Alhambra y Generalife
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Type of visit: Monuments - Palace
The Alhambra was a palace, a citadel, fortress, and the home of the Nasrid sultans, high government officials, servants of the court and elite soldiers (from the 13th to the 14th century). Today, the monument is divided into four main areas: the Palaces, the military zone or Alcazaba, the city or Medina and the agricultural estate of the Generalife. All of these areas are surrounded by woods, gardens and orchards.
Other notable buildings belonging to a different time period are also included, such as the Renaissance style Palace of Charles V, which houses the Alhambra Museum (most of the items are from the site of the monument) and the Fine Art Museum.
In order to fully appreciate the unique architecture of the Alhambra set within the surrounding landscape, it is advisable to visit an area of the 'Albaicín' called 'Mirador de San Nicolás', or go to 'Sacromonte'. From both of these places the Alhambra's spectacular location, lying just above the city of Granada, can really be admired.
Tickets are only valid for the day indicated in the ticket. Due to high demand and limited visitors per day, it is advisable to book tickets at least one week in advance.
Advance sale: The purchase is made with credit or debit card and has a commission of around 1 euro per ticket.
Internet: www.alhambra-tickets.es
This monument is attached to 'Bono Turístico'.
General information
- From November to March 15:
- Day visits Monday to Sunday from 8,00h to 18h.
- Night visits Friday and Saturday from 20h to 21,30h.
- From March 16 to October:
- Day visits Monday to Sunday from 8,30h to 20h.
- Night visits Tuesday to Saturday from 22h to 23,30h.
On 25th December and 1st January closed.
- Day visit: 12€
- Visit to the gardens: 6€
- Nigh visit: 12€
People over 65 years of age and pensioners from the E.U.: 9€.
Children under eight years of age and disabled people free.
Services and Infrastructures
Parking
Shop
Facilities for Disabled
Accessible for handicapped
