Discover Granada
What to see in the Albaicín
Twelve places with the walking time from Calle Elvira 138. The whole Albaicín is a World Heritage site and it starts at the door: you need no transport to reach it.
Sightseeing
The Alhambra & Generalife
20 minSpain's most visited monument. Nasrid palaces, gardens and fortress.
Buy tickets weeks in advance — they sell out fast.
Mirador de San Nicolás
15 minThe best views of the Alhambra with Sierra Nevada behind. A must at sunset.
Cathedral & Royal Chapel
7 minRenaissance cathedral and tomb of the Catholic Monarchs. Stunning interior.
Paseo de los Tristes
12 minWalk along the River Darro with Alhambra views. Terraces and romantic atmosphere.
El Bañuelo
10 min11th century Arab baths, the best preserved in Spain. Affordable entrance.
The Albaicín Quarter
0 minYou're in it! Wander its cobbled streets, hidden squares and historic carmens.
Activities
Flamenco in Sacromonte
20 minAuthentic flamenco shows in the caves of Sacromonte. A unique experience.
Tea houses on Calderería Nueva
5 minStreet of tea houses with an Arab atmosphere. Teas, Arabic sweets and hookah in a magical setting.
Hammam Al Ándalus
10 minModern Arab baths for relaxation. Thermal circuit with optional massage.
Free tapas route
Granada is famous for giving free tapas with every drink. Order a beer and enjoy. Best route: Calle Navas and surroundings.
Sierra Nevada
45 min driveSki resort in winter, hiking in summer. The southernmost ski station in Europe.
Las Alpujarras
1h driveCharming white mountain villages. Pampaneira, Bubión and Capileira. Perfect day trip.
Other guides
Where to eat near Calle Elvira
Eighteen places twelve minutes on foot or less from the door at number 138. Each one with its address and the walking time. In Granada the tapa comes free with the drink, so dinner can cost what two beers cost.
Walking to the Alhambra from Calle Elvira
Twenty minutes on foot from the door at number 138. No bus, no taxi.
Getting to Calle Elvira 138 and where to park
We are in a pedestrian zone, in an 18th-century building. That shapes your arrival, above all if you come by car. Here is what to know before you set off.
