Alhambra
The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Spain. It is one of the most famous monuments of Islamic architecture and the only well-preserved palace from the medieval Islamic world.
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Travel to Granada
Alhambra, Generalife, Granada Cathedral. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€105per day · budget€169per day · standard2 daysrecommendedMay · Octbest months
Things to do in Granada
- Alhambra
- Generalife
- Granada Cathedral
- Sacromonte
- Alcazaba of the Alhambra
- Corral del Carbón
Generalife
The Generalife was a summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers of the Emirate of Granada in Al-Andalus. It is located directly east of and uphill from the Alhambra palace complex in Granada,…
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Granada Cathedral
The Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Incarnation is a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Granada, Spain. The cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Granada.
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Sacromonte
Sacromonte, sometimes also called Sacramonte, is a traditional neighbourhood in the eastern area of the city of Granada in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the six neighbourhoods that make up the urban district of Albayzín and borders the neighbourhoods of Albayzín, San Pedro, Realejo-San Matías, El…
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Alcazaba of the Alhambra
The Alcazaba is a fortress at the western tip of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Its name comes from the Arabic term al-qaṣabah, which became Alcazaba in Spanish.
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Corral del Carbón
The Corral del Carbón, originally al-Funduq al-Jadida, is a 14th-century historic building in the Spanish city of Granada. It is the only funduq or alhóndiga preserved from the Nasrid period in the Iberian Peninsula.
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Granada cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €35 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €55 |
| Private room with bathroom | €74 |
| Standard hotel | €115 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €25 | €45 |
| Local transport | €6 | €9 |
| If you cook yourself | €13 | |
| Total per day | €105 | €169 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €15 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €42 |
💶 2 days in Granada: ≈ €267 on a budget or ≈ €395 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Granada
The most pleasant months are May, October. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan13°3°💧8
Feb15°5°💧7
Mar17°6°💧13
Apr20°8°💧9
May25°12°💧6
Jun30°17°💧3
Jul35°21°💧1
Aug35°21°💧1
Sep29°17°💧4
Oct24°13°💧6
Nov17°7°💧8
Dec14°5°💧8
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Granada cost?
On a budget, about €105 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €169. For 2 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €267 to €395, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Granada?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are May, October.
How many days do you need in Granada?
We recommend 2 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Granada?
The must-sees: Alhambra; Generalife; Granada Cathedral; Sacromonte; Alcazaba of the Alhambra; Corral del Carbón.
Where to stay in Granada?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €74 per night and a hostel bed €35.
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