Eating in Granada is a celebration of simplicity. You order a drink, get free tapas. This is not an exception, but culture. In Realejo you eat among locals, in Albaicín on romantic rooftop terraces.
Granada itself is not located by the sea, but within an hour you are with your feet in the sand of the Costa Tropical. Beaches at Salobreña, Motril or Almuñécar are popular day trips.
Alhambra, Generalife, Albaicín and Sacromonte are must-sees. But a flamenco show in a cave, a bike ride through the hills or the science museum also make Granada diverse and lively.
From the Alhambra you can already see them: the Sierra Nevada. Within 30 minutes you are in mountain villages like Güéjar or Monachil for day hikes with views of glacial snow and city.
Spring and fall are the most pleasant: sunny, lively and not too hot. In summer, the mercury rises above 35°C, but the evenings remain balmy. Winter? Then combine city with skiing.
Granada Airport is 15 km from the city center. More flights depart from Málaga Airport (about 90 min away). The city is also easily accessible by train or bus from Málaga, Seville and Madrid.
Stroll the narrow streets of Albaicín or pedal yourself up to the Alhambra. Everything is close by: markets, cathedral, hammam, viewpoints. The city is compact but richly filled with stories.
From hotels with views of the Alhambra to hostels in student neighborhoods - there is something for everyone. If you stay in Realejo or Centro, you're in the right place for both culture and tapas.
Visit the Alhambra, wander through Albaicín, watch flamenco in Sacromonte, shop around Bib-Rambla and eat tapas until the sun sets over the mountains. Granada lives, breathes and seduces.
Summers are hot and dry - 35°C is no exception. Winters are chilly, sometimes freezing, but often sunny. Because of the altitude (738 m), the difference between day and night is great. You really feel the seasons here.
No, Granada is surprisingly affordable. You often get free tapas with your drink, and accommodations are also well priced.
At least half a day. Book your tickets well in advance, especially in high season.
Wander through Albaicín, visit the cathedral, take a hammam and hike to Mirador de San Nicolás.
Yes! The Sierra Nevada is 30-40 minutes from downtown and offers ski slopes in the winter months.
Sure. Many car-free streets, surprising museums and a relaxed atmosphere make it child-friendly.
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