Granada

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Granada / Andalusia

At the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, between the rivers Darro and Genil, lies one of the most interesting cities in eastern Andalusia. This impressive Andalusian legacy comes together with architectural jewels from the Renaissance and the most modern 21st-century facilities.

Granada has an unmistakably Moorish flavour, as it was the last city to be reconquered by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492. Its gastronomy, craftwork and urban landscape are shaped by its glorious historical past.

Fountains, viewpoints and “Cármenes” – the houses surrounded by gardens which are typical of this city – create delightful, unforgettable neighbourhoods. It is no surprise that one of its historic districts, Albaicín, is a World Heritage Site, together with the Alhambra and Generalife. It was an important cultural centre for many centuries, under both Islamic and Christian rulers, and still boasts an admirable array of culture and leisure activities. Film, music and theatre programmes and festivals are complemented by permanent and travelling exhibitions covering all fields of knowledge. Renaissance palaces are home to seminars, conferences and lectures, while the most innovative infrastructure is ready for larger-scale events.

Images of the Alhambra worth looking at again and again

The Alhambra, which was declared a World Heritage Site was constructed as the embodiment of heaven on earth.…

Granada in two days

Tour Granada in two days and surrender to the charms of this city that captivates all five senses.…

How to buy tickets and visiting the Alhambra

The Alhambra in the city of Granada is one of the most famous monuments in the world, and one of the most visited sites in Spain.…

Detail of the Hall of the Ambassadors in the Alhambra’s Comares Tower

Arab baths in Granada

As the heir to the culture of Al-Andalus and the thousand-year-old tradition of the hammam, Granada is the ideal Spanish city to take the plunge and try an Arab…

Routes of the Al-Andalus Legacy

Our suggested route explores the heritage, history and culture of al-Andalus, the Islamic Andalusia of the 8th to 15th centuries.…

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Granada in two days

Tour Granada in two days and surrender to the charms of this city…

How to buy tickets and visiting the Alhambra

The Alhambra in the city of Granada is one of the most famous…

Arab baths in Granada

As the heir to the culture of Al-Andalus and the…

Routes of the Al-Andalus Legacy

Our suggested route explores the heritage, history and culture of…

Images of the Alhambra worth looking at again and again

The Alhambra, which was declared a World Heritage Site was…

Practical information

How to get there - transport information

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How to get to aeroplane

F.G.L. Granada-Jaén Airport is 15 kilometres from the city.
Buses between the city and the airport are adapted to suit flight times.
The airport is not very busy. Direct flights to European cities.
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How to get to train

Granada’s railway station is located in the city centre, on Avenida Andaluces.
High-speed trains (AVE) take just over three hours to Madrid.
Connections to the main Spanish cities.
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How to get to bus

Granada’s bus and coach station has lines to every part of Spain and to the main European destinations.
More information on how to get from the station to the city centre.

How to get there by road