Origins of Albaicín & the Gypsy Sacromonte with Visit to Casa Cueva

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Duration: 2 hours
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Experience Highlights

Explore the historical and cultural essence of Granada with this free tour of the Albaicín and Sacromonte, two of the city's most emblematic neighbourhoods. Accompanied by a local guide, you'll discover the Muslim and gypsy footprint in its streets, squares and most famous viewpoints, such as San Nicolás.

During the tour you will also see the inside of an authentic cave house, characteristic of the Sacromonte neighbourhood, and enjoy the most impressive views of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

The tour lasts 2 hours, starts at Plaza Santa Ana, and is offered in Spanish or English (to be chosen when booking). No booking is necessary for children under 14 years old.

  • Enjoy the best views of the Alhambra from San Nicolás
  • Discover an authentic Sacromonte cave house.
  • Walk through two neighbourhoods full of history with a local guide.

What’s included

  • Local guide in English or Spanish (to be chosen at the time of booking)
  • Guided tour of the Albaicín and Sacromonte
  • Entrance to the interior of a cave house

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Step by Step

Immerse yourself in Granada's most fascinating origins with this free walking tour of the Albaicín and Sacromonte, two neighbourhoods full of history, legend and charm. This activity is perfect for those who want to understand the cultural roots of the city through its most picturesque and authentic streets.

The tour starts in the central Plaza Santa Ana, from where you will enter the narrow streets of the Albaicín. You'll stroll among the cisterns, cisterns and whitewashed houses, discovering what life was like in the Muslim era. One of the highlights is the arrival at the Mirador de San Nicolás, from where you will be able to contemplate one of the most iconic views of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

The tour continues to Sacromonte, known for its Flemish tradition and its dwellings carved into the rock. This neighbourhood is a symbol of Granada's gypsy culture and one of the cradles of the purest flamenco. Here you will have the opportunity to enter a traditional cave house, understanding first-hand how life was (and still is) lived in these unique constructions.

Throughout the tour, the guide will tell you stories, legends and anecdotes that bring each corner to life. All this while you enjoy the open air, the charm of the viewpoints and the rich heritage of a city that never ceases to amaze.

How does a free tour work?

A free tour is a guided walking tour without a fixed price. At the end of the tour, it is you yourself who will evaluate the quality of the service with your contribution to the guide.

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