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Things to do in Granada

12 places · 14 h of sightseeing · 3 days

How many days do you need in Granada?

12 places add up to 14 h of pure sightseeing. At 6 hours a day, not counting walking and meals, that's 3 days.

The best-known places in order, as long as they fit into 6 hours of sightseeing a day. Sightseeing only, without walking and meals — build the day-by-day plan with opening hours and the route in a RouteMarket notebook.

1 day — 6 h

Alhambra (3 h 30 min)
Generalife (1 h 15 min)
Granada Cathedral (1 h 15 min)

2 days — 12 h

Alhambra (3 h 30 min)
Generalife (1 h 15 min)
Granada Cathedral (1 h 15 min)
Palace of Charles V (1 h)
Alcazaba (1 h)
Elvira Gate (15 min)
Monasterio de La Cartuja (1 h 15 min)
Palacio del Partal (20 min)
Corral del Carbón (20 min)
El Bañuelo Arab Baths (35 min)
Museo de Bellas Artes (1 h 15 min)

3 days — 14 h

Alhambra (3 h 30 min)
Generalife (1 h 15 min)
Granada Cathedral (1 h 15 min)
Palace of Charles V (1 h)
Alcazaba (1 h)
Elvira Gate (15 min)
Monasterio de La Cartuja (1 h 15 min)
Palacio del Partal (20 min)
Corral del Carbón (20 min)
Sacromonte (2 h)
El Bañuelo Arab Baths (35 min)
Museo de Bellas Artes (1 h 15 min)

Top sights

Ordered by how well known each place is. Data: OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia.

Alhambra — 3 h 30 min visit. This extensive palace complex and fortress, Granada's main attraction, requires several hours of visiting with a reservation, unlike the Alcazaba itself.
Generalife — 1 h 15 min visit. Its gardens with numerous fountains and patios are an ideal place for a peaceful stroll and a respite from the hustle and bustle of the Alhambra.
Granada Cathedral — 1 h 15 min visit. It is the main Renaissance temple of the city and the only resting place of the Catholic Monarchs in Granada.
Palace of Charles V — 1 h visit. This Renaissance palace within the Alhambra, with a unique circular courtyard, houses two museums and stands out against the Moorish architecture.
Alcazaba — 1 h visit. The oldest, defensive part of the Alhambra, offering an extensive panorama of the city from its highest towers, in contrast to the inner courtyards.
Elvira Gate — 15 min visit. As an authentic, medieval gate of the Moorish fortifications, it serves as a symbolic entrance to the historic part of the city.
Monasterio de La Cartuja — 1 h 15 min visit. Features one of the most extravagant and opulent Baroque decors in Spain, differing in scale of ornamentation from other temples.
Palacio del Partal — 20 min visit. This is one of the oldest palaces in the Alhambra, known for its picturesque portico and pool, offering a peaceful respite.
Corral del Carbón — 20 min visit. This is the only preserved medieval ksar in Spain, which served as an inn and market, unlike the remains of the city walls. Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–15:00 · Sat–Sun 10:00–14:00, 17:00–19:00.
Sacromonte — 2 h visit. A district famous for its unique cave-houses and authentic flamenco culture, offering views of the Alhambra from a completely different perspective.
El Bañuelo Arab Baths — 35 min visit. These are some of the best-preserved 11th-century Arab baths in Spain, offering a unique insight into the daily life of Moorish Granada. Hours: May 01–Sep 14 Mon–Sun 09:00–14:30,17:00–20:30 · Sep 15–Apr 30 Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00.
Museo de Bellas Artes — 1 h 15 min visit. It is the only fine arts museum located directly within the Palace of Charles V, in the Alhambra complex.
Mezquita de Granada — 40 min visit. This modern mosque, opened in 2003, offers a magnificent view of the Alhambra from its garden.
Palacio de Dar al-Horra — 35 min visit. Offers an intimate glimpse into the private life of Muslim aristocracy as the residence of the mother of the last Sultan of Granada. Hours: May 01–Sep 14: Mon–Sun 09:00–14:30,17:00–20:30 · Sep 15–Apr 30: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00.
Casa-Museo Federico García Lorca — 1 h 15 min visit. It is the authentic home where Federico García Lorca lived, presenting the poet's life and work.
Archaeological and Ethnological Museum of Granada — 1 h 15 min visit. It presents artifacts from prehistory, Roman, and Arab times, deepening knowledge about the region's history, unlike art galleries. Hours: Jun 16–Sep 15: Tue–Sun 09:00–15:00 · Sep 16–Jun 15: Tue–Sat 09:00–21:00 · Sun 09:00–15:00.
Palacio de los Olvidados — 50 min visit. It presents an exhibition dedicated to the history of the Inquisition and torture instruments, revealing the darker aspects of the past. Hours: Mon–Sun 10:30–18:30.
Alcázar Genil — 15 min visit. Consists of free archaeological remains of a former Muslim palace, preserving only fragments of the original walls.
Parque Federico García Lorca — 1 h 30 min visit. An extensive green space with the house-museum of the famous poet, ideal for a family picnic and relaxation, in contrast to the formal Generalife gardens. Hours: Mon–Sun,PH 08:00–01:00.
Sacromonte Abbey — 1 h 45 min visit. Known for its catacombs and requiring a guided ascent, it offers views of the Alhambra after a steep climb.
Patio de los Arrayanes — 25 min visit. This is the central point of the Nasrid Palaces, offering unique reflections of architecture in the water, ideal for photography.
Puerta de Bib-Rambla — 10 min visit. This is a reconstruction of a historic city gate, serving as a landmark in the main square, unlike the original fortifications.
Iglesia del Sagrario — 15 min visit. It is a church directly adjacent to the Cathedral, built on the site of a former mosque, revealing the city's historical layers.
Alcazaba — 1 h visit. As the oldest part of the Alhambra fortress, it consists of defensive towers and walls, offering an extensive panorama of the city.

Where to eat

Parador de Granada — A former monastery transformed into a luxury hotel, offering the opportunity to dine in the heart of the Alhambra with a view.

What to see in Granada in one day?

Alhambra, Generalife, Granada Cathedral.

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