Top Granada Outdoor Activities

Explore the Granada districts of Albaicin and Sacromonte on a walking tour with a guide who tells stories and shares information as you go. You'll walk around 2 miles (3 kilometers), enjoying the lead of a guide instead of having to look at a map or worry about where to go. Hear about the heritage and lifestyles of the neighborhoods, including Arabic history, gypsy culture, and flamenco music.

Discover some of Spain's most wild and rugged scenery—and leave all the logistics and navigation to someone else—on this full-day, small-group tour from Granada to Sierra Nevada National Park. Traveling by 4x4 vehicle, you'll follow ancient routes, will enjoy refreshments in a mountain hut, and will admire Mulhacen—the highest mountain in Spain. As you go, learn about the region's biodiversity and Moorish history from your guide.

Stroll through the scenic neighborhoods of Albayzin and Sacromonte at sunset on this walking tour. Take in views of the Alhambra from a lookout in San Nicolas as the sun sinks. Accompanied by your guide, learn about the history of the neighborhoods and snap photographs in the fading light.

An adventure that combines biking with historical exploration, this tour takes you on a ride through the hills of Albayzin and Sacromonte in Granada. Hop on your electric bike and start taking in the views of the Alhambra palace while uncovering hidden spots and stories with your local guide. Immerse yourself in the history of Albayzin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then venture into Sacromonte, the heart of the local culture, where you can discover cave houses and flamenco traditions.

This tour is a great choice for travelers interested in historic sites. Save time waiting in long visitor lines with a skip-the-line entrance ticket to the stunning complex of Alhambra included. Explore the palace complex and Generalife with a guide, so you don’t get lost. Your guide enhances your day with stories about the history, art, culture, and mysteries of the palace and surrounding area.

Explore the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site of Alhambra on private tour. Avoid the long lines and head straight into the complex with your tour guide. See the Alcazaba, La Qasba, the Nazaries Palaces, La Dar al-Mamlaka, and Generalife and learn about the rich history behind this Moorish structure. Customize the itinerary to your preferences and upgrade to include pickup from your hotel.

Discover the legacy of Spain’s powerful Nasrid dynasty on a private tour of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Alhambra citadel and Generalife Gardens in Granada. From Moorish sultans to Catholic kings, hear stories from the centuries of rulers who occupied this stunning royal complex and adjacent gardens while an official guide reveals the secrets behind their multicultural history and design.

Thousands visit Granada’s Alhambra each day and daily numbers are capped to help protect the complex. Book in advance to avoid disappointment and save vacation time with this skip-the-line ticket and audio guide package. Simply collect your ticket and download the app—don’t forget your headphones!—then explore the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens, Alcazaba, and more your own way, dipping in and out of the audio commentary as you wish.

Described by Moorish poets as “a pearl set in emeralds,” the Alhambra is indeed the jewel of Granada. Discover the legends behind the beauty on this private tour of the entire Alhambra palace complex, which includes skip-the-line admission to Granada’s most popular attraction. This tour can accommodate your group of one to 20 people, and includes a choice of morning, afternoon, or evening departure.

Explore the crown jewel of medieval Granada on a tour of the Alhambra, and gain skip-the-line entry to the Moorish palace and fortress complex. Together with the Generalife Gardens and Albaicín., they form a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Nasrid dynasty as well as Muslim, Jewish, and Christian history during a walking tour with your informative guide.

Discover the imperial majesty of Granada’s Alhambra and its gorgeous Generalife Gardens on this guided walking tour, which includes tickets so there’s no need to worry about the daily visitor cap. See the magnificent Moorish architecture of the Nasrid palaces, including the baths; admire the grand Palace of Charles V; and discover the Generalife Gardens’ extraordinary water features. Upgrade to add round-trip hotel transfers

Spend more time exploring the world-famous Alhambra instead of waiting to enter with this skip-the-line ticket and guided tour package. Hear live commentary from your guide during the in-depth tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll discover the Alcazaba, will admire the Palace of Carlos V, will immerse yourself in the Generalife Gardens, and more. Entry to the Nasrid Palaces is not included.

Enhance your experience of Granada on a comprehensive 3-hour walking tour of the gorgeous Spanish city. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, stroll through Granada’s charming streets and visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alhambra palace complex. Explore the opulent chambers of the Nasrid Palaces; ascend to the summit of the Alcazaba Fortress; and stroll amid the botanical beauty of the Generalife Gardens. Receive an insightful introduction to the history of Granada’s revered landmark from your expert guide.

Take part in one of southern Spain’s most beloved cultural traditions at an authentic, live flamenco show in Granada’s historic Albaycín district. Settle into an atmospheric ‘tablao’ dance hall and experience the multisensory passion of flamenco as two dancers perform various styles, accompanied by the soulful melodies of a guitarist, singer and the presence of a guest artist (singing, dancing, percussion, violin or saxophone). Choose from two nightly performance times and enjoy the fantastic show!

Experience the unspoiled natural scenery and wonderful climate of the Las Alpujarras region on a full-day tour from Granada. Discover the famous medicinal spa town of Lanjaron, admire the remarkably rugged peaks of the Sierra Nevada, Spain’s highest mountain range, from a selection of idyllic vantage points, and feast upon a traditional Alpujarreno lunch while perched above the dramatic Ravine of Poquiera on this enriching excursion.

Venture into the High Sierra Nevada mountains on this full-day hiking tour from Granada. Join a small group and reach elevations of 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) to the top of Tajos del CAmpanario. Explore with an experienced mountain guide, walk through a glacial valley and along Veleta and Alcazaba, for views of stunning landscapes and local wildlife along the way.

Maximize time spent in Granada with an electric bike tour. Cover ground quickly as you cruise through this vibrant city, learning about its history and architecture as you cycle. The group size is limited to a maximum of eight to ensure personal attention from your guide and you can choose from several flexible departure times.

Tour through the nature of the Sierra Nevada National Park by ebike on this small group tour. Your guide will show you the way to the best spots, including the peak of Mulhacen, and help you to spot the local wildlife, like mountain goats roaming the land. You’ll cycle downhill along rivers and through valleys, giving you an adrenaline rush and a great day out.

Discover the whitewashed mountain villages called ‘Las Alpujarras’ on a tour from Granada to Lanjarón, Pampaneira, the Poqueira Valley, Bubión, and Capileira. With a driver to handle the winding roads into the mountains, you can focus on exploring as you cover the dramatic terrain. Along the way, pause to stroll through picture-perfect villages and some of the most iconic of the Alpujarra towns.

These are places that provide us with unforgettable views of different points of Andalusia. If we are lucky we can find some animals of the local fauna, as for example the Mountain Goats, foxes, eagles and wild horses. The light reflected in the mountains and the color of the sky are spectacular. Guaranteed good photos and good meditation to clear your mind.

See one of Andalucia’s famous white villages on this full-day tour to Ronda from Granada. Join a small group and head to the mountaintop village where you can see the grand Real Maestranza bullring, the Puente Nuevo Bridge that is set over a deep gorge, and much more. While you explore, your guide provides insight into the history and culture of Andalucia.

When you’re on vacation in Granada, visit the Nerja Caves and Frigiliana the easy way, with a small-group day trip where everything is organised in advance. You’ll bypass any entry lines at the Nerja Caves with a skip-the-line ticket, and travel in comfort to Frigiliana where you’ll have free time to soak up the Andalusian sights. Whitewashed houses and sweeping sea views abound.

This is one of the two most beautiful tours we can do near Granada. Known as the Gollizno Route, it is a tour of great environmental value, which passes through historically important enclaves around the town of Moclín and Olivares. During the tour you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the landscape from its viewpoints, cross the Velillos River via the suspension bridge and the recently restored pedestrian walkway to the Corcuela Fountain. We will enter the "Tajos de la Hoz", a natural gorge carved by the constant flow of water that, together with the lush riverside vegetation, will give the hiker a pleasant feeling.