Albayzín & Sacromonte, Granada (guided tour)
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Albayzín & Sacromonte, Granada - by Lolita's tours
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Description
Albaicín was a center of Muslim culture and one of the oldest parts of Granada; it also contained the Jewish Quarter. It includes points of interests such as the city walls with their various towers and gates (e.g. Puerta Nueva) and several churches. The Sacromonte neighbourhood, just to the east of Albaicín and to the north of the Alhambra fortress, was known as the gypsy quarter. It has houses built into the rocks lining up Camino del Sacromonte and is also known for its Flamenco dance heritage. The tour reviewed here is operated by Lolita's Tours and led by a guide in Spanish or English language and lasts 2hours. It takes place around sunset time.
Access & Transport
Meeting point is at the fountain on Plaza Nueva. Look for the pink umbrella. The Plaza borders Reyes Catolicos, about 100m to the East of the Cathedral. There are bus stops along C. Gran Vía de Colón, 1min walk away.
Instructions & Recommendations
No refund if cancelled less than 24h before the tour's scheduled start. Light rain is not cause for cancellation so bring an umbrella in case of rainy weather + wear comfortable walking shoes.
Environmental & Social
No environmental impact Socially slightly positive as it helps independent operators and enables visitors to discover the city with the insights of a local
Conclusion
Guided neighbourhood tours are one of the best ways to discover new places, more interactive and in depth than reading a travel guide, but they are not always great value. This one is fairly priced and therefore worth looking into
Key positive
Plenty of photo opportunities
Cultural and historical insights
Affordable
Key negative
Need to follow a pre-set route and timing
Suitability
Not recommended for people with reduced mobility because of the slopes
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:2h
Start of Season 1:Apr, 01
MONDAY19:00 - 21:00
TUESDAY19:00 - 21:00
WEDNESDAY19:00 - 21:00
THURSDAY19:00 - 21:00
FRIDAY19:00 - 21:00
SATURDAY19:00 - 21:00
SUNDAY19:00 - 21:00
Start of Season 2:Nov, 01
MONDAY17:00 - 19:00
TUESDAY17:00 - 19:00
WEDNESDAY17:00 - 19:00
THURSDAY17:00 - 19:00
FRIDAY17:00 - 19:00
SATURDAY17:00 - 19:00
SUNDAY17:00 - 19:00