Travel guide · Spain
Granada: what to see and when to go
Granada sits at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, crowned by the Alhambra, the last great palace of Muslim Spain. It is a student city where a tapa comes free with every drink, and in winter you can ski in the morning and be back for a late lunch.
What to see and do in Granada
Alhambra
The Nasrid Palaces, the Alcazaba and the Generalife gardens; tickets sell out weeks ahead.
Albaicín
The old Moorish quarter: whitewashed lanes and the San Nicolás viewpoint facing the Alhambra at sunset.
Sacromonte
Cave houses dug into the hillside, where zambra flamenco is performed.
Royal Chapel and Cathedral
The resting place of the Catholic Monarchs, in the heart of the city.
Sierra Nevada
Europe's southernmost ski resort, 45 minutes away, with high mountain hiking in summer.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Feb.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 hr, 45 min | ≈ €160 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr, 15 min | ≈ €490 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
| Dubai | 7 hr, 45 min | ≈ €460 · See flights |
| Singapore | 15 hr, 15 min | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Sydney | 23 hr, 15 min | ≈ €840 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Spain
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- culture · food · city
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- Centro or Realejo to walk everywhere; the Albaicín for the views, if you don't mind the hills.Find a place to stay in Granada
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Granada and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Feb. Average highs range from 13° in January to 35° in July.
How many days do you need in Granada?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Granada cost?
Accommodation runs at around €60 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 2 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Granada?
Centro or Realejo to walk everywhere; the Albaicín for the views, if you don't mind the hills.
