Albaicín & Sacromonte Tours
Wander the Albaicín, Granada’s atmospheric Moorish old quarter of white houses and steep lanes, to the Mirador de San Nicolás for the classic Alhambra view, and on to Sacromonte, the historic cave-dwelling Roma neighbourhood and home of zambra flamenco.
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Albaicín & Sacromonte in Granada — FAQ
What is the Albaicín in Granada?
The Albaicín is Granada’s UNESCO-listed Moorish old quarter, a maze of whitewashed houses and narrow lanes climbing the hill opposite the Alhambra, famous for the sunset view from the Mirador de San Nicolás.
What is Sacromonte known for?
Sacromonte is Granada’s historic Roma neighbourhood of cave dwellings on the hillside, famous as the birthplace of the zambra style of flamenco, performed in its atmospheric cave venues.
Where is the best view of the Alhambra?
The Mirador de San Nicolás in the Albaicín offers the classic postcard view of the Alhambra against the Sierra Nevada — magical at sunset and a highlight of any walking tour.