Generalife

The Generalife is a true oasis of peace and beauty within the Alhambra. 🌺✨ Walking through these historic gardens felt like stepping into a living painting — vibrant flowers, perfectly manicured hedges, and the gentle sound of fountains and flowing water all around. 💧 The views over Granada and the surrounding mountains are breathtaking, especially at sunset, when the whole landscape glows. 🌄 Each corner has its own charm, from the tranquil courtyards to the elegant archways framing perfect photo spots. 📸 It’s the ideal place to slow down, breathe, and soak up centuries of history and artistry, away from the busier parts of the Alhambra. A must-visit for anyone who loves gardens, architecture, and a touch of magic. 🌟

Beautiful gardens with stunning views and a lovely scent from the flowers. The gardens are well kept, safe to walk or stroll a pram, and there is one drinking fountain to top up your water bottle on a hot day. Some steps are very deep and hard to climb if you have difficulties, but there are plenty of seats to sit and enjoy if preferred.

Wonderful gardens! Almost as good as the Nasrid Palaces. Don't skip this on your visit to the Alhambra. The way the gardeners have actively managed the trees and hedges to grow into walls and arches is magnificent and each pool with its Lilly pads, alage and frongs were beautiful. The way that the Moors were able to manage the temperature so well with use of shade, plants and water shows how clever they were. Truly a fantastic visit!

Beautiful place for a walk. The buldings, fountains and gardens are amazing! There were water points everywhere, so you can fill you bottle every 5 minutes. Good marking, so you see everything.

wonderful place better than a palace. beautiful views fountains plants everywhere there are water fountains ideal for a trip from Malaga.

A beautiful garden, perfect for hot and sunny days. As the former summer garden in the Nesferid period, I truly appreciate the many pools and small waterways throughout the garden. It must have been a pleasant location to spend the hottest days of summer there.

The Generalife ornamental gardens are truly impressive through their combination of simplicity and strategic placement. Located at the highest point of the Alhambra, they offer many scenic viewpoints over the city and the palace. The symmetrical design creates a calming atmosphere while also serving a practical purpose, providing ventilation and plenty of shaded areas. If you're visiting in the afternoon, I recommend starting with the gardens. You can walk through in about 45 minutes, but for a more relaxed visit with time for photos, plan for 1 to 1.5 hours.

An unforgettable experience! The Alhambra is a stunning blend of art, history, and architecture. From the Nasrid Palaces to the Generalife gardens, every corner is magical. Don’t miss it when in Granada—it’s truly worth the visit!