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A programme full of fiestas and festivals
But you don't have to wait until then to enjoy leisure in Granada. Any time is a good time to practise one of the most deeply-rooted traditions in the city: going out for tapas. Although this tradition is present in many other Spanish cities - when they serve a small portion of regional food with your drink - in Granada it is considered to be an art. Moorish aromas pervade these tasting sessions, as well as many restaurants and tea shops.
On warm nights in Granada you can have a drink at a terrace in one of the squares, go for tapas in bars (young people usually go to the Pedro Antonio de Alarcón area; and to the centre, in streets near Plaza Nueva or the cathedral). Cocktail bars and discos with different music styles, to dance until dawn, can be found on Calle Elvira and the surrounding area, on the Gran Vía, Paseo de los Tristes, Plaza Nueva, and next to the bullring.
Sports lovers will be able to practise all kinds of sports at the Municipal Sports Arena, or go to Sierra Nevada Mountains to practise snow sports and hiking. The Costa Tropical, with vast sandy beaches, is an exceptional spot to practise water sports. But if you don't fancy leaving the city, you can relax in the Arab baths, which are part of the thermal water tradition in Granada. Young people travelling with the ISIC international youth card, and with the student card, will enjoy discounts in many museums and exhibitions. They will also get a reduced price on city bus tickets.
Granada has an important university and many students live in the city - thanks to this there are many leisure activities for young people. The programme at cinemas, theatres, auditoriums and exhibition halls is completed with many festivals that are celebrated in the city.
But you don't have to wait until then to enjoy leisure in Granada. Any time is a good time to practise one of the most deeply-rooted traditions in the city: going out for tapas. Although this tradition is present in many other Spanish cities - when they serve a small portion of regional food with your drink - in Granada it is considered to be an art. Moorish aromas pervade these tasting sessions, as well as many restaurants and tea shops.
On warm nights in Granada you can have a drink at a terrace in one of the squares, go for tapas in bars (young people usually go to the Pedro Antonio de Alarcón area; and to the centre, in streets near Plaza Nueva or the cathedral). Cocktail bars and discos with different music styles, to dance until dawn, can be found on Calle Elvira and the surrounding area, on the Gran Vía, Paseo de los Tristes, Plaza Nueva, and next to the bullring.
Sports lovers will be able to practise all kinds of sports at the Municipal Sports Arena, or go to Sierra Nevada Mountains to practise snow sports and hiking. The Costa Tropical, with vast sandy beaches, is an exceptional spot to practise water sports. But if you don't fancy leaving the city, you can relax in the Arab baths, which are part of the thermal water tradition in Granada. Young people travelling with the ISIC international youth card, and with the student card, will enjoy discounts in many museums and exhibitions. They will also get a reduced price on city bus tickets.
The International Music and Dance Festival fills the most beautiful corners of the city with classical music, flamenco, ballet and dance. Prestigious artists perform in the Patio de los Arrayanes courtyard, the Palace of Carlos V and the Generalife Gardens, amongst other historical buildings, and concert halls. Jazz lovers will be able to go to the International Jazz Festival, which fills the Isabel la Católica and Alhambra theatres with beautiful chords, while the so-called "Trasnoches" take place in live music clubs.
Another festival is the International Young Film Makers' Festival, which shows short films by young directors. There are also Flamenco Festivals, the International Puppet Theatre Festival or the International Magic Festival. We can't forget the International Theatre Festival, which brings the best current performances, or the International Tango Festival.
Granada organises many other festivals that fill the streets with life and cultural activities. A good chance to enjoy the festive atmosphere is Easter week, which has been designated of National Tourist Interest. The Conquest of Granada Festival or the Crosses Festival, when the houses and courtyards are adorned with flowers, are also worth seeing, as well as the Corpus Christi Fair (with important bullfights) or the festival of the Virgen de las Angustias. These days there are open-air celebrations and a broad programme of activities. Read more
But you don't have to wait until then to enjoy leisure in Granada. Any time is a good time to practise one of the most deeply-rooted traditions in the city: going out for tapas. Although this tradition is present in many other Spanish cities - when they serve a small portion of regional food with your drink - in Granada it is considered to be an art. Moorish aromas pervade these tasting sessions, as well as many restaurants and tea shops.
On warm nights in Granada you can have a drink at a terrace in one of the squares, go for tapas in bars (young people usually go to the Pedro Antonio de Alarcón area; and to the centre, in streets near Plaza Nueva or the cathedral). Cocktail bars and discos with different music styles, to dance until dawn, can be found on Calle Elvira and the surrounding area, on the Gran Vía, Paseo de los Tristes, Plaza Nueva, and next to the bullring.
Sports lovers will be able to practise all kinds of sports at the Municipal Sports Arena, or go to Sierra Nevada Mountains to practise snow sports and hiking. The Costa Tropical, with vast sandy beaches, is an exceptional spot to practise water sports. But if you don't fancy leaving the city, you can relax in the Arab baths, which are part of the thermal water tradition in Granada. Young people travelling with the ISIC international youth card, and with the student card, will enjoy discounts in many museums and exhibitions. They will also get a reduced price on city bus tickets.
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