Granada 6 Day Itinerary

Granada 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Alhambra Exploration

  • Arrive at Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport or high-speed train station.
  • Check-in at Hotel Casa 1800 (Calle Cuesta Gomerez, 3, 18009 Granada) or similar, a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Granada.
  • Visit Alhambra (Paseo de los Tristes, s/n, 18012 Granada), a stunning palace and fortress complex dating back to the Nasrid Dynasty. Book tickets in advance to avoid queues.

Day 2: Albaicín & Sacromonte Neighborhoods

  • Breakfast at Café San Nicolas (Plaza San Nicolás, 1, 18012 Granada), offering spectacular views of the Alhambra.
  • Explore the Albaicín neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow winding streets and whitewashed houses.
  • Visit the Mirador de San Nicolás, another vantage point for stunning views of the Alhambra.
  • In the afternoon, visit the gypsy cave homes in the Sacromonte neighborhood. Don’t miss a Flamenco show at Cuevas Los Tarantos (Calleje de los Chinos, s/n, 18016 Granada).
  • Dinner at El Guardián (Calle Calderería Nueva, 43, 18012 Granada), a traditional Spanish restaurant.

Day 3: Generalife Gardens & Science Park

  • Spend the morning in the Generalife gardens within the Alhambra complex.
  • Have lunch at Los Diamantes (Calle Elvira, 14, 18012 Granada), a local favorite for tapas and paella.
  • In the afternoon, visit the Granada Science Park (Parque de las Ciencias, Av. de la Constitución, s/n, 18016 Granada) with interactive exhibits and a planetarium.

Day 4: Day Trip to Sierra Nevada National Park

  • Take a bus or rent a car to Sierra Nevada National Park. Enjoy hiking, skiing (in winter), or simply admire the stunning mountain views.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in the village of Pradollano.
  • Return to Granada and relax at your hotel.

Day 5: Granada Cathedral & Royal Chapel

  • Breakfast at your hotel or try Mañana y Sí (Plaza Bib-Rambla, 10, 18014 Granada), a popular brunch spot.
  • Visit the Granada Cathedral (Plaza de la Catedral, s/n, 18014 Granada) and the Royal Chapel (Calle Reyes Católicos, s/n, 18014 Granada), where Christopher Columbus is buried.
  • Spend the afternoon strolling through the vibrant Plaza Bib-Rambla and nearby streets.
  • Dinner at Pulpería Los Italianos (Calle Calderería Nueva, 25, 18013 Granada), famous for its seafood dishes.

Day 6: Departure

  • Have a leisurely breakfast and check out from your hotel.
  • Depending on your departure time, you might want to visit the Museum of Memory and Tolerance (Calle San Juan de Dios, 2, 18014 Granada) or explore more of the city’s charming neighborhoods before heading to the airport or train station.

Transportation: The best way to get around Granada is on foot. For longer trips within the city, consider using the buses operated by TUR BUS. To visit Sierra Nevada National Park, you can take a bus from Plaza Nueva or rent a car.

Tips:

  • Learn some basic Spanish phrases to enhance your experience.
  • Bring comfortable walking shoes.
  • Be prepared for warm days and cool evenings.
  • Try local dishes such as piononos, frituras, and gazpacho.
  • Enjoy a traditional Arabic tea at one of the teahouses in the Albaicín neighborhood.