Granada Day Trip with Alhambra and Albaicin Tour from Seville
by GRANAVISION - Movviendo Tourism Group
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
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This full-day coach tour from Seville focuses on the historical development of Granada's Alhambra complex and the adjacent Albaicin neighborhood. The Alhambra, situated on a rocky hill above the Darro River and surrounded by mountains and woods, was originally a military fortress that became the Nasrid kings' royal residence in the 13th century. Visitors enter the site to explore its fortified ramparts, courtyards, and architectural features. The tour includes a stop at the Alcazaba, the military section of the fortress with defensive towers and a concealed entry path. The Nasrid Palaces, built from the early 14th century, comprise three main parts: the Mexuar, used for royal council meetings and court sessions; the Palace of Comares, centered on the Courtyard of the Myrtles with access to the Hall of Ambassadors and Hall of the Boat; and the Palace of the Lions, featuring a central courtyard and multiple halls such as the Hall of the Mocarabes and the Hall of the Abencerrajes, plus the Daraxa viewpoint. Visitors have about three hours to tour the Alhambra and may take time for lunch afterward. The tour also offers an optional walking visit of the Albaicin quarter, a historic neighborhood across from the Alhambra. Its narrow cobblestone streets form a maze of small squares, with balconies decorated with geraniums and numerous fountains. The Albaicin’s design reflects its Arab origins, with quiet streets and frequent views of the Alhambra. The trip lasts about 13 hours and includes a local guide and a tour leader who speaks English and Spanish. Pickup and drop-off are at a meeting point in Seville city center. Entry to the Nasrid Palace, Alcazaba fortress, and Generalife Gardens is included if selected. The Albaicin walking tour is optional and also offered in English and Spanish. Lunch and headphones are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Alhambra
The Alhambra stands on a rocky hill above the River Darro, surrounded by mountains and woods. Originally a military fortress, it was transformed into the royal residence of the Nasrid kingdom in the 13th century by King Mohammed ibn Yusuf Ben Nasr. The site consists of a citadel with high ramparts and defensive towers, housing two main sections: the Alcazaba military area and the medina, where the Nasrid Palaces and remains of noble and commoners’ houses stand. Visitors have about three hours to explore this complex, with time afterward for lunch.
180 min
Alcazaba
The Alcazaba served strictly military purposes. Its entrance is located at the base of the Tower of Homage, accessed by a slight slope. The main gate is hidden from outside view by an L-shaped walkway, adding to the fortress’s security.
30 min
Nasrid Palaces
The Nasrid Palaces were the main royal residence, built starting in the early 14th century. The complex includes three buildings: the Mexuar, the oldest hall used for meetings and court sessions; the Palace of Comares, built during Yusuf I’s reign, centered on the Courtyard of the Myrtles and connected to the Hall of Ambassadors and Hall of the Boat; and the Palace of the Lions, from Muhammed V’s era, featuring the Courtyard of the Lions, various halls such as the Hall of the Mocarabes, Hall of the Kings, Hall of the Two Sisters, Hall of the Ajimeces leading to the Daraxa viewpoint, and the Hall of the Abencerrajes including the Harem.
90 min
Barrio Del Albaicin
The Albaicin neighborhood lies on a hill opposite the Alhambra. Its narrow, cobblestone streets form a maze shaped by its Arab origins before cars. The area features small squares, balconies decorated with geraniums, and many fountains. Views of the Alhambra appear frequently while walking this quiet neighborhood.
60 min
Meeting point
8.30 am Calle Rastro 12a
End point
8.30 am Calle Rastro 12a
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
Granada Day Trip with Alhambra and Albaicin Tour from Seville
by GRANAVISION - Movviendo Tourism Group
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€179.80Overview
This full-day coach tour from Seville focuses on the historical development of Granada's Alhambra complex and the adjacent Albaicin neighborhood. The Alhambra, situated on a rocky hill above the Darro River and surrounded by mountains and woods, was originally a military fortress that became the Nasrid kings' royal residence in the 13th century. Visitors enter the site to explore its fortified ramparts, courtyards, and architectural features. The tour includes a stop at the Alcazaba, the military section of the fortress with defensive towers and a concealed entry path. The Nasrid Palaces, built from the early 14th century, comprise three main parts: the Mexuar, used for royal council meetings and court sessions; the Palace of Comares, centered on the Courtyard of the Myrtles with access to the Hall of Ambassadors and Hall of the Boat; and the Palace of the Lions, featuring a central courtyard and multiple halls such as the Hall of the Mocarabes and the Hall of the Abencerrajes, plus the Daraxa viewpoint. Visitors have about three hours to tour the Alhambra and may take time for lunch afterward. The tour also offers an optional walking visit of the Albaicin quarter, a historic neighborhood across from the Alhambra. Its narrow cobblestone streets form a maze of small squares, with balconies decorated with geraniums and numerous fountains. The Albaicin’s design reflects its Arab origins, with quiet streets and frequent views of the Alhambra. The trip lasts about 13 hours and includes a local guide and a tour leader who speaks English and Spanish. Pickup and drop-off are at a meeting point in Seville city center. Entry to the Nasrid Palace, Alcazaba fortress, and Generalife Gardens is included if selected. The Albaicin walking tour is optional and also offered in English and Spanish. Lunch and headphones are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Alhambra
The Alhambra stands on a rocky hill above the River Darro, surrounded by mountains and woods. Originally a military fortress, it was transformed into the royal residence of the Nasrid kingdom in the 13th century by King Mohammed ibn Yusuf Ben Nasr. The site consists of a citadel with high ramparts and defensive towers, housing two main sections: the Alcazaba military area and the medina, where the Nasrid Palaces and remains of noble and commoners’ houses stand. Visitors have about three hours to explore this complex, with time afterward for lunch.
180 min
Alcazaba
The Alcazaba served strictly military purposes. Its entrance is located at the base of the Tower of Homage, accessed by a slight slope. The main gate is hidden from outside view by an L-shaped walkway, adding to the fortress’s security.
30 min
Nasrid Palaces
The Nasrid Palaces were the main royal residence, built starting in the early 14th century. The complex includes three buildings: the Mexuar, the oldest hall used for meetings and court sessions; the Palace of Comares, built during Yusuf I’s reign, centered on the Courtyard of the Myrtles and connected to the Hall of Ambassadors and Hall of the Boat; and the Palace of the Lions, from Muhammed V’s era, featuring the Courtyard of the Lions, various halls such as the Hall of the Mocarabes, Hall of the Kings, Hall of the Two Sisters, Hall of the Ajimeces leading to the Daraxa viewpoint, and the Hall of the Abencerrajes including the Harem.
90 min
Barrio Del Albaicin
The Albaicin neighborhood lies on a hill opposite the Alhambra. Its narrow, cobblestone streets form a maze shaped by its Arab origins before cars. The area features small squares, balconies decorated with geraniums, and many fountains. Views of the Alhambra appear frequently while walking this quiet neighborhood.
60 min
Meeting point
8.30 am Calle Rastro 12a
End point
8.30 am Calle Rastro 12a
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.