Alhambra Skip-the-Line Tickets

Unlock Granada’s top landmarks with the Granada Card, including fast-track entry to the Alhambra, Nasrid Palaces, and citywide attractions.

Getting started

Activate your digital Granada Card at the Alhambra entrance, then present it on your mobile at each participating site. For city bus rides, collect tickets from designated machines using your provided code.

What to expect

Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces

The Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating to 889 A.D., is Spain’s most visited monument and a symbol of Moorish heritage. The Nasrid Palaces showcase the artistry and history of Granada’s royal dynasties.

Features

• Alcazaba: Explore the oldest part of the Alhambra, a fortress with panoramic views over Granada.

• Nasrid Palaces: Step inside the historic royal residences, renowned for intricate stucco work and tranquil courtyards.

• Generalife: Wander through the former summer palace’s lush gardens, fountains, and shaded walkways.

• Palace of Charles V: Visit this Renaissance building, notable for its circular courtyard and cultural exhibitions.

• Mosque Baths: Discover the preserved Moorish bathhouse, reflecting the city’s Islamic past.

• Cathedral & Royal Chapel: Access Granada’s grand Renaissance cathedral and the burial site of Catholic monarchs.

• Cartuja of Granada & San Jeronimo Monastery: Admire ornate Baroque interiors and centuries-old monastic art.

• Science Park, museums, and more: Enjoy entry to the Science Park, Museo de Bellas Artes, Casa de Zafra, and other city highlights.

• City transport: Use up to nine city bus trips and enjoy a single tourist train journey to connect Granada’s main sights.

The Granada Card is valid for 48 or 72 hours, covers all prepaid entries, and is available in multiple languages for added convenience.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Bring a valid passport or ID card for all participants; names, surnames, date of birth, and ID details must be provided during booking.

• Present your digital ticket or voucher at the entrance or ticket office as required.

• Sunscreen is recommended, especially during warmer months.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the Alhambra or associated monuments.

• Shorts are not permitted.

• Pets are not allowed, except for registered assistance dogs.

• Flash photography and tripods are strictly prohibited within the premises.

• Baby strollers are not allowed in the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Palace, Alcazaba, and Partal.

Accessibility

• This experience is not fully wheelchair accessible; some areas may have limited access for visitors with reduced mobility.

• Baby carriers are available for borrowing at the cloakroom next to the Puerta del Vino.

• Cloakroom services are available onsite.

Additional information

• Tickets for children aged 3 to 11 must be booked at the time of purchase; tickets for children under 3 years old are provided at the monument ticket offices or entrances without prior reservation.

• The time slot selected during booking is your entry time for the Nasrid Palaces and cannot be changed.

• Only bus tickets included with the Granada Card require physical collection from a ticket machine; all other entries are digital.

• The Granada Card is valid for 48 or 72 hours from activation and can be used on your mobile phone.

• Availability may be limited during peak holiday seasons; early booking is recommended.

• The experience does not include a guide or audio guide.

• For a smoother visit, allow at least 10–15 minutes to walk from the Access Pavilion to the Nasrid Palaces.