Alhambra Day Trip from Málaga
Coach from Málaga or the Costa del Sol, Alhambra guided tour with tickets and free time in Granada.
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Alhambra Guided Tour with Tickets Included
Granada, SpainOfficial A.G.I.P. guidesapprox. 2.5 hours
Our most popular way to see the Alhambra. Join a small group led by an official Granada guide and let us take care of the tickets. In about 2.5 hours you'll discover the best-preserved medieval Islamic city in the world.
About this activity
- Tickets includedAlhambra entry, guide and headset in one booking
- DurationApprox. 2.5 hours, morning or afternoon
- Small groupMaximum 30 people per guide
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish or French
- Official guidesLicensed Granada guides, members of A.G.I.P.
What you'll see
Walk through the Nasrid Palaces – the Mexuar, the Comares Palace with the Court of the Myrtles and the Palace of the Lions – and the courtyards of the Grille, the Water Channel and the Sultana. Continue through the Partal gardens and the Medina, and finish in the Generalife, the sultans' summer palace, with its fountains and gardens.
Your guide brings the place to life: who built it, how people lived here and why it survived when so much of al-Andalus did not.
What's included
- Alhambra ticket: Nasrid Palaces (depending on the option you choose when booking), Alcazaba, Generalife and gardens
- Complete guided tour with an official local guide
- Headset system so you hear the guide clearly
- Assistance at the meeting point
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Start times
The Alhambra assigns entry slots to groups, so we confirm the exact time in your voucher:
- Morning: start between 8:15 and 12:00
- Afternoon: start at around 14:00 (between 14:00 and 16:30 from 1 April to 14 October)
Allow about 3 hours in total. Arriving late at the meeting point means losing the visit without refund.
Good to know
Passport or ID required. Bring the original ID card or passport of every visitor. Names must match the tickets or the Alhambra may refuse entry.
- Keep your ticket with you for the whole visit – you can't continue without it.
- If there aren't enough people for a single-language group, the tour may occasionally run in two languages.
- Group tours with nominal Alhambra tickets cannot be cancelled, changed or refunded once confirmed, because the tickets are issued in each visitor's name. Full conditions.
Also leaving from Málaga and Seville
Staying on the coast or in Seville? The same guided visit is available as a full-day trip with transport.
Alhambra Day Trip from Seville
Full-day excursion from Seville with Alhambra tickets and an official guide in Granada.
View tour →Where to stay
Looking for a hotel close to the Alhambra or in the historic centre? See hotels in Granada with prices and availability.
What travellers say
“Juan Cobo was our guide for the Alhambra tour. We travel extensively and always hire guides — we found Juan to be one of the best. We sincerely enjoyed our afternoon with him.”
“Thank you for the great tour – Gerardo was very knowledgeable and did a great job. I would definitely recommend your services!”
Frequently asked questions
Are Alhambra tickets included?
Yes. The price includes your Alhambra ticket, the official guide and the headset system. You don't need to buy tickets separately.
What time does the tour start?
Morning tours start between 8:15 and 12:00; afternoon tours start at around 14:00 (between 14:00 and 16:30 from 1 April to 14 October). Your exact time and meeting point appear in your voucher.
Is the tour in English?
Yes, tours run in English, Spanish and French. If a group can't be formed in a single language, the tour may occasionally be bilingual.
What is the difference with the private tour?
The group tour is the best value per person. A private tour gives you a guide just for your party, in your language, at a time of your choice, priced per guide.
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