Skip-the-line Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Tour in Granada

Name: Skip-the-line Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Tour in Granada
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4.7(150)2 hr 30 minEnglish, French, SpanishBook 15 hours aheadGranada, Spain

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Explore Granada’s UNESCO-listed Alhambra with skip-the-line entry and a licensed guide. Visit the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens, and Palace of Carlos V while learning how art, poetry, geometry, and water shaped Spain’s final Muslim kingdom.

• See the Alhambra’s highlights without navigating alone • Learn the meaning behind the Nasrid Palaces’ intricate decoration • Compare Moorish and Renaissance design • Hear stories of the Nasrid dynasty and Granada’s fall • Continue exploring independently after the tour

Inside the Nasrid Palaces, discover how stone, water, poetry, and geometry became symbols of power and paradise.

Walk through the fountains and shaded paths of the Generalife, once a royal retreat. Then admire the Palace of Carlos V, where Renaissance architecture contrasts with Moorish design.

After the guided tour, explore the Alcazaba fortress at your own pace and remain inside until closing. Leave with a deeper understanding of the cultures that shaped the Alhambra.

Included

Self-guided access to the Alcazaba fortress area
Headsets for clear audio when required
Guided visit to the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens, and Palace of Carlos V
Skip-the-line Alhambra ticket with timed Nasrid Palaces entry
Professional licensed guide

Not included

Transport to and from Alhambra

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What you'll do

The Alhambra
Calle Real de la Alhambra, s/n, Palacio de Carlos V, Granada, Spain
Begin your visit inside Granada’s UNESCO-listed Alhambra complex. Your licensed guide will introduce the history of this hilltop palace-city, explain the route, and prepare you for the different architectural worlds you will encounter.
15 minAdmission included
Nasrid Palaces
Calle Real De La Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Enter the most sought-after part of the Alhambra at the assigned monument time. Explore royal halls, peaceful courtyards, carved arches, Arabic inscriptions, and water features while learning how the Nasrid rulers transformed architecture into symbols of power and paradise.
50 minAdmission included
Palace of Carlos V
Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Visit the Renaissance Palace of Carlos V, a striking architectural contrast within the Alhambra complex. Discover how its circular courtyard and imperial design reflect Granada’s transformation after the Christian conquest.
20 minAdmission included
Generalife
Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Continue with your guide through the Generalife, once a royal retreat for Granada’s rulers. Walk among fountains, shaded paths, flowers, and quiet courtyards while discovering how the gardens were designed as an escape from palace life.
45 minAdmission included
Alcazaba
Calle Real de la Alhambra, Conjunto Monumental de la Alhambra y el Generalife, Granada, Spain
Continue independently into the Alcazaba fortress area as a self-guided part of your visit. Explore one of the oldest sections of the Alhambra, known for its defensive walls, historic remains, and panoramic views over Granada.
20 minAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

5 locations

Pickup details

Meet our staff near the Generalife ticket office, wearing purple "Crown Tours" t-shirts for easy recognition. Arrive 30 minutes early; latecomers may miss the activity.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please ensure you bring your original ID with you, as entry will not be permitted without it.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Palace entry times may not always coincide with the selected start time. If any changes arise, our team will contact you directly.
Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled meeting time.