Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol 2026
Pick-up service | Skip-the-line | Free cancellation
About the Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol
Enjoy a full-day Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol and explore the rich history of the Andalusian city - Granada. See Granada’s impressive Cathedral and Royal Chapel and enjoy some free time before heading to one of Spain's most visited monuments - the Alhambra Palace and its beautiful Generalife Gardens. Book your tour today and discover how vibrant Granada is!
Explore the historical city of Granada and its Gothic-style Granada Cathedral with fifteen chapels. The chapels include the 16th-century Royal Chapel, which houses the remains of King Ferdinand of Aragon and the Queen Isabella of Castile.
Enter the 780-year-old walls of a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Alhambra Palace and the Generalife Gardens.
Used as the king’s summer palace, the Generalife Gardens are full of terraced gardens, pools, and fountains. Enjoy the relaxing greenery and discover the secrets of ancient irrigation channels that supplied water for the whole Palace.
Wander through the different areas of the Nasrid Palaces, including the Court of the Lions with its magnificent fountain surrounded by 12 lions located right at the heart of the patio. You can also explore the Mexuar and the Comares Palace where the kings resided.
Don’t worry about arranging your own transportation! This tour includes round-trip transportation from various pickup points in Costa del Sol. Life can sometimes be unpredictable but that isn’t a reason to miss out on experiences. If your plans change, you can cancel up to 4 days in advance.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 4 DAYS IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 4 days before the selected date!
My family wanted to see Granada and visit the Alhambra Palace and I chose this tour because it had organized transportation and it came with the tickets to everything we wanted to see. I particularly enjoyed the Alhambra Palace as I’ve never seen anything like it in my life. The architecture is so detailed! I also liked that we had enough free time in Granada to do some souvenir shopping without having to rush.
This tour was very convenient as it included Costa del Sol departure so my husband and I were able to get on the bus from Malaga. We loved our local guide, Juan! He was very knowledgeable and open to any questions. We learned so much about the history of Andalusia, Granada, and the Alhambra Palace. It also felt surreal to walk amongst walls built in the 13th century and I was blown away by the size of the complex! I can’t recommend this tour enough!
DESCRIPTION
Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol
- Alhambra ticket
- Admission to the Generalife Gardens
- Access to Mexuar, Palacio de Comares, Palacio de los Leones, Corredor-Lindaraja
- Round-trip transportation from Costa del Sol in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided walking tour of Granada
- Expert local guide
- English, Spanish
WALK THROUGH GRANADA
Your guided tour will start from a pickup point at various locations on the Costa del Sol. The bus will transport you to Granada, where you will set off on a walking tour of the city. Your guide will show you the Granada Cathedral located in the city center and talk about its history. You’ll also see its impressive facade featuring three large arches and reliefs of various religious figures. Located in the Cathedral is the Royal Chapel, where King Ferdinand of Aragon and Queen Isabella of Castile are buried. After this, you’ll have some free time to explore the city on your own before heading to Alhambra.
EXPLORE THE MOST WELL-PRESERVED MOORISH BUILDING IN SPAIN
While you walk through the ancient halls of the 13th-century Alhambra Palace, you’ll see the intricacies of Islamic architecture all around you. During the tour, you will visit the Palace of Charles V, which was built in the 16th century and features an impressive circular patio. You will also see the Palace of Lions, which is one of the most popular areas of the palace, recognizable by a huge fountain surrounded by lions, and the Hall of the Abencerrajes, which features some of the most intricate details in all of the palace. You also can’t miss seeing the Palace of Comares, which served as the throne room where sultans Yusuf I and Mohammed V sat. Your guide will tell you many interesting stories about their reign and the long history of the Alhambra.
RELAX IN THE GENERALIFE GARDENS
Continue your tour by seeing the Generalife Gardens, which kings used as their summer residence. The gardens consist of four terraced orchards, a residential area, and a meadow that surrounds the estate. As you explore the lush green gardens and its Promenade of the Cypress Trees and the Promenade of Walnut Trees, be sure to look for the ancient irrigation channels that kept the gardens thriving throughout history. After the Alhambra visit, you will return to your Costa del Sol city by bus.
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Have you heard of the legend of the Mexuar tiles?
The Mexuar Hall, located in the Mexuar Palace is one of the oldest palaces in Alhambra. Legend says that it was there that the Sultan used to hide in a platform camouflaged by latticework to hear what people who were going to be sentenced in the Alhambra were saying without them knowing he was there. That way, he could serve justice most objectively since he heard the true stories.
This also earned Sultan the public’s favor and trust as they considered him to be fair and honest. It is said that this was the reason why there was a tile in the Mexuar Hall that said: “Entra y pide. No temas de pedir justicia que hallarla has" which translates to “Enter and ask. Do not be afraid to seek justice for here you will find it”.
Book your Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol to hear more from your local guide!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- You will have to provide your full name and passport details when booking.
- Bring the passport used for the booking with you on the day of the tour so that you can join it.
- The bus you will be transported in is air-conditioned.
- To prepare for your visit to this remarkable place, check out our tips in visiting the Alhambra.
Meeting Point
The driver can pick you up in Estepona, Fuengirola, Torremolinos, Marbella, and Málaga.
Why is this Alhambra Tour from Costa del Sol the best choice?
Flexible tour itinerary
There are two tours you can choose from. Your first option provides over three hours of free time in Granada. The second option includes a guided tour of Granada, and then some brief free time. Pick whatever variant works best for you, and customize your tour. Keep in mind that both options include a guided tour of the Alhambra.
True local Granada guide
You’ll have one guide accompany you from Costa del Sol to Granada. They’ll give a brief introduction to the city and the Alhambra on the bus. However, once you arrive in Granada, a local guide from the city itself will take over. They’ll show you the city and the Alhambra, so you’ll truly understand the local perspective and get insider insights.
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- Free cancellation
- Expert tour guide
- Round-trip transportation
- Walking tour
- Easy booking process
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