Albaicín Tours and Activities

Take an informative walking tour of the Albayzin and Sacromonte neighborhoods in Grenada. The route consists of 10 stops; your local guide will explain the history and significance of each. Visit Ziri wall, see the Plaza Larga, enjoy views from the Alhambra Fortress, and more. You’ll also learn about some of the city’s famous residents.

Stroll through the scenic neighborhoods of Albayzin and Sacromonte at sunset on this walking tour. Take in views of the Alhambra from a lookout in San Nicolas as the sun sinks. Accompanied by your guide, learn about the history of the neighborhoods and snap photographs in the fading light.

Make easy work of Granada’s hills and zip around the sights on this 2-hour guided Segway tour. Enjoy an intimate experience, with a small group of just six people; explore the atmospheric Albayzín and Sacromonte neighborhoods; and admire landmarks such as the San Cristobal Church, Paseo de los Tristes, and Palacio Daralhorra.

Maximize time spent in Granada with an electric bike tour. Cover ground quickly as you cruise through this vibrant city, learning about its history and architecture as you cycle. The group size is limited to a maximum of eight to ensure personal attention from your guide and you can choose from several flexible departure times.

Experience an alternative and adventurous side of Granada when you embark on this nighttime tour. Equipped with headlamps to help navigate the darkness, explore the Albayzin (Granada’s ancient Muslim district), chart the caves of Sacromonte, wander through the Dehesa del Generalife park, admire nighttime views from the Silla del Moro, and otherwise discover a side of the city that most tourists miss.

Explore the ancient treasures of Granada on a fun and informative Segway tour! Cover more ground than walking while enjoying fresh Andalusian air and the flexibility to stop often. Roll through the streets of the World Heritage-listed Albaicin, the city’s old Moorish quarter, while your local guide points out highlights and shares facts about the city’s fascinating layered history. You’ll also tour the Sacromonte district, home to gypsy caves and a rich flamenco heritage.

The Alhambra Palace is Granada’s most visited attraction and it often has the queues to match. This private tour ensures skip-the-line access so you can spend more time exploring the UNESCO-listed monument, including a guided tour of the Alhambra and Nasrid Palace, followed by a walking tour of the historic Albaicin neighborhood.

Get an up-close perspective of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Albaicin on this fun walking tour. Your guide will lead you through the atmospheric winding streets so you won’t get lost. Also visit the Sacromonte neighborhood, famous for its cave dwellings and flamenco dances. This convenient tour visits some of the most beautiful must-see sights in Granada, and will suit travelers with a range of interests.

Explore the historical Albayzin and Sacromonte neighborhoods of Granada on this 2-hour afternoon walking tour. Delve into the hillside Moorish quarter of Albayzin, and see its whitewashed ‘cármenes’ houses, cobbled plazas, and other landmarks. Learn about its medieval layout and cultural roots, and absorb the panoramas of the Alhambra Palace. Finish with a look around the thriving Roma district of Sacromonte, discovering its traditional cave houses, folklore and arts.

Follow in the footsteps of sultans and Romantic poets on a guided tour of the Alhambra citadel and the palaces of Granada’s ancient Albaicín quarter, both declared UNESCO World Heritage sites. Hear the legends of Moorish Spain as you explore the ornate gardens and royal quarters of the hilltop Alhambra, and feel history come alive while wandering through the winding streets and Nasrid dynasty palaces of the city’s oldest neighborhood.

Explore the Granada districts of Albaicin and Sacromonte on a walking tour with a guide who tells stories and shares information as you go. You'll walk roughly 1.5 miles (2.5 km), enjoying the lead of a guide instead of having to look at a map or worry about where to go. Hear about the heritage and lifestyles of the neighborhoods, including Arabic history, gypsy culture, and flamenco music.

Discover mysterious neighborhoods of Granada on 2 hour monumental segway tour. It's a great way to see Sacromonte and Albaicin with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. This tour doesn't include Alhambra, however you will enjoy observing it from San Nicholas viewpoint. Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to Abadia del Sacromonte. The Sacromonte Abbey shows the cultural past of the city and is vital to understanding the history of Granada. Wonder through the narrow streets of Albaicin neighborhood, pass by Mosque of Granada and take photos on one of the most famous viewpoints - San Nicholas square.

Take part in one of southern Spain’s most beloved cultural traditions at an authentic, live flamenco show in Granada’s historic Albaycín district. Settle into an atmospheric ‘tablao’ dance hall and experience the multisensory passion of flamenco as two dancers perform various styles, accompanied by the soulful melodies of a guitarist, singer and the presence of a guest artist (singing, dancing, percussion, violin or saxophone). Choose from two nightly performance times and enjoy the fantastic show!

Delve into the historical heart of Granada on a comprehensive 2-hour walking tour led by a professional guide. Absorb the antique charm of the center as you discover the rich cultural tapestry that comprises the city; see the Moorish magnificence of Acaicería; gaze at the religious resplendence of the Cathedral; and wander the UNESCO-listed neighborhood of Abaicin to witness a diverse architectural tableau and enjoy panoramic views of Alhambra on its adjacent hilltop perch.

Discover city center and Albaicin on one hour panoramic segway tour. It's a great way to cover big distance with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. The main focus of this tour is to enjoy segways and learn general information about Granada. Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to viewpoints of Albaicin. It is located on a big hill and is famous for its breathtaking views overlooking Alhambra and mountains of Sierra Nevada. Albaicin is an old neighborhood which maintains the layout of Medieval Moorish narrow streets. Perfect place to discover Moorish architecture.

Visit the Alhambra and Granada on a day-long excursion from Malaga. With a guide, explore the UNESCO-listed Alhambra palace, admiring incredible Islamic architecture around the complex. After visiting the main highlights, Charles V Palace, and the Generalife Gardens, check out the landmarks of Granada on a walking tour. Numbers are limited to 20 people, and the experience includes round-trip transport from Malaga.

With our guided tour "Barrios Patrimonio de la UNESCO" we will visit the muslim neighborhood of Albayzín and the gypsy neighborhood of Sacromonte, two of the most characteristic neighborhoods in the world, with beautiful views due to their location, in front of Alhambra. Two hills, both located in front of the Alhambra, from which you can see the Nazari monument and Sierra Nevada in the background, amazing photo place. In this route of approximately two and a half hours, you will cross narrow streets, neighborhoods that will transport you to past centuries, and in which you will feel the charm of a magical city.

Stroll the illuminated streets of Granada on a night walking tour. Wander the incandescent labyrinth of Albaicin and listen as your guide provides captivating historical context and uncovers cultural secrets. See the opulent Alhambra palace complex bathed in evening light, and admire luminescent landmarks on your way to the caves of Sacromonte. Hear of the area’s fiery flamenco traditions, then pleasure your palate with a selection of tapas and drinks. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 12.

A private tour trough The Muslim Quarter and the Gypsy Quarter of Granada. Both located in hills with amazing views one next to the other, and facing the always breathtaking Alhambra.

Discover intriguing secrets of Granada on 3 hour historical segway tour. It's a great way to see all major sigts with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. As soon as you ready the journey begins. Cruise in the green gardens of Alhambra and learn about the majestic islamic palace. Friendly and knowledgeable guide will gladly share important historical facts of this unique place included to UNESCO World Herritage list in 1984. Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to Abadia del Sacromonte. The Sacromonte Abbey shows the cultural past of the city and is vital to understanding the history of Granada.

Explore the incredible history and amazing architecture of Granada during this day trip from Malaga. This southern Spanish city is most famous as the home of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alahambra palace, along with a historic neighborhood like Albayzín. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Alhambra’s unique gardens, Nazari Palaces, Generalife and Alcazaba, before touring the unique neighborhood with amazing views of Granada. Skip-the-line admission to the Alhambra, plus a guide and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Discoverthe rich cultural tapestry of Granada on a comprehensive 5.5-hour guidedwalking tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable historical guide, sail past longlines at the Alhambra Palace complex and immerse yourself in the Moorish magnificencewithin. Tour lavish palatial buildings and learn about the structure’sincredible history before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listedneighborhood of Albaicin. Delve into Granada’s feisty flamenco heritage at theSacromonte caves then pleasure your palate with Spanish specialties at a localrestaurant (own expense). 

Save time on your vacation in Granada with this skip-the-line walking tour of the Albaizyn, Palaces, and Bañuelo. Breeze right past the often-long entry lines to begin exploring immediately with a guide, who will provide engaging commentary on what is widely considered one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in Europe. The tour also includes a visit to the San Nicolas viewpoint for epic views and photo ops of the city.

Maximize time in Spain with a day trip to Granada from Seville. Travel through Andalusian olive groves to reach Granada and skip-the-line at the city’s most popular landmark, the Alhambra. Relax over a lunch of tapas in the Albaycin neighborhood and explore Granada on foot with a guide leading the way to see markets and mountain views.