Tours/Granada/Alhambra &Charles Palace Guided Tour with Optional Nasrid Palaces
Alhambra &Charles Palace Guided Tour with Optional Nasrid Palaces
4.3(2,198)Granada3 hours
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At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$24 / person
Rating
4.3 / 5 · 2,198 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, IT, FR
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
See policy below
Meeting point
Welcome Visitor Centre de Granavision, Junto el Hotel Guadalupe, a 100 metros de la entrada de la Alhambra. DEBEN ENTRAR DENTRO DE LA OFICINA / PLEASE CHECK IN INSIDE THE OFFICE
Explore Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens if you choose the complete option and enjoy on this 3-hour skip-the-line walking tour, led by a professional local guide. This tour option guarantees you'll have an Alhambra ticket and allows you to visit UNESCO-listed Alhambra with minimum fuss. Admire stunning Moorish architecture in the Nasrid Palaces and gain a glimpse into the lavish lives of the sultans who once lived here.
Another option is to discover the surroundings of the Alhambra. This experience doesn’t include admission to the Alhambra itself but focuses on its nearby landmarks around two hours. Opt to explore the surroundings of the Alhambra accompanied by your guide discover the Alhambra Forest, the Gate of Justice, the Plaza of the Cisterns, and the Palace of Charles V.
Tour Options
Spanish with Nasrid Palaces
Duration: 3 hours
Without Pickup: Includes ticket entry to the Alhambra, but it does not include hotel pickup.
Italian with Nasrid Palaces
Duration: 3 hours
Without Pickup: Includes ticket entry to the Alhambra, but it does not include hotel pickup.
English with Nasrid Palaces
Duration: 3 hours
Without Pickup: Includes ticket entry to the Alhambra, but it does not include hotel pickup.
Surroundings Alhambra Tour
Alhambra Tickets not included: (Alhambra Tickets not included only surroundings can be visited) Explore Alhambra Forest, Palace of Charles V...
with Nasrid Palaces & Pickup
Spanish or English with Pickup: This ticket includes entry to the Palace and hotel pick up.
German with Nasrid Palaces
Duration: 3 hours
Without Pickup: Includes ticket entry to the Alhambra, but it does not include hotel pickup.
French with Nasrid Palaces
Duration: 3 hours
Without Pickup: Includes ticket entry to the Alhambra, but it does not include hotel pickup.
Itinerary
Admission not included120 min
If it is option selected visit the Alhambra. Perched high on the hill overlooking the city, the incredible palace complex was first built as a fortress at the start of the 13th century. Successions of Spanish rulers made Alhambra their home.
Skip past the long entrance lines with your priority access ticket and walk around inside with your guide, hearing all the history of this fascinating site. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Step inside the Hall of Abencerrajes to gaze up at its star-shaped domed ceiling, and hear the tale of the massacre that took place here during a 15th century banquet.
After exploring the palaces, head to the Generalife Gardens to discover where the sultans and Moorish kings of bygone days once relaxed.
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15 min
Palace of Carlos V
Admission not included20 min
Visit the Generalife Gardens if option selected
Admission not included15 min
Visit the old Alcazaba Fortress. If option selected.
10 min
Alhambra Surroundings. THIS OPTION DOES NOT INCLUDE ALHAMBRA ENTRY TICKETS. Choose this option to explore the Alhambra surroundings: Guided tour to Alhambra Forest, Puerta de la Justicia, Plaza de los Aljibes, and the Palace of Charles V.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
On occasion the Alhambra Trust may alter the order of the visit and restrict access to certain areas. In this case, the tour will be adapted accordingly without reducing the visiting time
Please note that groups regularly change in size and nationality. In order to facilitate these changes, your visit may be given in two different languages.
Please note: the Alhambra requires that all passengers provide the full name, date of birth and passport details for each participant when booking. If not provided, the Alhambra may deny access to their premises.
Spanish and English language tours are confirmed but tours in French, German, and Italian require a minimum of 8 people to operate.
The Alhambra Surroundings Option: (Alhambra Tickets not included only surroundings can be visited) Explore Alhambra surroundings: Guided tour to Alhambra Forest, Puerta de la Justicia, Plaza de los Aljibes, Palace of Charles V.
It is mandatory to present the original Id card or passport to access the monumental complex
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Alhambra &Charles Palace Guided Tour with Optional Nasrid Palaces lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Granada experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(2,198)
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Rosethered
August 28, 2026
Alain our guide was great
Alain our guide was fantastic - very kind, informative and a marvellous sense of humour in 3 languages!!! Well done
The tour was wonderful Alain pointed out many points of interest as well as informed historical information and facts
Thank you for a great time
Operator response
Gracias por su reseña.
Es un placer saber que les encantó el tour con Alain, uno de nuestros mejores guías, y que además hayan disfrutado de la bella historia de nuestro emblemática Alhambra.
Un saludo cordial.
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Lallalou
August 19, 2026
An absolutely exceptional tour of the Alhambra with an exceptional guide!
We were lucky to be accompanied for 3 hours and 30 minutes by Andy, a fascinating, extremely kind, and captivating guide. Thanks to his explanations, his anecdotes, and his incredible knowledge of the place, we didn't just visit the Alhambra: we truly dove into its history and traveled back in time.
The 3.5 hours flew by because the tour was so lively and interesting. He knew how to captivate adults and children alike (we have 3, including a little 5-year-old), answer all our questions, and help us discover details we would never have noticed on our own.
A magnificent experience that will remain one of the very best memories of our trip to Andalusia. A huge thank you, Andy, for this moment and this tour, which we recommend with our eyes closed!
Operator response
Nous tenons à vous remercier infiniment pour votre commentaire.
Andy est un guide d'une valeur inestimable : il sait parfaitement transmettre sa passion et possède une vaste connaissance du monument, qu'il synthétise de telle sorte que les trois heures de visite passent en un clin d'œil.
Nous lui transmettrons vos mots ; il sera sans aucun doute ravi de les lire.
Bien à vous, et revenez vite nous voir !
S
somaiab2022
August 16, 2026
Great experience with carlos
It was a truly special experience with CarlosSerrano on Wednesday 29 July 2026. He provided us with incredibly useful information, and his interaction with us was exceptional and friendly.
I was particularly impressed that he speaks several different languages.
It's a real achievement to find someone who speaks Arabic with an Egyptian accent and is knowledgeable about all that history.
I want to thank Carlos sincerely and with all my heart.
Operator response
Thank you for your review!
Carlos Serrano possesses a wealth of knowledge regarding languages and the Alhambra. It is a true pleasure for us to have him as part of our team of guides.
We are also delighted to hear that you enjoyed his company.
We hope you return soon and that we can enjoy your company again!
A
Arda2804
August 7, 2026
The Alhambra like in a dream
A very big thank you to Consuelo for her guided tour in French of the Alhambra, Generalife and Nasrid Palaces. She knew how to share moments of history and life with us with ease and humor. She knew how to convey her passion for the city of Granada. We are delighted to have been able to take this tour in her company.
Operator response
Merci beaucoup de nous avoir fait part de votre expérience. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié cette merveilleuse visite de l'Alhambra. Il ne fait aucun doute que notre équipe de guides est exceptionnelle. Nous transmettrons votre aimable commentaire à Consuelo, qui se distingue sans aucun doute par son approche très particulière lors de ses visites.
Cordialement,
L'équipe de Granavisión
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846isabellai
June 28, 2026
My experience
I would 100% recommend first-time tourists to come to this place to learn about the history of Spain, I’ll definitely be coming back to this magical place!!!!!
Operator response
Thank you for your review!
Certainly this is an amazing and magical place that
worth visiting again.
We hope to see you soon!
Kind Regards
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105adriaand
June 9, 2026
Breathtaking day in Alhambra
It was a great experience a wonderful trip through the history of Spain. The architecture was amazing and the craftsmanship with which the palaces are built amazing! It was a long day but very rewarding.
The guide at Alhambra, Alain was very good, kept the pace up and was also funny.
Overall a great day that you will think back to!
Greeting Feikie and Adriaan
Operator response
Hartelijk dank voor uw vriendelijke woorden!
Het Alhambra is absoluut een bezoek waard. Maar als u het met Alain bezoekt, wordt de ervaring nog veel rijker.
Mocht u besluiten terug te komen, dan staan we u met open armen te wachten! Tot ziens!
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Raphaël L
June 2, 2026
The individual tour is almost just as good.
Unfortunately, there is not much to see.
Operator response
Bonjour.
Nous sommes sincèrement désolés que votre visite, les explications du guide et l'atmosphère de ce monument emblématique qu'est l'Alhambra ne vous aient pas plu.
Nous ne partageons en aucun cas votre avis sur l'expérience que vous avez pu vivre.
Cordialement.
G
GennaPM
May 27, 2026
Possibly false advertising
From the description, I thought I was getting a tour inside the Alhambra but in fact it was outside the grounds. The tour guide was actually very, very good, but I felt like this was false advertising.
Operator response
Good afternoon.
We're pleased to hear you rated our guide positively (it's a crucial aspect for us). However, if you look at your booking voucher, it indicates that you booked a tour of the Alhambra's exterior. In any case, we encourage you to book in advance next time to avoid any issues with ticket availability for visiting the monument.
Regards.
J
JaniceC2535
May 27, 2026
Really worthwhile to book this trip
really enjoyed the tour our guide Sara was excellent she spoke really good English and knew so much about the history of the Alhambra - would definitely recommend booking this tour - it took approx 2-2.5 hours we had booked for 2pm but the local tour company texted to say it was changed to 3pm we were able to walk from our hotel and had a bite lunch in a nice bar near the meeting point until it was time to go in the place is amazing with fantastic views and photo opportunities
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review!
Sometimes, due to availability and to allow you to fully experience the monument, we have to slightly delay (or advance) the start time of the tour. We are delighted to hear that this did not disrupt your plans and that you were captivated by both the expertise of your guide, Sara, and the incomparable beauty of the Alhambra.
If you return to the city, please don't hesitate to contact us; we look forward to welcoming you back.
Thank you!
M
Marycarmen L
May 26, 2026
We enjoyed Antonio Villalobos's explanation very much; he made the tour very enjoyable and pleasant. He helped us take photographs.
Excellent guide, very well prepared.
Operator response
Gracias por ssus palabras!
Se las haremos llegar tanto a Antonio, como al resto del equipo de Granavisión.
Vuelvan pronto a Granada!
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