Mirador de San Nicolás Tours
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The biggest draw of Granada’s Albaycin quarter (the old Moorish quarter) is the hilltop Mirador de San Nicolás, a small plaza that lies in front of San Nicolás Church. This lookout point offers panoramic views spanning the city center, the distant Sierra Nevada Mountains, Rio Darro canyon and, most famously, the grand Alhambra palace.
The Basics
San Nicolas Square (Plaza de San Nicolas) is a lively place any time of day, with craftsmen, flamenco dancers, and street musicians setting up along the paving stones to entertain visitors. At dusk, crowds of locals and tourists turn out to watch the sunset over the palace grounds before adjourning to restaurants and tea shops on nearby Elvira Street. Visit on a group or private walking tour of the Albaycin quarter.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Mirador de San Nicolas is a hot spot to photograph sunsets over the Alhambra.
- Be mindful of potential pickpockets because they are attracted to the throngs of tourists here.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes because it’s a bit of a climb up the windy, narrow cobblestone streets to the plaza.
How to Get There
You can reach Mirador de San Nicolás on foot or via public transportation. It’s a 25-minute walk from the Alhambra, uphill via Carrera del Darro, or you can take the city’s minibus lines C1 or C2 (which is less frequent) from Plaza Nueva. Taxis are also readily available from Plaza Nueva.
When to Get There
Mirador de San Nicolas is always bustling, especially in the evening when visitors come to watch the sunset over the Alhambra. If you want to catch the views without the crowds, head there in the morning hours. Also, keep in mind that the prime photo-taking spots are usually congested, so you may have to wait to snap the perfect pic.
Nearby Plaza Nueva
In the center of Granada lies Plaza Nueva, a bustling hub of activity that’s filled with bars and tapas restaurants. Located at the foot of the Alhambra, the square sees plenty of passersby throughout the day as they make their way to the city’s top tourist attraction. It’s also a prime spot for people-watching and for taking a break from sightseeing.
Address: Calle Mirador de San Nicolás, Granada, Andalucia 18010, Spain
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Alhambra and Albaycin Private Tour
The Alhambra is the most visited monument in Spain and has been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. With our guide you will jump the queue and enjoy interesting and fun legends and stories and stunning views of the best viewpoints in Granada.
We will pass through the Barrio del Albaicín: private gardens, old houses, we will talk about the history of the last Muslim city in Spain.
A wise man once said: "There is nothing worse than being blind in Granada."
This may be the most beautiful city in the world. Get carried away by the "City Lovers"
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Granada: Alhambra, Abadia, Albaicin 3 hour historical tour
Discover intriguing secrets of Granada on 3 hour historical segway tour. It's a great way to see all major sigts with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation.
As soon as you ready the journey begins. Cruise in the green gardens of Alhambra and learn about the majestic islamic palace. Friendly and knowledgeable guide will gladly share important historical facts of this unique place included to UNESCO World Herritage list in 1984.
Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to Abadia del Sacromonte. The Sacromonte Abbey shows the cultural past of the city and is vital to understanding the history of Granada.
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Granada Segway Tour
Make easy work of Granada’s hills and zip around the sights on this 2-hour guided Segway tour. Enjoy an intimate experience, with a small group of just six people; explore the atmospheric Albayzín and Sacromonte neighborhoods; and admire landmarks such as the San Cristobal Church, Paseo de los Tristes, and Palacio Daralhorra.
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Granada Tapas Walking Tour
Awaken your senses to the tantalizing taste of traditional tapas on a 2.5-hour culinary and cultural tour of Granada. Delve into the city’s rich past while feasting upon a selection of sublime Spanish specialties with an interesting guide; see significant sights such as Plaza Nueva and Santa Ana Church, interspersing attractions with visits to locally loved tapas bars and ambient bars. See the city from the vertiginous vantage point of Mirador San Nicolás and gain fascinating insight into Moors who ruled the city before the Spanish conquered on this enriching excursion.
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Granada Sunset Walking Tour
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.
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Granada Walking Tour
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 roughly 1.5 miles (2.5 km), 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.
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Night Adventure Tour
Experience an alternative and adventurous side of Granada when you embark on this nighttime tour. Equipped with headlamps to help navigate the darkness, explore the Albayzin (Granada’s ancient Muslim district), chart the caves of Sacromonte, wander through the Dehesa del Generalife park, admire nighttime views from the Silla del Moro, and otherwise discover a side of the city that most tourists miss.
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Granada Electric Bike Guided Tour
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.
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Granada Segway Tour to Albaicin and Sacromonte
Explore the ancient treasures of Granada on a fun and informative Segway tour! Cover more ground than walking while enjoying fresh Andalusian air and the flexibility to stop often. Roll through the streets of the World Heritage-listed Albaicin, the city’s old Moorish quarter, while your local guide points out highlights and shares facts about the city’s fascinating layered history. You’ll also tour the Sacromonte district, home to gypsy caves and a rich flamenco heritage.
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GRANADA: Albaicin & Sacromonte regular tour
Discover the history of Granada and the Alhambra on a guided tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte. The walking tour takes in the sights of the two historic enclaves along with commentary about the dynasties and unique architecture of Granada.
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GRANADA: Albaicin & Sacromonte nigth tour
Enjoy the view of the Alhambra and learn the history of Granada, the last Muslim city of Spain on this guided walking tour at night. Discover the ancient quarters of Albaicin and Sacromonte and take in the stunning architecture. The duration of this tour is 2.5 hours.
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Granada: Panoramic segway tour
Discover city center and Albaicin on one hour panoramic segway tour. It's a great way to cover big distance with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. The main focus of this tour is to enjoy segways and learn general information about Granada.
Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to viewpoints of Albaicin. It is located on a big hill and is famous for its breathtaking views overlooking Alhambra and mountains of Sierra Nevada. Albaicin is an old neighborhood which maintains the layout of Medieval Moorish narrow streets. Perfect place to discover Moorish architecture.
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Granada Walking Tour: Albaicin and Sacromonte Quarters
Explore a pair of Granada's oldest and most atmospheric quarters on a walking tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte neighborhoods. Learn about the city's Muslim and Gypsy heritage as your guide shares stories of the characters and legends that lend the historic streets their mystique. See the distinctive cave houses of Sacromonte, stroll through charming plazas, and take in stellar views of Granada's crown jewel, the Alhambra.
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Alhambra Tickets and Albaicin Private Tour
Combine a visit to the Alhambra with a walking tour of Grenada's Albaicin neighborhood on this guided small-group tour. Wander the narrow streets of Albaicin and learn about the significance of its charming buildings before heading to the Alhambra. Skip the line for tickets and make the most of your time exploring the palace and its lush gardens.
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Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada
Discover two of Granada’s most atmospheric quarters on a 2.5-hour walking tour of Albayzín and Sacromonte. Explore the cobblestoned lanes of Albayzín, the medieval Moorish quarter, and view its whitewashed houses, patios, fountains, and churches as your guide shares its history. Admire the views of the Alhambra Palace from here, and delve into the neighboring gypsy enclave of Sacromonte, famous for its traditional cave houses and flamenco and handicrafts heritage.
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Skip-the-Line Alhambra with Albaicin, Sacromonte by Segway/Bike
Combine a skip-the-line visit to Granada’s iconic The Alhambra with an electric bike or Segway tour of Albaicin and Sacromonte on this 5-hour combo tour, ideal for visitors short on time in Andalucia. Beat lines often in advance of two hours with your skip-the-line ticket to the UNESCO-listed Alhambra and explore the Moorish features and Generalife Gardens with a guide. Then, depending on the option chosen at checkout, you’ll take a Segway or electric bike tour of Albaicin, the city's old Muslim quarter, and Sacromonte, the epicenter of Granada's flamenco scene.
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Alhambra and Albaicin Private Tour with official Guide
Travel to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this day tour from Granada. First, visit the Alhambra, a fortress and castle built in the 8th century. Continue on to the Albaicín, which, with its narrow cobblestone streets, is an ode to the region’s Medieval Moorish past. Stop for lunch along the way to experience the local cuisine and do some people watching.
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Albaicin and Sacromonte Guided Tour
Get an up-close perspective of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Albaicin on this fun walking tour. Your guide will lead you through the atmospheric winding streets so you won’t get lost. Also visit the Sacromonte neighborhood, famous for its cave dwellings and flamenco dances. This convenient tour visits some of the most beautiful must-see sights in Granada, and will suit travelers with a range of interests.
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Sacromonte and Albaicin Monumental Segway Tour in Granada
Discover mysterious neighborhoods of Granada on 2 hour monumental segway tour. It's a great way to see Sacromonte and Albaicin with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. This tour doesn't include Alhambra, however you will enjoy observing it from San Nicholas viewpoint.
Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to Abadia del Sacromonte. The Sacromonte Abbey shows the cultural past of the city and is vital to understanding the history of Granada.
Wonder through the narrow streets of Albaicin neighborhood, pass by Mosque of Granada and take photos on one of the most famous viewpoints - San Nicholas square.
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$65.69
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$65.69
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Private Tour: Historical Granada
Delve into Granada’s storied history with this private, half-day sightseeing tour. Visit the flamboyant Royal Chapel, see the magnificent Granada Cathedral and explore the narrow, timeworn streets of ancient Albaycin. You’ll also stroll along the Gran Via, get up close to the 16th-century Carthusian Monastery and gaze out over the city from the Mirador de San Nicholas viewpoint.
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$190.35
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$190.35
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Granada: Albaicin Private tour
Feel like an authentic local on this private tour in the world recognized quarter of El Albaicín. Turn lost in their fitted and narrow streets. Its magnificent viewpoints, its atmosphere… Let yourself be carried away by an experienced local guide
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$80.43
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Granada Private Tour: The Unesco Heritage of Albaycin
This tour covers not only a nice stroll trough the knotted streets of the oldest city quarter of Granada called Albaicin. You will feel the spirit of the past that dates back to its splendorous time of medieval ages under the muslim influence. This quarter was inhabited by the peasants of the last muslim kingdom in the western Europe. Their daily routine was strictly related to trade, hygiene, praying and education system, for which all the aspects were developed here on a very high level. To unerstand better this concept we will visit the oldest monument of the city which is the public bath house (El Bañuelo), old arabic market place (Alcaiceria) with its own medieval hotel (Founduq) as well as the oldest medieval university in the western Europe (Madrasa). All this enjoying additionally amazing views over splendorous Alhambra will finally make you realize about the world heritage value of the Albaycin quarter, recognised so by UNESCO.
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$154.78
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$154.78
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Private Albayzin and Sacromonte walking tour
Explore two of Granada’s most fascinating neighborhoods on this guided excursion. Wander the maze-like streets of the city's historic Moorish quarter of Albayzin and experience the rich music and dancing of Sacromonte, the gypsy district. Learn about their history and culture from your guide and finish the tour like a local, with a stop for an included drink and tapa.
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$99.06
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$99.06
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Granada: 90 minutes sunset segway tour
Discover Albaicin neighborhood on 90 minutes sunset segway tour. It's a great way to cover big distance with local exprerienced guide. Due to special geographical location Granada offers great routes with picturesque views. The city is situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains so the streets go up and down making segway probably the most comfortable way of transportation. The main focus of this tour is to take you up to San Nicholas viewpoint on the most beautiful time of the day - sunset.
Pass by Plaza Nueva, Fuente del Toro, Paseo de los Tristes, old gypsy caves all the way up to viewpoints of Albaicin. It is located on a big hill and is famous for its breathtaking views overlooking Alhambra and mountains of Sierra Nevada.
Wonder through the charmin streets, pass by Mosque of Granada and take photos on one of the most famous viewpoints - San Nicholas square. During the sunset this place seems magical and attracts poets, writers and hippies from all over the world.
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$52.28
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