Albaicín Travel Guide
Granada
Popular places to visit
Mirador de San Nicolas
One of the most popular hilltop lookouts in Spain offers incredible views of the city of Granada, the Alhambra and the mountainous landscape beyond.
Carrera del Darro
During your trip to Granada, you can enjoy retail therapy at Carrera del Darro. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes.
Calle Elvira
You can do some window-shopping at Calle Elvira during your trip to Granada. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Paseo de los Tristes
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 family-friendly area.
Mezquita Mayor of Granada
Find out about the history of Granada with a stop at Mezquita Mayor of Granada. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real
Find out about the history of Granada when you take a trip to Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its picturesque gardens.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Alhambra and Generalife Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guide
Skip The Line Alhambra and Generalife Guided Tour
Alhambra Complete: Ticket Skip-the-Line Nasrid Palace and Generalife with Guide
Alhambra & Generalife Admission Ticket with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Albaicín
Palacio de Santa Inés hotel
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Plaza Nueva
Clean room. Helpful staff. Good breakfast. Was happy that parking was available (for a fee) close to the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Casa del Capitel Nazari Hotel
The rooms are so charming! The staff is so friendly and super helpful. We plan to stay there again!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Smart Suites Albaicin Apartamentos
Beautiful room, perfect location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Palacio Mariana Pineda Hotel
Wonderful stay, spotless clean, wonderful customer service. Best stay among 10 different hotels I have stayed across Spain. 100% recommended
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Alhambra Palace Hotel
This is a superb hotel. The finishes are similar to La Alhambra. Outside has a gorgeous park, you’ll get to walk a little in a gorgeous park to get to the iconic Alhambra. Stunning views of the city. You’ll have Granada at your feet.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Albaicín
Sacromonte
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Sacromonte. You might want to make time for a stop at Carmen de la Victoria or Cuevas del Sacromonte Museum.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Carmen de la Victoria and Carrera del Darro are top sights worth seeing.
San Ildefonso
While visiting San Ildefonso, you might make a stop by sights like Elvira Gate and Calle Elvira.
Centro District
The stunning cathedral and popular shops are just a few highlights of Centro District. Make a stop by Calle Navas or Plaza Bib-Rambla while you're exploring the area.
Centro - Sagrario
If you're spending some time in Centro - Sagrario, Plaza de la Trinidad and San Jeronimo Monastery are top sights worth seeing.
Granada City Center
Travellers to Granada City Center praise its stunning cathedral. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Calle Navas and Plaza Bib-Rambla.
