Free Albaicin & Sacromonte Tour Granada

Join the Free Albaicin and Sacromonte Tour and go on a journey through the most picturesque and emblematic neighborhoods of this stunning city. Get out of the beaten path with a guided tour where you will not only visit all the must-see landmarks, but also take in stunning views, find beautiful mudejar architecture, and discover one of the cradles of Flamenco. Your local guide will take you and a small group of travelers around the Cordova Palace, a gorgeous 16th century palace that offers both Gothic and Mudejar styles. From here, you can enjoy the Promenade of the Sad. Don’t forget to ask your guide about its curious name!

The Albaicin and Sacromonte Free Tour will take guests around the charming maze of its medieval Moorish streets. Full of narrow lanes and beautifully preserved traditional houses. It’s a great place to discover and admire Moorish and Mudejar architecture, such as the Dar-al-Horra Palace, a former Nasrid Palace that was turned into the Royal Convent of Saint Isabel. Nearby is the popular Caldereria Nueva Street, or "the street of tea shops," due to the delicious array of teas (and pastries) you can try there. This bustling street has existed since the 12th century and has a strong Moorish atmosphere. It’s a great place to buy souvenirs!

One of the highlights is feasting your eyes on the breathtaking views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada. The best spot is the San Nicholas viewpoint. It’s well worth the climb to get there! Up in the hills of Sacromonte, guests will discover the roots and sounds of flamenco as well as learn about the Romani community, who have their own language, “calo”, and were famously portrayed by Frederico Garcia Lorca in his book of poems, “Gypsy Ballads”. Of course, guests will come away with lots of recommendations and tips for the best “tapas” restaurants, flamenco venues, taverns, as well as where to go to experience Granada’s great nightlife.