Discover the essence of Granada , Muslim and gypsy land par excellence, in a walking tour of Albaicín and Sacromonte , two of its key and historic quarters. And do not miss unique views of the Alhambra from the famous Mirador de San Nicolás.
You will meet the guide at Santa Ana Square and from here we will start walking the narrow streets of Albaicín , considered one of the most charming quarters in Granada. It was in this place that Zirí, the first Muslim court, was erected in the XI century.
While we walk through its cobblestone streets and you delight with the delicate scent of jasmine, the guide will tell you anecdotes about this peculiar neighborhood of Granada, declared by UNESCO World Heritage in 1984, at the same time as the Alhambra.
We will discover its origins by seeing one of the oldest monuments in the city, the remains of the Zirí Wall of the 3rd century BC, and we will also arrive to the heart of the Albaicín to contemplate the Aljibe de Trillo, a cistern from the Nazari period of the 14th century.
On this visit you will get an unforgettable memory of the monumental complex of La Alhambra , admiring the breathtaking views from the emblematic Mirador de San Nicolás.
The magnificent views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada will capture you with the magic of authentic experiences and places.
We will continue the tour through the Sacromonte district, a place renowned for the caves where gypsies live and where they show their art through flamenco shows. We will visit one of the typical caves and we will learn about your lifestyle. You will like what you will learn about the culture of flamenco and the history of the gypsies of Granada.
Without a doubt, the guided tour of the Albaicín and Sacromonte is an essential tour if you come a Granada .