Albayzín Neighbourhood

The Albayzín, also known as Albaicín, is composed of snaking corridors and alleyways that make up the old Arabian quarter of Granada. It is a pleasure just to wander the warren of streets that organically formed back in the Nasrid period (13th–15th centuries). The neighbourhood was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, as an extension of the historic site of the nearby Alhambra.

• Address:

  Albayzín, Granada

Arco De Las Pesas

Arco De Las Pesas (literally Gate of the Weights) is located just off Plaza Larga, a striking Islamic gateway defensive wall. The archway is built with stone from the city of Malahá and was built in the eleventh century.

• Web:

  rinconesdegranada.com/arco-las-pesas

• Address:

  Placeta de las Minas 4, Granada

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  The gate is a great place to catch some of the best musicians practicing their craft

Basílica de San Juan de Dios

This 18th century Baroque Basilica glistens with gold on the inside, and on the outside. Discover treasures of the past and visit the final resting place of important Spanish clerics. Take a tour with one of the friendly guides and learn about the history and background of this place of worship.

• Web:

  basilicasanjuandedios.es

• E-mail:

  victormanuel.carmona@sjd.es

• Address:

  Calle San Juan de Dios 15, Granada

• Phone:

  +34 958 27 57 00

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–7pm, Sun 1:30pm–7pm

• Subway:

  Bus stop: Avenida Constitucion

Carrera del Darro

Starting near the Plaza Nueva, this passage along the Darro River takes you to stunning views and lovely places. During an evening stroll you can find many bars and restaurants on your way and enjoy a vibrant nightlife.

• Address:

  Carrera del Darro, Granada

Cartuja Monastery

Monestario De La Cartuja is an elaborate Baroque monastery and church, constructed between the 16th and 18th centuries. The Sanctuary and Sacristy are particularly impressive. Within the brick walls you can enjoy breathtaking gardens and experience how clerics and monks lived in times past.

• Web:

  cartujadegranada.com

• Address:

  Monasterio de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción "La Cartuja", Paseo de la Cartuja, Granada

• Phone:

  +34 958 161 932

• Opening hours:

  Summer: daily 10am-8pm. Winter: Sun-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 10am-1pm / 3pm-6pm

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  Also known as the Charterhouse of Granada

Cathedral of Santa María de la Encarnación

The Cathedral of Santa María de la Encarnación is Grenada’s most famous cavernous Renaissance and Gothic cathedral. There is a small museum adjacent to the church.

• Web:

  catedraldegranada.com

• E-mail:

  info@catedraldegranada.com

• Address:

  Catedral de Granada, Santa Iglesia Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación de Granada, Plaza de las Pasiegas, Granada

• Phone:

  +34 958 22 29 59

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–6:15pm, Sun 3pm–6:15pm