Private Albaicín Tour with Andalusian Monuments includes tickets

Operated by Califa Experience

1. We begin our tour in the Plaza de Isabella Catolica, right in the heart of the modern city, but a short walk from where Granada Ziri was born, capital of an Andalusian kingdom that marked the beginning of Islamic splendor in these lands. From here, we will enter a city that has been a frontier, kingdom and legend. (10 min)
2. We are now in Plaza Nueva, which, despite its name, is one of the oldest squares in Granada. This space, built by the Catholic Monarchs after the conquest, was symbolic of the new Christian order, right at the foot of the Alhambra. But under our feet, Andalusian history still beats: very close to here was the ancient bab al-Bunud, the ‘gate of the flags’, which gave access to the Ziri medina.
3. Ahead of us stands the Royal Chancellery, symbol of the new power that was established in Granada after the Christian conquest. It was founded by the Catholic Monarchs in 1505 as the highest judicial institution in the southern peninsula, and its current appearance is due in large part to the reforms carried out in the time of Charles V. This building not only administered justice, but also repre (10 min)
4. The church of St Gil and St Anne stands where once there was a mosque, as if the stones inherited the memory of the place. In its Mudéjar architecture echoes of the Andalusian past still resonate, reminding us that Granada does not forget, only transforms.
5. To walk along the Carrera del Darro is to get lost among legends, hidden palaces and the eternal murmur of the river.
6. During our tour, we will stop at El Bañuelo, one of the oldest and best preserved Arab baths in al-Andalus. Access to the monument is included in the tour, so we will go inside to discover this fascinating space with a guided explanation. Let’s explore its different rooms – cold, warm and warm – and learn about the functioning of the Andalusian Hammam, as well as its social and cultural importanc (20 min · ✓ admission included)
7. During the tour, we will stop in front of the Maristan of Granada, the first public hospital in the Islamic West, founded in the 14th century by Sultan Muhammad V in the heart of the Albaicín neighborhood. Although today only a few remains and a partial reconstruction are preserved, this place was once an advanced center of medical care, where both body and mind were treated, with a surprisingly (10 min · ✓ admission included)
8. We are in front of the Casa de Castril, one of the most beautiful Renaissance facades in Granada. Built in the 16th century, it belonged to the influential family of Hernando de Zafra, secretary of the Catholic Monarchs and key figure in the negotiations for the surrender of Granada. Its Plateresque cover, dated 1539, is replete with symbolism: shields, classical columns and an inscription saying

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness