Alhambra Tickets
Discover the history and cultural significance of various Spanish dynasties at the majestic Alhambra complex. Our collection of Alhambra tickets offer skip-the-line entry and guided tours of the Carlos V Palace, Generalife Gardens, Medina, the Alcazaba Fortress, and the famed Nasrid Palaces.
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Explore Alhambra with ease and enjoy seamless access to the Nasrid Palaces on this expertly crafted tour with skip-the-line entry.
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Enjoy captivating guidance in 5 language options, within a group size of your choosing – large, medium, small or private!
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Pick up tidbits of history as you take a stroll in the impeccably manicured Generalife Gardens.
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Learn about the different architectural styles of the Alhambra as you discover the Palace of Charles V, the Gate of Pomegranates, and the unique Court of the Lions.
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Did you know? Alhambra Palace is called the Red Fortress because the word ‘Alhambra’ means red or vermilion castle in Arabic.
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Explore Alhambra with ease and enjoy seamless access to the Nasrid Palaces on this expertly crafted tour with skip-the-line entry.
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Enjoy captivating guidance in 5 language options, within a group size of your choosing – large, medium, small or private!
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Pick up tidbits of history as you take a stroll in the impeccably manicured Generalife Gardens.
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Learn about the different architectural styles of the Alhambra as you discover the Palace of Charles V, the Gate of Pomegranates, and the unique Court of the Lions.
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Did you know? Alhambra Palace is called the Red Fortress because the word ‘Alhambra’ means red or vermilion castle in Arabic.
- The simplest way to access the Alhambra, Generalife, and Alcazaba – with skip-the-line entry tickets!
- Explore the beautiful Generalife palace and gardens, the sultan’s former summer residence. Tune into a multilingual audio guide if you choose the option.
- Stand in amazement of the fortress Alcazaba and the Candle Tower, and upgrade for tickets to the Nasrid Palaces.
- Upgrade further for the 48-hour Granada Card! Use the public transport and access iconic monuments in the city.
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- The simplest way to access the Alhambra, Generalife, and Alcazaba – with skip-the-line entry tickets!
- Explore the beautiful Generalife palace and gardens, the sultan’s former summer residence. Tune into a multilingual audio guide if you choose the option.
- Stand in amazement of the fortress Alcazaba and the Candle Tower, and upgrade for tickets to the Nasrid Palaces.
- Upgrade further for the 48-hour Granada Card! Use the public transport and access iconic monuments in the city.
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Gain fast-track access to the complex, from the Alcazaba to the Generalife Gardens, on this expert-guided tour of Alhambra.
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Listen to anecdotes and facts about this Spanish National Monument from a knowledgeable guide in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian.
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Learn about the different architectural styles that make up the different parts of the Alhambra Complex, like the Palace of Charles V and the Gate of Pomegranates.
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Spend time at the Alcazaba, a fortress that is the oldest part of the Alhambra, and learn about the role it has played in various battles.
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Fun fact: The Generalife is the luxurious former Summer Palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers of Granada.
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Gain fast-track access to the complex, from the Alcazaba to the Generalife Gardens, on this expert-guided tour of Alhambra.
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Listen to anecdotes and facts about this Spanish National Monument from a knowledgeable guide in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian.
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Learn about the different architectural styles that make up the different parts of the Alhambra Complex, like the Palace of Charles V and the Gate of Pomegranates.
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Spend time at the Alcazaba, a fortress that is the oldest part of the Alhambra, and learn about the role it has played in various battles.
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Fun fact: The Generalife is the luxurious former Summer Palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers of Granada.
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Take a stroll outside the complex with this guided tour and pass by notable structures that have shaped history the way we see it today.
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Unable to secure your visit to the Alhambra? This tour is the best alternative, complete with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Learn about the Palace of Charles V – a masterpiece in Rennaisance architecture, the old San Francisco Convent, and the archaeological remains of Abencerrajes Palace.
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Enjoy incredible views of the Albaicín, a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site in all its glory!
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Take a stroll outside the complex with this guided tour and pass by notable structures that have shaped history the way we see it today.
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Unable to secure your visit to the Alhambra? This tour is the best alternative, complete with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Learn about the Palace of Charles V – a masterpiece in Rennaisance architecture, the old San Francisco Convent, and the archaeological remains of Abencerrajes Palace.
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Enjoy incredible views of the Albaicín, a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site in all its glory!
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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!
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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.
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Marvel at the exquisite stucco work, intricate tilework, and lush courtyards of the Nasrid Palaces, showcasing the opulent lifestyle of its rulers.
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Wander through spaces like the Golden Room, attributed to Muhammad V, featuring a beautifully repainted woodwork ceiling with the emblem of the Catholic Monarchs.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Marvel at the exquisite stucco work, intricate tilework, and lush courtyards of the Nasrid Palaces, showcasing the opulent lifestyle of its rulers.
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Wander through spaces like the Golden Room, attributed to Muhammad V, featuring a beautifully repainted woodwork ceiling with the emblem of the Catholic Monarchs.
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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.
- Explore the city of Granada at your own pace with the Granada City Card and visit a variety of historic monuments such as Alhambra and Cartuja Monastery.
- Enjoy 9 bus rides in the Alhambra public transport network and 1 ride on the touristic train. Reach your destinations easily and conveniently.
- Choose from 48 and 72-hour validity options depending on the time you have. The latter includes access to the Banuelo public baths and Horno del Oro House.
- Fun fact: During the Renaissance, Alhambra's courtyards, water installations, and motifs deeply influenced European art and architecture.
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- Explore the city of Granada at your own pace with the Granada City Card and visit a variety of historic monuments such as Alhambra and Cartuja Monastery.
- Enjoy 9 bus rides in the Alhambra public transport network and 1 ride on the touristic train. Reach your destinations easily and conveniently.
- Choose from 48 and 72-hour validity options depending on the time you have. The latter includes access to the Banuelo public baths and Horno del Oro House.
- Fun fact: During the Renaissance, Alhambra's courtyards, water installations, and motifs deeply influenced European art and architecture.
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Uncover Granada's wonders with unlimited hop-on hop-off for 2 days to explore famous landmarks like Cathedral at Plaza Romanilla.
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Take a single route featuring 11 popular stops, serviced every 30 to 45 minutes, and enhance your journey with audio guide in 12 languages.
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Explore the Alhambra, Spain's top attraction showcasing the Nasrid dynasty's heritage, and enjoy skip-the-line access.
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Admire the renowned Lion Fountain, featuring a dozen intricately sculpted marble lions, each showcasing its own distinctive design.
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Fun Fact: The Nasrid dynasty, the last Muslim dynasty in Spain, constructed most of the Alhambra's palaces during their reign from the 13th to the 15th century.
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Uncover Granada's wonders with unlimited hop-on hop-off for 2 days to explore famous landmarks like Cathedral at Plaza Romanilla.
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Take a single route featuring 11 popular stops, serviced every 30 to 45 minutes, and enhance your journey with audio guide in 12 languages.
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Explore the Alhambra, Spain's top attraction showcasing the Nasrid dynasty's heritage, and enjoy skip-the-line access.
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Admire the renowned Lion Fountain, featuring a dozen intricately sculpted marble lions, each showcasing its own distinctive design.
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Fun Fact: The Nasrid dynasty, the last Muslim dynasty in Spain, constructed most of the Alhambra's palaces during their reign from the 13th to the 15th century.
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Explore all of Alhambra, from the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife Gardens, the Alcazaba, the Palace of Carlos V, the unique Patio of the Lions, and the Bath of the Mosque.
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Be accompanied by your choice of an expert English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Wander through the Alcazaba, a fortified military structure, then ascend the Torre de la Vela for breathtaking views of the Albaicín neighborhood.
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Upgrade for exclusive nighttime access with fewer crowds and delve into its history with complimentary audio headsets for clear narration.
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Fun fact: The name "Alhambra" is derived from Arabic, meaning "The Red One," likely due to the reddish color of the walls.
More details
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Explore all of Alhambra, from the Nasrid Palaces, the Generalife Gardens, the Alcazaba, the Palace of Carlos V, the unique Patio of the Lions, and the Bath of the Mosque.
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Be accompanied by your choice of an expert English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Wander through the Alcazaba, a fortified military structure, then ascend the Torre de la Vela for breathtaking views of the Albaicín neighborhood.
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Upgrade for exclusive nighttime access with fewer crowds and delve into its history with complimentary audio headsets for clear narration.
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Fun fact: The name "Alhambra" is derived from Arabic, meaning "The Red One," likely due to the reddish color of the walls.
- Skip the long queues and dive right into the rich heritage that the Alhambra palaces exude on a private guided tour.
- Learn about the legends, secrets, and stories of the Alhambra palaces with an official guide.
- Discover the Muslim Nazari Palaces on this private tour.
- Visit the Palace of the Lions, the remains of the medina, the Palace of Comares, and much more.
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- Skip the long queues and dive right into the rich heritage that the Alhambra palaces exude on a private guided tour.
- Learn about the legends, secrets, and stories of the Alhambra palaces with an official guide.
- Discover the Muslim Nazari Palaces on this private tour.
- Visit the Palace of the Lions, the remains of the medina, the Palace of Comares, and much more.
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About Alhambra
The Alhambra, a jewel of Islamic architecture, is Granada's most iconic landmark. This sprawling complex blends fortifications, palaces, and gardens, showcasing the sophistication of the Nasrid dynasty. From the opulent Hall of the Ambassadors to the tranquil Generalife gardens, the Alhambra offers a glimpse into a bygone era of artistic and architectural innovation.
The name 'Alhambra' originates from the Arabic term 'Al-Hamra', which means 'the red one', a reference to the reddish walls and towers of the complex.
Washington Irwing, the American author wrote 'Tales of the Alhambra' while actually living in the palace, which has since become a popular literary classic.
Alhambra's Nasrid Palaces feature intricate ‘honeycomb’ ceilings that were designed to symbolize paradise.
Alhambra's Generalife gardens are known for their ‘water staircases’ a fountain system that uses gravity to distribute water to the different levels.
Why visit Alhambra?
Highlights
Nasrid Palaces
The Nasrid Palaces are the crown jewel of the Alhambra, a complex of buildings that served as the palace-city of the Nasrid sultans. Each palace within the complex has its own unique features, from the intricate stucco work of the Mexuar to the famous Court of the Lions.
Palace of Charles V
This unique palace highlights the European influence on the Alhambra with its Renaissance architecture. Inside, you'll find two museums: the Alhambra Museum, which showcases Moorish artifacts and history, and the Fine Arts Museum, celebrating Spanish art.
Court of the Myrtles
The Court of the Myrtles is named after the myrtle bushes that line its central reflecting pool, and it is one of the most iconic sights within the Nasrid Palaces.
Alcazaba Fortress
The Alcazaba Fortress is the oldest part of the Alhambra Palace complex, serving as a military precinct with robust walls and towers. From its ramparts, you can enjoy sweeping vistas of Granada.
Hall of the Ambassadors
As the largest room in the Alhambra, the Hall of the Ambassadors served as the grand reception area for sultans. Its wooden ceiling represents the seven heavens of Islamic cosmology, a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
Plan your visit
The Pavilion Main Entrance
Located on the east side of the fortress, this entrance is for visitors who don’t have a ticket yet or are supposed to collect their QR code-based tickets. There is a restriction on number of visitors per day, so arriving earlier is advantageous. Access Pavilion is where you need to collect your tickets and QR codes. The ticket office opens at 8 AM. The wait time is usually 30 minutes and longer on weekends.
The Gate of Justice (Puerta de la Justicia)
This gate is for visitors who already have a QR code-based ticket. You can swiftly enter through this gate by scanning the code and there's no ticket office here. The queue here is shorter and moves quickly.
Day time visit:
From April 1 to October 14 - Monday to Sunday from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
From October 15 to March 31 - Monday to Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Evening Visit
From April 1 to October 14 - Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM
October 15 to March 31 - Friday & Saturday: 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Note that you'll have to be present at the gate on give time slot since the palace doesn't allow late arrivals.
Public toilets are available at the Entrance Pavilion, Pavilion of Services, Low gardens of the Generalife and Sultana's Court in the Generalife.
Information desk are located at the Entrance Pavilion and the Services Pavilion.
Only bags smaller than 40 x 40 cm are allowed inside. There are free lockers available inside to deposit your bag. The two access points are 1. Access pavilion with 88×43.5×42 cm Big lockers and 43.5×43.5×42 cm Small lockers 2. Puerta del Vino with 39.5x70x48.5 cm Big lockers and 39.5×44.5×48.5 cm Small lockers.
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