Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025
You need to get your tickets in advance as we found it impossible to access tickets for the Alhambra and Generalife Gardens during our three day stay in Granada. Just wanted to revisit after our first visit 25 years ago and it would be helpful if they could keep a few tickets back for sale on the day.
We couldn’t get in as you need to book online in day, and they had sold out! We were able to walk the perimeter for free, which was still beautiful and took us down to a gorgeous little town with bars and local independent shops.
There are limited daily tickets, we were advised to book in advance 2 to 3 months.
If visiting in April or May you need to book tickets 2 or 3 months in advance.
I would definitely recommend taking one of the guided tours, they were excellent, and we each had personal earpieces so as not to interfere with other people by loud guides shouting to large groups of people. Do you go as early as possible in the day.
No need to book a guided tour. There are hand held devices to guide you and explain everything.
Discover a large and unusual royal palace set on a plateau at the heart of the magical Alhambra complex, with panoramic vistas over the city of Granada.
After visiting Palacio de Comares, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Granada. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.
The palatial summer retreat of the Alhambra is one of the world’s great gardens and a fascinating window into the lives and loves of Granada’s Moorish rulers.
Alcazaba is just one of the places to see in Granada, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
During your visit to Granada, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paseo de los Tristes. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the stunning cathedral in this romantic area.
Explore the great outdoors at Carmen de los Martires Gardens, a lovely green space in Granada. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
The best time to visit Alhambra is dependant on what kind of holiday you are seeking. July is its hottest month on average. At this time, visitor numbers are slightly high and weather is sunny with no rain. January is its coolest month on average. At this time, visitor numbers are slightly low and weather is mostly sunny with light rain.
 Calendar Month |  Temperature |  Precipitation |  Cloudiness |  Occupancy |  Pricing |
| January | 43.0°F (6.1°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Slightly Low | Average |
| February | 45.0°F (7.2°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Average | Average |
| March | 49.3°F (9.6°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Average | Average |
| April | 55.4°F (13.0°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Slightly High | Slightly High |
| May | 63.7°F (17.6°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Average | Slightly High |
| June | 72.7°F (22.6°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Slightly High | Average |
| July | 80.2°F (26.8°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Slightly High | Slightly Low |
| August | 79.7°F (26.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Average | Slightly Low |
| September | 70.7°F (21.5°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Average | Average |
| October | 62.4°F (16.9°C) | No Rain | Sunny | Slightly Low | Slightly High |
| November | 50.5°F (10.3°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Average | Slightly Low |
| December | 45.3°F (7.4°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny | Slightly Low | Average |
