What should you see at Alhambra?

What should you see at Alhambra?

What do I need to know before going to the Alhambra?

First off, you need to reserve your tickets in advance. Like, you really HAVE TO. Unlike most attractions, you can't just arrive at the Alhambra entrance and buy a ticket. Technically, it's possible, but you won't get into the main attraction, the Nasrid Palace.

Can you visit Alhambra without guide?

The museum on the ground floor has very good explanations of the Alhambra. The good thing about going by yourself is that you can spend time on the places that interest you. Definitely do it alone, without a tour guide. Much better and you can choose you own pace and stop longer wherever you wish.

Is Nasrid Palace worth visiting?

With its perfectly proportional rooms, breathtaking symmetry, intricately detailed stucco walls, antique wooden ceilings, and brightly colored tiles, the Nasrid Palace is stunning in every sense of the word and definitely worth your time.

Can I bring a water bottle into the Alhambra?

Yes you can take your own food and drink into the Alhambra. You aren't allowed to take large bags into the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba or Generalife though so you may need to use the storage lockers while you are exploring those.

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How long does it take to see Nasrid Palaces?

The estimated time to complete a full visit is approximately 3 hours. You will only be allowed to access the monument in the morning, afternoon or night schedule depending on the type of ticket you purchased (see type of ticket). Organize your visit based on the assigned schedule for accessing the Nasrid Palaces.

Can you take backpacks into the Alhambra?

Entrance of the monumental complex is not permitted with backpacks, bags, suitcases or other objects.

Should I go to the Nasrid Palace first or last?

Best Way To Explore Alhambra Palace If you choose to enter through the main entrance, explore the Generalife first and then the Nasrid Palaces and Alcazaba. If you enter through the Gate of Justice, then visiting the opposite way is an ideal route to take.

What is the difference between the night tour and day tour of the Alhambra?

There are two major differences between daytime and nighttime visits: You visit the palaces in a different order compared to the one of the daytime visit. The night visit includes less palaces and monuments, and does not allow you to visit beautiful Palacio del Partal.

Does Alhambra light up at night?

Evening Visit: The exterior lighting of the Monument have three variations over time of the year: From 1 November to 28 February, from dusk until 02:00 hours. From March 1 to October 31, from dusk until 04:00 hours.

Can you wear shorts in the Alhambra Palace?

There is a church at the Alhambra. If you plan to see it, you need to follow the dress code: Dress code for churches: Shorts or bare shoulders are not allowed for either women or men.

What is the most famous part of the Alhambra?

The most famous and best-preserved are the Mexuar, the Comares Palace, the Palace of the Lions, and the Partal Palace, which form the main attraction to visitors today. The other palaces are known from historical sources and from modern excavations. At the Alhambra's western tip is the Alcazaba fortress.

How should I dress for the Alhambra?

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes The Alhambra complex and its accompanying Generalife gardens are enormous. Wear comfortable clothing, appropriate for the time of year.

Do you need to cover your shoulders at Alhambra?

Unlike many monuments in Europe, in my experience there was no specific dress code for the Alhambra – it's fine to wear clothes that don't cover your shoulders or knees. However, you will want to wear comfortable walking shoes or sandals.

What are the 3 main parts of the Nasrid Palaces?

NASRID PALACES- ALHAMBRA Three palaces form these premises: The Mexuar, The Comares, or Yusuf I Palace and The Palace of the Lions, or of Mohammed V.

Can I wear sandals to Alhambra?

Dress in comfortable clothing With the warm weather and the hours of walking ahead of you, I would definitely say to wear comfortable shoes and light clothing. If you're planning on walking to the Alhambra, you'll find a pretty large hill waiting for you, so make sure you don't wear sandals.

What is the best day of the week to visit the Alhambra?

Day of the week: Anytime during the weekend is pretty crowded and you'll be waiting in queue for some time. To avoid this, visit the Alhambra during a weekday if possible.

How much time do you need at Nasrid Palace?

Remember that you should organize your visit based on the entrance time to the Nasrid Palaces indicated on your ticket, given that you will only be able to access this part of the monument at that time. Visits have an average duration of 3 hours.

What order should I visit the Alhambra?

How much time do you need to see Alhambra?

How long does it take to visit the Alhambra? Normally, it takes between 3 and 5 hours to see the entire Alhambra complex. Many people spend all day; it depends on how fast you want to see things.