TOUR OF GRANADA'S ALBAICÍN AND SACROMONTE
The Albaicín and Sacromonte contain an essential part of historic Granada outside the monumental centre. On this guided visit you walk through cobbled streets, medieval cisterns, Mudéjar churches, viewpoints and areas of cave houses with direct views towards the Alhambra.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION FOR THE ALBAICÍN TOUR IN GRANADA
Duration
The visit lasts approximately 2 hours.
Languages and groups
The tour is conducted in Spanish and English. Groups are separated by language, so explanations are not mixed in the same visit.
Available times
From 15 October to 31 March, the visit begins at 18:00. From 1 April to 14 October, departure is at 20:00.
Price and tickets included
La tarifa de adulto, a partir de 11 años, es de 12 €. Los niños de 6 a 10 años pagan 6 €. Los menores de 6 años pueden hacer la visita de forma gratuita.
What's included
Includes the 2-hour guided visit with an official guide through the Albaicín and Sacromonte. Does not include transport to the meeting point or entrance to buildings along the route.
Meeting point
Plaza Santa Ana
Confirmation
Accessibility
The route is not accessible for wheelchairs or pushchairs. The route includes climbs, stairs and cobbled sections. On rainy days, the ground in the Albaicín can be slippery. Comfortable, non-slip footwear is recommended.
Families and pets
The visit is suitable for families with children. If you're coming with babies, a baby carrier is recommended, as the route cannot be done with a pushchair. Pets are permitted during the visit.
Group size
CONDITIONS FOR CHANGING OR CANCELLING YOUR BOOKING
You can cancel the visit with 24 hours' notice at no cost. If you cancel with less notice or don't turn up to the tour without warning, no refund is made.
The tour runs as normal regardless of weather changes. It is only cancelled if there is a severe storm or conditions that could pose a risk on the slopes, stairs and cobbled sections of the Albaicín and Sacromonte. In that case, we contact customers in advance to manage the cancellation or find an alternative.
You can also request a time change to available departures, provided there are places and it is arranged before the visit.
REVIEWS FROM THOSE WHO HAVE EXPLORED THE ALBAICÍN AND SACROMONTE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BEFORE TAKING THE ALBAICÍN AND SACROMONTE ROUTE
HOW MUCH DOES THE ALBAICÍN AND SACROMONTE TOUR COST?
The adult rate for those aged 11 and over is €12. Children aged 6 to 10 pay €6 and children under 6 can do the visit for free.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE BOOKING?
The booking includes an official guide for the 2-hour route through the Albaicín and Sacromonte. It does not include transport or entrance to any of the buildings along the itinerary.
WHERE DOES THE VISIT DEPART FROM?
The meeting point is Plaza de Santa Ana, next to the Iglesia de San Gil y Santa Ana. Guides wait with orange umbrellas.
ARE THERE GROUPS IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH?
Yes. The visit is offered in Spanish and English. Groups do not mix languages.
CAN I DO THE ROUTE WITH A WHEELCHAIR OR PUSHCHAIR?
No. The route includes climbs, stairs and cobbles, so it cannot be done with a wheelchair or pushchair.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO CHANGE OR CANCEL?
The visit can be cancelled with 24 hours' notice at no cost. If cancelled with less notice or if you don't turn up without prior warning, no refund is made. The tour can be rescheduled to any of the available times, subject to availability.
WHEN DO I RECEIVE CONFIRMATION OF THE TOUR?
Confirmation is instant. Upon completing your booking you will receive an email with the voucher, meeting point, timetable and all tour details.
BOOK YOUR ALBAICÍN AND SACROMONTE ROUTE
Book this guided visit if you want to explore two of Granada's most recognisable historic neighbourhoods in a single route. Over approximately 2 hours, the official guide connects the area around Plaza de Santa Ana, the Carrera del Darro, the Albaicín and Sacromonte in an outdoor route, with no entrance to buildings.
Upon completing your booking you will receive the voucher by email with the meeting point, timetable, location map and main tour details. You simply need to show it from your mobile to the guide on the day of the visit.
Remember to arrive a few minutes early at Plaza de Santa Ana, next to the Iglesia de San Gil y Santa Ana, to locate the orange umbrella and start the route at the scheduled time.