, Cathedral, Royal Chapel, Cartuja, San Jeronimo's, Sacromonte abbey, Science Park, Zafra House, Royal quarters, Art museum, Museum of archeology.
- Entrance to Corral del Carbón, Bañuelo, Casa del Horno del oro, Casas del Chapiz, Dar Al-horra Palace (72-hour card only)
Exclusions
- Planetarium and the Biodromo at the Science Park
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Granada Card 24-hour
- Granada Card 48-hour
- Granada Card 72-hour
- Night Palaces Ticket
How To Use Your Granada City Card:
- The Granada Card is not activated with the first use. Rather, you must choose the date and time of your visit to Alhambra while booking it. The card will remain valid for 24/48/72 hours after that first visit at your selected time slot.
- You can also use the card to access public transport, with 9 trips on the local bus network and 1 trip on the tourist train included in the price of the Card.
- Entry to the Alhambra Palace is timed. When you book your Granada Card, it is obligatory to choose the date and the time of your visit to the Alhambra Palace.
- Nasrid Palaces visit must be done at the specific time shown on the ticket.
- Sacromonte Abbey’s visit is guided. You are requested to reach out to the venue to schedule a time to do the visit (0034 958 221 445).
- The Granada Card does not include access to the Planetarium and to the Biodromo at the Science Park.
- Monuments operate daily. They are closed on the 25th of December (Christmas Day) and the 1st of January.
- Monuments visitation may be subject to alterations or cancellations without previous warning.
You need to collect your tickets from a bus terminal in one of the following locations:
- Gran Vía 29-Sagrado Corazón
- Gran Vía 32 - Sagrado Corazón
- Gran Vía 7- Catedral
- Gran Vía 4 - Catedral
- Acera del Darro 8 - Puerta Real
- Acera del Casino 5 - Puerta Real
You will need to insert the LOC BUS code (provided on your ticket) on the bus terminal screen. Check the bus terminal location map here.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
From Sevilla : All Alhambra Skip the Line Guided Tour
- Depart from Seville and head to the Alhambra for a guided tour through its palace complex and surroundings.
- Grasp the subtleties of the Islamic architecture and art that festoon the palace, with critical insights from your expert guide into its history and roots.
- Visit the many attractions housed in the Alhambra complex, such as the Alcazaba, the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife.
Inclusions
- Pick up and drop-off at your hotel in Seville.
- Guided tour with expert guide
- Tickets for the different attractions of the Alhambra (Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife).
Exclusions
- Lunch (optional for € 18)
- Children aged 11 and under enjoy reduced prices on their tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
All Alhambra : Skip the Line Premium Tour with Nasrid Palaces
- Skip the lines and discover the crown jewel of Spain on a small group tour of no more than 10 people.
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Palace with a multi-lingual guide of your choice, and take a scenic stroll at the Generalife Gardens.
- The immersive tour allows you to visit the Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens, Alcazaba, Palace of Carlos V, the unique Patio of the Lions, and the Bath of the Mosque.
Inclusions
- Intimate walking tour of the complex with a group of 10 or lesser.
- Skip the Line access to Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces.
- Access to the Court of Lions.
- English, French, German or Spanish-speaking professional guide.
- Children under the age of 11 enjoy reduced prices on their tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Granada Alhambra Tickets
An official UNESCO heritage site, the Alhambra is one of Spain’s top-visited sites, drawing more than 6,000 visitors each day. The Alhambra palace is perched on the top of a hill, overlooking the old town of Granada and set against a beautiful backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
This marvelous piece of Islamic architecture was originally built in the 9th Century as a walled city. The current structure dates back to the 13th and 14th Centuries when it served as a residence for the Moorish monarchs of the Nasrid dynasties. The name Alhambra is derived from the Arabic phrase Al-Qala’a Al-Hamra (the Red Castle) due to the reddish color of its outer walls.
Why Visit Alhambra Granada?
- Panoramic Views: Reach the highest point at Alhambra for some breathtaking views of Granada and surrounding areas.
- Gardens at Alhambra: Lush greenery and serenity make the gardens at Alhambra a wonderful place to stroll through and take in sights.
- Alhambra Museum: Find beautiful Nasrid art at the Alhambra museum.
- Alcazaba: This is the oldest part of Alhambra and is the ideal place to visit for history buffs.
Your Alhambra Tickets Explained
Skip the Line Tickets
Since the Alhambra is one of Spain’s most-visited attractions, visitors will always experience long waiting lines at the entrance. The best way to avoid wasting time is by opting for skip-the-line Alhambra tickets. With this ticket, you can bypass the long waiting lines and get priority access to the Alhambra, including the Alcazaba fortress, Generalife Gardens and if included in your ticket, the Nasrid Palaces.
Guided Tour Tickets
There’s no better way to explore the historic structure than by opting for an Alhambra guided tour. Your local tour guide can speak several languages including but not limited to English, Spanish and French. They will guide you through all the important areas of the Alhambra complex including the Alcazaba fortress and Generalife gardens, informing you about its history, architecture and design, and other interesting trivia.
Access To Nasrid Palace
The Nasrid Palace is the main attraction of the Alhambra, visited by millions of visitors each year. Owing to its popularity, a standard Alhambra ticket does not include access to the Nasrid Palace -- you would have to book a ticket that specifically provides access to it. This ticket would give you skip the line access and a guided tour of Nasrid Palace.
With Return Transfers
If you’re looking to save time on commute, opt for Alhambra tickets that provide return transfers. By opting for a ticket with return transfers, you don’t have to worry about planning transport from your hotel to the Alhambra, and back again. As part of this ticket, you will be picked up directly from your hotel, taken to the Alhambra, and then dropped right back.
Explore the Alhambra
Nasrid Palace
The Nasrid Palace is the Alhambra’s central attraction, showcasing the finest Islamic-era architecture in Europe. It boasts perfectly-proportioned rooms and courtyards, intricately-molded stucco walls, beautiful tiling, finely-carved wooden ceilings, elegant patios and beautiful facades with complex Islamic geometric designs.
This iconic structure was the official residence of the first Moorish king, Mohammad I, and has continued to serve as the seat of the Nasrid emirs. The Nasrid Palaces are divided into three key areas: the entrance through Mexuar which is the administrative and public part of the complex, the Palacio de Comares which was the emir's official and private residence, and the Palacio de Los Leones which served as a private area for the royal family.
Explore Nasrid Palace
Alcazaba
This military rampart is the oldest segment of the Alhambra, dating back to the 9th Century. Built and originally used as a residential quarter by King Mohammad I, until the completion of the Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba fortress was mainly used for military purposes.
Although the fortress is mostly in ruins, the Torre de la Vela or the Watchtower is definitely worth a visit. Once you climb up the winding staircase leading up to the tower, you will be mesmerized by the breathtaking views, including the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the backdrop. The tower is also historically significant as the one where the cross and banners of the Reconquista were raised in January of 1492.
Explore Alcazaba
Generalife Gardens
The Generalife, the emirs’ gorgeous summer estate, dates back to the 14th Century and derives its name from the Arabic phrase, Jinan Al-‘Arif, meaning ‘the overseer’s gardens’. Situated farthest away from the rest of the Alhambra buildings, the enchanting Generalife gardens and palace were used as the emirs’ summer home. The perfectly manicured rectangular gardens are laden with colorful flowers, towering trees, an amphitheater and small fountains, evoking resplendent imagery.
While you stroll through these gardens, you will arrive at a string of elegantly-designed rectangular plots, the Jardines Nuevos or the Lower Gardens. These lead up to the whitewashed Palacio del Generalife, the emirs’ summer palace, from where you can see the Alcazaba Fortress.
Explore Generalife GardensPlan Your Visit
Alhambra opening hours vary based on the time of year you plan to visit:
From April to mid-October: 08:30 AM to 08:00 PM.
From mid-October to end of March: 08:30 AM to 06:00 PM.
The Alhambra is open on all days of the week.
The Alhambra is closed on January 1 and December 25. It is otherwise open through the year and every day of the week.
The best time to visit the Alhambra is between April to June and September to November. During spring, you can enjoy the Generalife gardens in full bloom, while fall season offers pleasant weather and less crowds. The busiest time of the year is during summer, between June to September.
Getting to the Alhambra is possible by car, taxi or bus. You can also opt for Alhambra tickets that include return transfers.
Yes, if you want to get to the Alhambra by bus, you can take buses C3, C30 or C32. They will drop you directly in front of the Alhambra entrance.
Yes, you can take a car or taxi to get to the Alhambra. A journey from Granada center to the Alhambra would take about 10-15 minutes.
You can avoid long waiting lines by opting for skip-the-line Alhambra tickets. With these, you get priority access to major attractions at the Alhambra, including the Alcazaba and Generalife gardens.
Not all Alhambra tickets include access to the Nasrid Palace. When you purchase Alhambra tickets that specifically include access to the Nasrid Palace, you get skip-the-line access as well.
Yes. Your Alhambra skip-the-line tickets do include a local, multilingual tour guide.
Most areas of the Alhambra are accessible by those on wheelchairs. Areas like the Generalife Gardens and some parts of the Nasrid Palace are accessible with assistance by those with limited mobility. However, areas like the Alcazaba are not wheelchair-accessible owing to its ancient structure.
Yes. Storage lockers have been made available at the Granada for visitors, since attractions like the Nasrid Palace do not allow you to carry backpacks and luggage.
Yes, small cafeterias and vending machines have been made available to the public inside the Alhambra.
Yes, paid parking has been made available right outside the Alhambra for visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alhambra Granada Tickets
The best place to buy Alhambra Granada tickets is online to ensure a hassle-free experience and avoid long lines!
A. It depends on the Alhambra ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund on canceling tickets up to 48-72 hours in advance, for others there may be no refund available on cancelation. Please check before you make your reservation.
A. The Alhambra is accepting guided tour groups with a maximum of 25 guests.
A. A standard Alhambra ticket includes skip-the-line access to attractions like the Generalife gardens, Alcazaba fortress and Palace of Charles V among others.
A. Not all Alhambra tickets include access to the Nasrid Palace. You would have to book tickets that specifically allow access into the Nasrid Palace.
A. Yes. Your Alhambra ticket includes guided tours of the major attractions within the complex.
A. Some Alhambra tickets include return transfers; you will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel after your tour, allowing you to save time and money planning commute for your experience.
A. Yes. Your Alhambra tickets include skip the line access to major attractions within the complex. This allows you to bypass the long waiting lines.
A. Most Alhambra tickets cannot be canceled, rescheduled or amended. It is highly recommended that you plan your trip in advance.
A. The Alhambra complex is vast, with multiple attractions to visit; therefore it is recommended that you dedicate almost an entire day to this experience. Please also arrive about 30 minutes before your scheduled slot.
A. Owing to its popularity, tickets to the Alhambra often sell out weeks before. It is recommended that you book your ticket online well in advance to your trip to Granada.