Alhambra private tour
Overview
Explore the most-visited monument in Spain led by a private and knowledgeable local guide. Admire the beauty of the Alhambra, the Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba and the Generalife.
Highlights
- Explore the most-visited monument in Spain
- Discover the unique charm of the exquisitely and detailed Islamic art and architecture of the Nasrid Palaces
- Admire the stunning Alcazaba fortress and the peaceful gardens of the Generalife
- Enjoy your visit led by a private and knowledgeable local guide
- The Patronage of Alhambra and Generalife requires us to indicate the full name of each visitor; this information is essential when purchasing a ticket. The name given at the time of booking must be the same name that appears on the identity card of each participant
Explore the Alhambra, the most-visited monument in Spain!
Discover the unique and special charm of the exquisitely and detailed Islamic art and architecture of the Nasrid Palaces, the stunning Alcazaba fortress and the peaceful gardens of the Generalife, go directly to the main parts of the monument led by a private and knowledgeable local guide. Explore every part that forms the 'red fortress'.
Tour’s itinerary:
- The Alcazaba fortress: the most antique area of the Alhambra’s complex. In the past it was a military neighbourhood.
- Nasrid Palaces: including many rooms, enhancing the Palace of Mexuar, Palace of Comares and the magnificent Court of the Lions which is considered the maximum exponent of the Nasrid art.
- The Generalife: sultan’s summer palace, situated at the East of the Alhambra and surrounded by wide gardens filled with a great variety of vegetation, framed by a beautiful Islamic landscape.
What's included
- Skip-the-line tickets for every area of the Alhambra opened to the public (Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba fortress, Generalife)
- Private guide
- Lunch
- Other activities in the city
Meeting & pickup
Please arrive at 9.00am at the Welcome Visitor Centre, next to the Alhambra.
Additional info
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- If you forgot your own headphones or don't have any, headphones are provided on-site for the price of 1€
Know in advance:
- 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 the monument. The name given at the time of booking must be the same name that appears on the identity card of each participant
- The visit order of the different areas will be determined by the hour of entrance for the Nasrid Palaces. On occasion the Alhambra Trust may alter the order of the visit and restrict access to certain areas
- Due to the high demand for the Alhambra Palace, if the time slot you have chosen is not available, the supplier will book you into a new time slot
- This tour may be guided in two languages simultaneously
Remember to bring:
- It is mandatory to present your original Id card or passport to access the monumental complex
- For reasons of sustainability and cleanliness no headphones are provided. It is recommended that you bring your own headphones
Questions
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