Granada

[Beachvue]

Will have one day in Granada. Any recommendations for a local tour guide?   TIA.  

[edinburgher]

Would you actually need a local tour guide?

 

The #1 sight there is of course the Alhambra which is a complex including gardens and the Generalife in addition to the Palace itself. Half of your day could easily be spent at the complex. You could buy tickets which are entry only, or ones which include either a private tour or a group tour.

 

As for the town itself, there are a few more minor sights, but during our couple of days stay there, we enjoyed simply strolling around the city.  The short walk alongside the river is very pleasant and offers some lovely views of the Alhambra opposite, but even better was walking around the old Moorish neighbourhood which offers many many photo ops, bars, restaurants,independent shops and little cobblestoned winding streets. (footwear with a good grip advised) Close to a church near the top of the neighbourhood is where the most amazing views of the Alhambra are to be found.

 

IMHO walking like that without a guide gives you the opportunity to walk at your own pace and to linger or stop when something catches your eye or you find a  bar or restaurant which appeals to you for a break.

 

If you search, there should be online info  and photos for the Moorish quarter  to help you decide if it would appeal to you.

Edited September 26, 2022 by edinburgher

[Beachvue]

Great information.  We wanted to see the Alhambra and the old town but not with a big tour group.  We also like to try the local food so going on our own will enable us to do this.  Thanks so much.  

[cruiservirginia]

Several years ago booked a private tour with Spain Day Tours from Granada to Alhambra. Wasn't happy with the guide. Had great tour with Spanish Trails from Barcelona to Montserrat and Penedes. You might want to ask if they service Granada.

[John Bull]

I'm just a little concerned that your cruise line might have mis-led you by listing "Granada" as the port-of-call.

It's 90+ minutes from Malaga, or 60 minutes from the nearest port, Motril.

So you'll need transportation or a tour.

And tickets to the Alhambra - by far the most significant place in Granada - sell out early.

So you need to book up in good time.

 

JB 🙂

 

 

[Beachvue]

Thanks so much for this information.  Certainly makes a difference in our planning!

[edinburgher]

 

Will have one day in Granada. Any recommendations for a local tour guide?   TIA.

Sorry about my post above as the info wasn't suitable for cruise pax.  I (wrongly) assumed that as you did not mention an actual port or an excursion , that you would be on a land trip which included Granada. Or a pre or post cruise land extension to a cruise. Especially as Granada is inland and not near the sea!.

 

Not usually recommended for DIY. Instead, a shorex or private tour is usually recommended, and your tour will most likely only take you to the Alhambra then return you back to the ship once your visit there is over.

Edited September 27, 2022 by edinburgher

[Beachvue]

No worries.  I should have been more clear.  Since it’s a 3 hour round trip from the port we will spend our time in Malaga.  Many interesting things to see there. Thanks again for your input.