Alcazaba
Fortress · Alhambra ·

Alcazaba

Fortress · Alhambra ·

1200s fortress with sweeping views from watchtower

islamic architecture
gardens
unesco world heritage
nasrid palace
historical architecture
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Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain Get directions

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3 Days in Granada Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"Perched on Sabika Hill overlooking the Sierra Nevada Mountains, La Alhambra is the symbol of Granada and a sprawling 13th–14th-century palace and fortress whose reddish tones give it the name “red fort.” I toured the complex and was struck by how well preserved it is as a remnant of Islamic rule; it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and includes the breathtaking Nasrid Palaces (the Comares Palace, the Palace of the Lions, and the Mexuar) with colorful tiles, stucco walls, intricate carved designs, courtyards, a reflecting pool and marble walls, the Medina with ruins that hint at everyday life during the Moorish era, and the Alcazaba fortress with its towers, steep walls, and spectacular mountain views." - Matthew Kepnes

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Alcazaba

Bryony W.

Google
BOOK WEEKS/MONTHS IN ADVANCE!! was very hard to get a ticket but we managed it. Great views from the top of the tower, and ruins showing what life was like centuries ago.

R Z

Google
If you have time to kill before the Nasrid Palaces, this can be a quick visit. Mostly composed of ruins of an old fort, the place doesn’t tell you much since there are no explanatory signs throughout the attraction. The climb up Torre de la Vela is worth it just for the view of Granada and the Sierra Nevada in the distance.

Guillermo S.

Google
This place is absolutely amazing, nothing in the world 🌎 is similar. Must visit while you are alive.

Andy S.

Google
This place is truly amazing. I can see why its on the National Geographic top 100 places. It is totally unique. This has to be the best example of a Moorish hilltop fortress there is and they started building at the Alcazaba in 1238! The Alcazaba itself is an incredible fortress. If you go here, make sure you do the tower at the back. I notices a few tour guides bypassing this. The views from the top over Granada are amazing and should not be missed. There is also so much here from the gardens and the Alcazaba tower to the Nazaries palace and all the nooks and crannies’ between. There are also some remarkable treasures on exhibit. You can easily spend a few hours walking around in here. We made a special trip from Malaga to visit and it was well worth it. This is one place you have to visit . I would recommend getting here early. We got here for 08:30 when it opened, which seems to be the perfect time.

Claire A.

Google
Next to the Nasrid palace, you could explore this formidable well preserved fortress which was used to the residence for the guards. Climb up to the watch tower to take in some amazing view of the city and the mountains.

Pietro Dell' E.

Google
Included in the Nasrid Palace Ticket, there is also the Alcazar entrance. It's a huge building from where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the city, quite unique I may say. Be prepared to walk a lot and go up in the tower ( comfortable shoes required here !)

Lucca T.

Google
The perfectly preserved structure and the entire complex create a monumental building that can be admired from a distance and directly by walking around it. The Sierra Nevada Mountains and the city of Granada create a truly fantastic panorama!

Felix von K.

Google
Truly a marvel of the old days, where arab invention was still a for the European development. Enjoy a 3 hour walk around the garden, castle and don’t worry if you couldn’t get the tickets for the Palacios Nazaries. You possibly won’t have the energy to see all of it including the museums. Take it with a smile and have a great day!