{"id":14553,"date":"2023-05-12T12:23:53","date_gmt":"2023-05-12T10:23:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ciceronegranada.com\/?page_id=14553"},"modified":"2025-11-30T17:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-30T16:21:39","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ciceronegranada.com\/en\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently asked questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Frequently asked questions\n<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Frequently asked questions about the Alhambra\n<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat is the Alhambra?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

The Alhambra is a palatial city located in Granada, Spain. It was constructed in different stages between the 13th and 15th centuries by the kings of the Nasrid dynasty of the Emirate of Granada.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The opening hours of the Alhambra vary depending on the time of year. Generally, the complex opens from 8.30 am to 8.00 pm. Please check the official website for specific hours.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather, as you’ll be walking outside and inside the complex. It is advisable to wear a hat in spring and summer and warm clothes in winter. <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The Alhambra offers only a limited number of tickets daily, and they tend to sell out quickly.
Remember: a visit to the Alhambra is an experience of a lifetime. Don’t miss out on this opportunity, secure your entry by making your reservation well in advance, plan ahead and reserve your spot as soon as possible. Make unforgettable memories!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can visit the Alhambra without a guide, but it is recommended to hire one to learn about the history and significance of the complex. We recommend our guided tours of the Alhambra<\/a>.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow long does a visit to the Alhambra take?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

A visit to the Alhambra can take anywhere from 2-4 hours, depending on how much of the complex you want to see. Plan ahead and allow plenty of time to explore.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, you can take photos inside the Alhambra, but be respectful of other visitors and don’t use flash photography.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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For reasons of historical preservation, eating is not permitted during the tour of the Alhambra, only in certain areas. Inside the premises you can find vending machines for food and beverages which are located at the access pavilion or at the service pavilion next to the Puerta del Vino. However, there are several lovely restaurants around the Alhambra where you can enjoy a meal or have a drink.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, there are night visits available for certain areas of the Alhambra, as the Nasrid Palaces. We’d recommend you to get your tickets as soon as possible, as they are usually sold out weeks in advance.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The Nasrid Palaces<\/a> are a stunning set of palaces located within the Alhambra complex in Granada, built by the Nasrid dynasty during the 13th and 14th centuries. They are a must-see, showcasing intricate Islamic architecture and design, and featuring three main palaces: the Mexuar, the Comares Palace, and the Palace of the Lions. Due to their popularity, it’s important to book tickets weeks in advance.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes, of course. The walk from Plaza Nueva up to The Alhambra is stunningly beautiful, but bear in mind it is steep in parts, and it may take around 20 minutes from the city center.<\/span><\/p>

Please do not take the Gate of Justice entrance, continue walking up through the Paseo del Generalife until you reach the Alhambra Access Pavilion.<\/span><\/p>

For those who do not wish to walk, we recommend using Granada\u2019s excellent public transport, rather than using the car.
If you are in the city center, you may also take a taxi to get to the Alhambra. The closest taxi stop is the one at Plaza Nueva. If you take a taxi, it will stop by La Mimbre Restaurant, just next to the Alhambra Access Pavilion.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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There is a parking space for around 500 cars under surveillance for 24 hours. There are 4 areas, one of them for buses and vans. The price is 2.82 euros per hour. You can find difficulties to find a place to park.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It is mandatory to carry a ticket of the Alhambra while in the inside, even children. However, minors under 3 years old do not have to pay, you can ask for their ticket at the Alhambra ticket office once you get there.
For children aged 3 to 11 years old, tickets must be booked in advance when getting tickets for adults.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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We are always delighted to have children on our tours, but unfortunately, strollers are not allowed in the palaces. Besides, the cobbles and slopes make it very difficult to push around, thus it is best to use baby carriers. The Patronato of the Alhambra offers a surveillance service for strollers at the Puerta del Vino locker and baby carrier backpacks loans (up to a maximum of 12 kg.).<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Some areas, such as Generalife and the Palaces are partially adapted for people with reduced mobility or wheelchairs. However, other areas, such as the Alcazaba are not, as they have many steps, as well as cobbled floors.
If necessary, El Patronato de La Alhambra and Generalife offer a wheelchair loan service, according to availability, which can be picked up at the access pavilion.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can access every place inside the Alhambra (Alcazaba, Nasrid Palaces, Partal and Generalife) just once. However, you may stay in the free access areas as long as you want.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAre Alhambra tickets included in your private tours?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

If you buy your private guided visit to the Alhambra & Generalife, tickets can be included\u00a0on request and are subject to availability and timed-entry rules.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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No\u2014tickets depend on official release\/availability, but we handle the process and advise best windows.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Alhambra tickets sell out quickly, especially in high season. We recommend booking as soon as you know your travel dates, ideally several weeks in advance.<\/p>

Ideally 6\u201312 weeks for high season (April to June and September to November); off-peak can be closer to date.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIs the Nasrid Palaces entry included in my guided visit of the Alhambra?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

Only if explicitly booked with timed entry; it\u2019s the most limited ticket.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDoes my guided visit of the Alhambra include the Generalife gardens?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

Yes\u2014Generalife gardens are included<\/strong> in our private Alhambra tours. Your route covers the Generalife (gardens, patios and summer palace) along with the core Alhambra areas, and we pace it so you have time for photos and short breaks.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Spring and fall; weekdays with early or late entries work best.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMorning vs afternoon entry\u2014what\u2019s better?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

Mornings are cooler and steadier; late afternoon has softer light and fewer crowds.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes with a paced plan: Alhambra entry + compact Old Town route<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCan you coordinate after-hours Alhambra visits?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

After-hours access is limited and regulated;\u00a0 Ask for availability<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAre your tours suitable for children or older travelers?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t

Yes. Because the tours are private, we can adapt the pace, number of stops, and explanations to your group.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t