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Alhambra Entry Ticket & Audioguide – Explore at Your Own Pace

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Experience the Alhambra on your own terms with our self-guided ticket & audioguide—the perfect alternative to group tours! Explore at your own pace, stopping where you like without feeling rushed.

✔ Independent & Flexible – No guides, no fixed schedules, just you and the Alhambra.
✔ Rich Storytelling – Expert audioguide reveals hidden history, legends, and architecture.
✔ All Key Areas Included – Walk through the Alcazaba, Generalife Gardens, and Charles V Palace.
✔ Hassle-Free Entry – Pre-booked ticket ensures a smooth visit.
✔ Perfect for Everyone – Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families with kids.

If you want freedom, deep insights, and a stress-free visit, this is the ultimate Alhambra experience! Book now and explore your way!

What's Included

  • ✅ Flexible Exploration (Visit at your own pace, no guided tour required)
  • ✅ Alhambra Entry Ticket (Access to Alcazaba, Generalife Gardens, and Charles V Palace)
  • ⚠️ Collect your monument ticket at Play Granada.
  • Transportation to and from the venue
  • Food and Drinks
  • Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Carrera del Darro
18010 Granada, Spain

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Paseo de las Adelfas
Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain

Your journey through the Alhambra and Generalife concludes with a peaceful walk along the Paseo de las Adelfas (Oleander Walkway), where you can reflect on the beauty and grandeur of the Moorish legacy in Spain.

What To Expect

The Alhambra (Pass By)

The best-conserved palace from the Al-Andalus Islamic sovereigns in Spain. Really one of the most amazing monuments you can visit.
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Puerta de la Justicia

Standing at the entrance, admire the Horseshoe Arch and the Christian coat of arms, symbolizing the shift from Moorish rule to Spanish conquest in 1492.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Puerta del Vino

A beautiful horseshoe-arched gate, the Puerta del Vino once led to the royal palaces. The name may come from its role as a place where wine was once traded, although some historians suggest it refers to its decorative colors.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Plaza de los Aljibes

This wide esplanade sits above the Alhambra’s water reservoirs (“aljibes”), offering a fantastic panoramic view of the Albaicín and Sacromonte neighborhoods. It’s a perfect moment to take in the fusion of Islamic and Renaissance architecture.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Alcazaba

The Alcazaba, the oldest part of the Alhambra, functioned as a military fortress. Climb the Torre de la Vela (Watchtower) for breathtaking 360° views of Granada. The tower bell, famously rung every January 2nd, marks the day the Catholic Monarchs took the city from the Nasrids.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Carlos V

A dramatic contrast to the Islamic-style structures around it, Palacio de Carlos V was built in the 16th century by Emperor Charles V to emphasize Spanish dominance. The massive circular courtyard inside is one of Spain’s finest Renaissance designs.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palacio El Partal

The Partal Gardens feature reflective pools, Moorish towers, and lush vegetation, making it one of the most picturesque spots in the Alhambra. The nearby Torre de las Damas (Ladies’ Tower) preserves elegant Nasrid-style balconies overlooking the gardens.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Torre de la Cautiva

This hidden gem is one of the most richly decorated residential towers in the Alhambra, showcasing some of the finest Islamic stucco and tilework. The name “Cautiva” (captive) refers to a Christian noblewoman who was rumored to have lived here after being taken by the sultan.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Generalife (Pass By)

Walk through the gates of the Generalife, the summer palace and gardens of the Nasrid sultans. This estate provided a peaceful retreat away from the formalities of court life.
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Generalife Theatre (Pass By)

This modern open-air theater hosts cultural events and Granada’s International Festival of Music and Dance. Surrounded by gardens, it blends contemporary arts with the Alhambra’s historic backdrop.
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Court of the Water Channel (Pass By)

One of the most iconic sites in the Alhambra, the Patio de la Acequia (Courtyard of the Water Channel) is the heart of the Generalife. Its flowing fountains, fragrant flowers, and delicate archways create a paradise-like setting.
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Escalera del Agua

This unique Nasrid-era stairway is designed with flowing water channels carved into the stone handrails, cooling the area as visitors ascend. The sound of trickling water enhances the serene atmosphere of the Generalife.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Paseo de las Adelfas (Pass By)

Your journey through the Alhambra and Generalife concludes with a peaceful walk along the Paseo de las Adelfas (Oleander Walkway), where you can reflect on the beauty and grandeur of the Moorish legacy in Spain.
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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Original IDs, Driving License OR Passport required to access the monument
  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, no flip-flops or heels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alhambra Entry Ticket & Audioguide – Explore at Your Own Pace?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 3.82 out of 5 stars based on 28 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • ✅ Flexible Exploration (Visit at your own pace, no guided tour required)
  • ✅ Alhambra Entry Ticket (Access to Alcazaba, Generalife Gardens, and Charles V Palace)
  • ⚠️ Collect your monument ticket at Play Granada.
  • ✅ Self-Guided Audioguide (Rich storytelling, history, and navigation assistance)
  • Transportation to and from the venue
  • Food and Drinks
  • Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket
  • Live Tour Guide (This is a self-guided experience)

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Original IDs, Driving License OR Passport required to access the monument
  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, no flip-flops or heels
  • The entrance tickets should be redeemed at the meeting point
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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