Guided Tours

Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour without Entry Tickets

Alhambra palace complex with historic architecture in Granada, Spain.

Decorated tile interiors at Nasrid Palaces, Alhambra, Spain

Dive into Spain's rich history with a guided tour of Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, complete with expert narration in Spanish!

Highlights

Join an insightful journey through Alhambra and the Nasrid Palaces with an expert guide. Remember to buy your own tickets in advance to join this tour!
Discover the beauty of Alhambra's walls adorned with inscriptions, poems, and Qur'anic quotes with an audio tour crafted for groups of 7 or more.
Marvel at the exquisite stucco work, intricate tilework, and lush courtyards of the Nasrid Palaces, showcasing the opulent lifestyle of its rulers.
Wander through spaces like the Golden Room, attributed to Muhammad V, featuring a beautifully repainted woodwork ceiling with the emblem of the Catholic Monarchs.
Did you know? The ceilings of the Hall of the Abencerrajes in the Nasrid Palace are designed to mimic the night sky, with thousands of tiny star-like formations.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Alhambra, Generalife, Alcazaba & Nasrid Palaces
Expert Spanish-speaking guide
Audio system for groups of more than 7

Exclusions

Entry to Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces (compulsory to buy tickets before booking)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Macarena

4/5

Dec, 2024

The visit was very nice, I think it is essential to visit the Alhambra with someone who can guide you because otherwise you will see beautiful things but without knowing what each one is because inside the Alhambra there is no information that you can read.

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Pedro

5/5

Dec, 2024

Everything was great, a very nice visit and with an excellent guide, very well explained and very nice.

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Your experience

Explore Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces, a journey through time

Begin your journey back in time with this guided tour in Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces. Remember to get your general tickets in advance, and then prepare to be whisked away into a world of stories, architecture, and art. Your official guide, a true historian at heart, will lead you through the tranquil Generalife Gardens, revealing interesting tidbits along the way. Enjoy priority access for groups and an audio system for groups of 7 or more that allows everyone to clearly hear the guide's narration.

Unveiling Nasrid Palaces and Palace of Charles V in Alhambra

Venture next into the Nasrid Palaces, a celebration of Islamic art, brought alive by vibrant tiles, intricate plasterwork, and the tales of the Nasrid Dynasty. Pause at the Palace of Charles V, nestled in the heart of Granada's Alhambra, showcases Renaissance architecture commissioned by Holy Roman Emperor Charles V in the 16th century. Its circular courtyard features a central fountain, encircled by a square building with two floors. The second floor serves as a venue for concerts and cultural events, offering a striking contrast to Alhambra's Moorish design and drawing tourists from around the world.

Panoramic views and impressive architecture

Scale the heights of the Alcazaba Fortress for a panoramic view of Granada and its surroundings. The tour concludes with a comprehensive exploration of Spain's most significant historical site, where you’ll discover how each architectural detail tells a story of the past.

Know before you go

What to bring

To join this guided tour, make sure to buy your Alhambra general tickets in advance and book a time slot for the Nasrid Palaces exactly 1 hour after the guided tour begins. Without them, you won't be able to participate.
Please carry your original identity document with you. It is essential for access to the Alhambra, and staff may request it at any moment.

What's not allowed

The following is not allowed inside the venue: pets, luggage & large bags, selfie sticks, flash photography.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Granada Tourism and Leisure.
Address: P.º de la Sabica, 1, Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain.
Landmark: "Alhambra Meeting Point", located in front of the bus stop of Alhambra..

Get directions to the meeting point