Granada: The Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Guided Night Tour
ID: GYG442035-796462
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Discover the enchanting atmosphere of the Alhambra at nightfall on a guided tour. Explore the opulent halls, rooms, and courtyards of the Nasrid Palaces and marvel at the rich architectural detail.
Step inside the palace complex of the Alhambra, Granada's jewel of 14th-century Islamic architecture, on a guided evening tour. See the royal city as the Nasrid sultans once did, with its illuminated towers and famed lion fountain courtyard. On your tour, hear stories of political intrigue and love.
Begin your tour at the Access Pavilion of the Alhambra, where you'll meet your guide. As you enter, take in the radiant palace complex as lights stream from the Nasrid Palaces' towers. Pass through dusky, fragrant gardens as you make your way to the palace entrances.
Continue your path through the Comares and Mexuar palaces. While you walk, soak up the opulence of these historic sites. Admire the detailed Andalusian decoration of vaulted ceilings, stuccos, and ornamented friezes on your way through palatial rooms and large halls.
Next, enter the Palace of the Lions. Visit the palace courtyard, renowned as the pinnacle of 14th-century Islamic architecture, and marvel at the rich illumination of the famous lion fountain. While there, hear tales of ambition and love in the intrigues between the Nasrids and Abencerrajes.
Before your tour ends, your guide will escort you through the Lindaraja corridor, a stuccoed garden viewing room and architectural jewel. Follow the corridor to the walled garden courtyard, then tour the palace of Charles V before ending your evening at the Alhambra.
Highlights
- Experience the magic and beauty of the Alhambra palace complex at nighttime
- Marvel at the opulence of vast halls and palatial rooms in the sultans' quarters
- Admire intricate architectural details inside the Nasrid Palaces
- Learn about the rich history, culture, and legacy of the Granada sultans
- See the Palace of the Lions' courtyard fountain illuminated under the night sky
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This activity will take place rain or shine
Meet your guide next to the Ceramic Mural Map (façade of the Alhambra entrance pavilion).
The guide will carry a sign with the Andalucia Travel Experience logo.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.