Im only one night in Granada, driving from Rhonda and the next day driving to Cordoba.
I really wanted to visit alhambra but all the tickets are sold out. I didn't expect that February could be so popular. 😀. What option do I have to be able to get into Alhambra? (Bugdet friendly options prefered)... im traveling February 18th to 19th. Thanks so much in advance.
Posted by
Bend, Oregon
320 posts
At the entrance to the Alhambra, you may find tour guides that can also provide entry. And, there can be tickets reserved for walk-ups - ask at the window.
Posted by
OP
3 posts
Thank you! I would assume i need to get there really early to be able to get a walk up ticket.
Posted by
Mid-Atlantic area
8517 posts
Anybody can visit the Alhambra complex at any time; it is free and always open. What you’re referring to is entering the Nasrid Palace. It is the part of the complex that requires a ticket as does the Generalife, but sometimes nobody is checking tickets at the gardens.
Posted by
SoCal
2311 posts
I was in Granada a couple of Februaries ago, and had to pay a ton for entry (about 125 euros) through GetYourGuide because I made the same assumption as the OP. There was no option to purchase tickets at the gate nor to "find a tour guide" near the entrance. Tickets for Alhambra access should always be purchased well in advance. And very little of the Alhambra complex is free to enter.
Posted by
SoCal
2311 posts
Thank you, Nono! Very helpful to get valuable insights from one whose boots are on the ground in Granada.
Posted by
OP
3 posts
Thank you Nono so much for advice. Do you know at what time schools might be releasing the tickets. Should I keep checking the website in the morning, afternoon? Thanks so much again!