Private Alhambra tour: Discover the mysteries and secrets of Spain's most visited monument
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84 Ratings
Granada
Uncover the mysteries and secrets of Spain's most visited monument, the Alhambra, on a private tour. Experience the magic and symbolism of the Nasrid Palaces and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Al-Andalus.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Nasrid Palaces - Three palaces form this enclosure: the Mexuar, the Palace of Comares (Yusuf I) and the Court of the Lions (Mohammed V).
- Alcazaba - The Alcazaba, or fortress, is the oldest part of the Alhambra. It was built in the mid-13th century by the Sultan Alhamar, the founder of the Nasrid dynasty.
- Generalife - The complex consists of the Patio de la Acequia (Court of the Water Channel or Water-Garden Courtyard), which has a long pool framed by flowerbeds, fountains, colonnades and pavilions, and the Jardín de la Sultana (Sultana’s Garden or Courtyard of the Cypress).
- Palace of Carlos V - The Palace of Charles V is a Renaissance building in Granada, southern Spain, located on the top of the hill of the Assabica, inside the Nasrid fortification of the Alhambra. The building has never been a home to a monarch and holds the Alhambra’s museum.
What's Included
- Nasrid Palaces included
- General entrance to Alhambra and Generalife
- Skip-the-line access
- Expert private guide
What's Not Included
- The listed price does not include parking fee
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
As both official tour guides and travel consultants, we ensure your experience with us is taken care of from start to finish.
Our understanding of our city is comprehensive, guaranteeing you the finest personal service.
The Alhambra, the single most frequented monument in Spain for years and the major representative of Islamic culture in the West, is an absolute must-visit. With its fascinating and mysterious allure…
we’ll get to share the profound awe once felt by ambassadors visiting the Nasrid king in this terrestrial paradise…
Factual events and myths seamlessly fuse in this gem of Nasrid architecture from Al-Andalus that masterfully integrates water, light, architecture, and vegetation.
Are you prepared to uncover the enchantment and symbolism encapsulating each of these Nasrid Palaces along with their concealed mysteries?
- VERY IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- VERY IMPORTANT: A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Please notice that the tour might be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances in relation to tickets availability, even though our cancellation rate is on average less than 0.3% annually. Alhambra tickets are limited and sometimes, they just may not be available for very concrete reasons. We do have a success rate of over 99% in obtaining them for our customers due to our full dedication and long experience. Please rest assured because this happens very rarely and you are in good hands. The above information is just to inform you about how the Alhambra’s ticket sales system operates and all the travel agents proceed in the same way.
Location
Polinario Café Bar
Next to the Alhambra's information desks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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356arantxau
May 10, 2024
Enjoy the Alhambra - Private visit to the Alhambra in Granada with Angela as a guide. The reservation was easy, they secured our tickets (essential) and they answered all our previous questions. We had a spectacular spring day. The visit was very pleasant and instructive and Angela was a very good guide. Highly recommended.
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Happiness67712764155
Apr 13, 2024
Delighted with the visit - The Alhambra is a spectacular set of buildings, but with the comments of our guide Juan, we discovered many new details. The visit was interesting (because of everything we learned) and enjoyable, because although it was just my wife and I, at no time did it become tiresome. Thank you Juan, for your comments and for the pleasant afternoon we had.
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Jtorresfoto
Apr 13, 2024
Brilliant - The Alhambra and the Generalife are already there. Wonder without a doubt.
Especially, Esther our guide, in charge of improving and converting what already exists into something even better.
Thank you!
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692yunid
Apr 7, 2024
It's not just about seeing buildings, it's about living the history behind those walls. - Brilliant!!! All of Professor Juan's explanations gave more meaning and a special touch to the visit!!! I would definitely repeat and recommend this experience
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V6532wnguillermos
Apr 4, 2024
Everything surprised us because it was our first time in Granada. - Excellent visit Guided by ESTER who gave us very good information about the history of the Alhambra, answering all our concerns, being very empathetic and pleasant
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W1683kkjorges
Apr 3, 2024
Excellent - Very good guide and very entertaining to make the visit and tell the story making it an incredible experience
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B7083qestephanied
Apr 2, 2024
Thank you so much - The tour was great and Maateen is an extraordinary guide with deeply founded knowledge, excellent german and he was so courteous to our whole family. Thank you so much. ❤️
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Maria_g
Mar 31, 2024
The best private tour I have ever had was this one with Esther at Alhambra - This is the second time I take this private tour with ESTHER and I would do it so again every time I would come back
The place is magical but her explanations and rich pieces of history makes this even more wonderful
ESTER WAS INCREDIBLE
She exceeds always my expectations
She provided the right amount of information , all historical and filled with detailed to helps us better understand the story, the origins behind the wonders we were presented
Same as in my first time , but due to weather this time around, she knew the right moment and best order to visit each building / part to maximize the time and avoid the big crowds
We never felt being hurried to comply with a time limit but the hours we spent inside Alhambra passed by so fast
Thank you Esther for sharing your morning with us
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Lynn_d
Mar 13, 2024
The Alhambra comes alive - Our guide Ester was wonderful in making the Alhambra and its spaces come alive. This site was a must see for us and her tour did not disappoint. She provided a thorough and lively history of the site and its rulers. Just all over fantastic!
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Chris_j
Jan 8, 2024
Great in depth tour of the Alhambra - Esther was a great guide! She was friendly and patient with our family that at times moved slowly. She was extremely knowledgeable and responsive to our needs and questions. The tour was a perfect experience of the Alhambra
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