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- High / low
- 12.6 / 1.1 °C
- Rain days
- 5.8
- What to expect
- Cold and clear. Frost at night. Snow on the Sierra Nevada.
Before you come
How many daysOne, two, three or four days compared: what fits, who it suits and how to plan around the Alhambra.
You are hereBest time to visitMonth-by-month weather, crowds and events, and the best months for sightseeing, heat and snow.
Getting to GranadaBy bus, train, car or taxi: typical journey times from Málaga, Seville, Córdoba and Madrid.
Málaga airport to GranadaBus, train, car and transfer compared, with typical times, prices and last departures.
Where to stayCentro, Albaicín, Realejo or Sacromonte: which area suits you and what to watch out for.
Granada on a budgetFree tapas, free sights, a set lunch and walking: how to enjoy Granada without overspending.Once you're here
Practical infoMoney, opening hours, tipping, plugs, water and getting around.
Getting aroundWalking, small buses, taxis and the metro, and what suits each hill.
Taxis and busesThe taxi tariff, what a ride from Terraza 6 costs, the minibus lines to the hills and the bus fares.
ParkingPark once in a public car park, then walk. The short version.
Is Granada safe?What to watch for, how to handle the Albaicín at night and which numbers to call.
Low-emission zoneWho the zone affects, the fine and what to do if you arrive by car.
Walking times from Terraza 6Minutes and distances on foot from our street to 25 places, from the Alhambra to the best tapas squares.
Accessible GranadaWhere Granada is steep, where it is flat, and how to plan a visit that suits you.Itineraries
Ready-made plans for one day to five, with times and walking routes.
See allBuild your Granada
Top 10 for first-timersThe ten things not to miss on a first visit, in a sensible order.
Foodie weekendFree tapas, local dishes, a market, a tea house and a slow lunch: two days of eating well.
Granada in 1 dayThe Alhambra in the morning, lunch in the Realejo, sunset from the Albaicín and tapas, hour by hour.Granada in 2 daysDay 1 the Alhambra and the Albaicín, day 2 the centre, the Realejo and a tapas evening.
Granada in 3 daysThe Alhambra, the centre and Arab baths, then the Sacromonte and a flamenco evening.How many daysOne, two, three or four days compared: what fits, who it suits and how to plan around the Alhambra.Things to do
Free things to doFree sights, viewpoints, gardens and the free tapa, with walking times from Terraza 6.
ViewpointsSan Nicolás, San Cristóbal and the quieter lookouts, with walking times from Terraza 6.
Mirador de San NicolásThe classic view of the Alhambra from the top of the Albaicín, and when to go.
Albaicín walkA 2.4 km loop from Plaza Nueva to the Mirador de San Nicolás, with minutes for each stretch.Granada CathedralA Renaissance cathedral begun in 1523, and how to visit it beside the Royal Chapel.
Royal ChapelThe burial place of Isabella and Ferdinand, built about 1506 to 1517, beside the cathedral.
Arab bathsEl Bañuelo, its opening hours and tickets, and the difference from a modern hammam.
Granada with kidsWhat children enjoy in Granada, and how to keep a pace that works for the whole family.
Albaicín stopsThe Albaicín and Sacromonte in 14 stops: how long each takes, what is free and what needs a ticket.
Central Granada stopsCentral Granada in 13 stops, plus 5 more: how long each takes, what is free and what needs a ticket.
Realejo stopsThe Realejo in 7 free stops: how long each takes and the walk from Terraza 6.Neighbourhoods
Day trips
Day trips without a carWhich day trips work by bus or train, roughly how long they take, and when a tour helps.CórdobaBus and car times, Mezquita-Catedral tickets and a plan for one day.
Alpujarras day tripSix Alpujarras stops, Órgiva to Trevélez: the drive from Granada, how long to stay and what fits in a day.
Near Granada13 villages, mountains and beaches within about 1 h 15 of Granada: drive time, how long to stay, the must-sees.Mountains and coast
Hiking near GranadaFour kinds of walk near Granada, from a gorge with hanging bridges to the high mountains.Los Cahorros de MonachilThe classic half-day gorge walk near Granada, with hanging bridges and an easier option.
Sierra NevadaSkiing in winter, hiking in summer.
The AlpujarrasWhite mountain villages south of Granada.
Beaches of the Costa TropicalSea and sun on the coast south of Granada.Culture & events
Culture and eventsHoly Week, the Corpus fair, the music festival and flamenco, with dates to plan around.Events calendarThe yearly events worth planning around, month by month, with a note on moving dates.Semana SantaDates for 2027, how the processions work and practical tips for visitors.
FlamencoCave shows in the Sacromonte, how long they last, what they cost and how to book.
Sacromonte cave flamencoWhat a cave show is like, and five questions to ask before you book.Lorca in GranadaThe poet’s summer house in Granada, his birthplace nearby, and how to visit.Eat and drinkFree tapas, typical dishes and where to start eating from Terraza 6.
Tapas bars25 tapas bars with Google rating, address and walking time from Terraza 6.
Tapas crawlsThree evening routes through 16 tapas bars, with the minutes on foot between them.
Restaurants28 restaurants by style, with Google rating, address and walking time from Terraza 6.Eat near the Alhambra16 places to eat near the Alhambra, with the walking minutes from the Puerta de la Justicia and the main entrance.Tapas areasFour tapas areas, each with its own mood, and how far each is from Terraza 6.Free tapasHow the free tapa with every drink works, how to order and where to start.
Typical Granada dishesWhat to order, from remojón to piononos.
Alhambra ticketsWhich ticket to buy and how to book it.
Opening hoursDay and night hours by season, closed days, the Nasrid Palaces time slot and what is open now.If tickets are sold outSold out for your date? The realistic options, from night tickets to the free areas.
Dobla de Oro explainedWhat the Dobla de Oro includes, its price, the three-day validity and who it suits.
Getting to the AlhambraOn foot, by bus, taxi and car to the gates.Alhambra parkingWhere to park near the Alhambra.The Alhambra with kidsWhat children enjoy and how long to plan.Tours & tickets
Alhambra tickets, guided tours and day trips, with the real prices and what is included.
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Granada CardThe city pass for the Alhambra, the cathedral, the Royal Chapel and more: four versions, official prices and when it pays off.Alhambra tickets and toursOfficial Alhambra prices, partner tickets and guided tours, with what each one covers.Tours and experiencesGuided visits, a hammam, the tourist train and flamenco in the Sacromonte, with what is included.Day tours from GranadaFive guided trips from Granada, from a gorge hike to a day on the coast, with what is included.Apr–JunWarm days and long light
Sep–OctMild weather, soft light
34 °CAverage July high
15 OctAlhambra winter hours begin
Month by month
Weather and events by month
February
- High / low
- 14.6 / 2.4 °C
- Rain days
- 5.6
- What to expect
- Cool and quiet. The Alhambra closes at 18:00.
March
- High / low
- 18.0 / 4.8 °C
- Rain days
- 5.1
- What to expect
- Mild and brightening. Semana Santa falls in March or April.
April
- High / low
- 19.5 / 6.8 °C
- Rain days
- 6.3
- What to expect
- Fresh and green, with some showers. The Alhambra stays open until 20:00 from 1 April.
May
- High / low
- 24.0 / 10.2 °C
- Rain days
- 4.7
- What to expect
- Warm with long days. One of the best months. The Cruces de Mayo festival is around 3 May.
June
- High / low
- 30.2 / 14.7 °C
- Rain days
- 1.7
- What to expect
- Hot afternoons and long evenings. The Corpus Christi fair falls in late May or June.
July
- High / low
- 34.2 / 17.7 °C
- Rain days
- 0.3
- What to expect
- Very hot. Sightsee early or late. The music and dance festival usually runs from late June into July.
August
- High / low
- 33.5 / 17.6 °C
- Rain days
- 0.6
- What to expect
- The hottest stretch. Plan indoor visits for the afternoon.
September
- High / low
- 28.7 / 14.4 °C
- Rain days
- 2.7
- What to expect
- Hot early on, pleasant by the end of the month.
October
- High / low
- 22.6 / 10.1 °C
- Rain days
- 5.1
- What to expect
- Mild with soft light. Rain returns. Alhambra winter hours start on 15 October.
November
- High / low
- 16.5 / 5.3 °C
- Rain days
- 6.7
- What to expect
- Cool and wetter. Quiet streets.
December
- High / low
- 13.1 / 2.7 °C
- Rain days
- 7.2
- What to expect
- Cold, with Christmas lights. The Alhambra is closed on 25 December.
Average daily highs and lows and rain days (≥1 mm), AEMET normals 1981–2010, Granada Base Aérea station (Armilla, 687 m). Granada lies about 740 m above sea level, so nights are cooler than on the coast.
Pick by priority
Which month suits you
Warm without the heat. The gardens are at their best.
Average highs are 33 to 34 °C and over 40 °C is not unusual.
The Sierra Nevada ski area is under an hour away by road.
Fewer visitors. Pack layers for cold nights.
Book rooms and tables early. Processions close streets.
Hours change with the season
Seasons and the Alhambra
- 1 April to 14 October
- Open 8:30 to 20:00
- 15 October to 31 March
- Open 8:30 to 18:00
- Night visits in summer
- Tuesday to Saturday, from 22:00
- Night visits in winter
- Friday and Saturday, from 20:00
By season
What to pack
June to September
A sun hat, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle and light clothes. Shoes with grip for the cobbles.
November to February
Warm layers, a waterproof jacket and closed shoes. Nights can drop to freezing.
March to May and October
Layers you can add or remove. The weather changes between morning, afternoon and evening.
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Granada?
May and October if you want warm weather without extreme heat. In general the best periods are late April to June and September to October.
Is Granada too hot in August?
It is the hottest stretch of the year. The average daily high is 33.5 °C and over 40 °C is not unusual. Plan sights for the morning and evening.
Does it snow in Granada?
Rarely in the city, about once every few years. The Sierra Nevada, under an hour away, has snow in winter.
Is winter a good time to visit Granada?
Yes if you like clear, cool days and quiet streets. Nights are close to freezing and the Alhambra closes at 18:00 from 15 October to 31 March.
When is Semana Santa in 2027?
Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on 21 March to Easter Sunday on 28 March 2027.
Checked on 13 November 2026
Sources: Granada climate data, air base station (AEMET data via Wikipedia), Alhambra opening times: AlhambraDeGranada.org (private information site)
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