Cartuja Travel Guide
Granada
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Popular places to visit
Alhambra
After visiting Alhambra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Granada. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Granada Cathedral
A masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, this cathedral is known for its stunning chapels, art collection and as the resting place of a revered queen.
Plaza Nueva
Situated beneath the Alhambra is Granada’s main square, a spacious public plaza known for its cafés, bars and views which span the city’s rich history.
Calle Gran Via de Colon
During your trip to Granada, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
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.
Generalife
The palatial summer retreat of the Alhambra is one of the world’s great gardens and a fascinating window into the lives and loves of Granada’s Moorish rulers.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Alhambra and Generalife Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guide
Alhambra & Generalife Skip the line Small Group including Nasrid Palaces
Alhambra Ticket with Audio Guide in Granada
Sacromonte: Flamenco Show at Cuevas Los Tarantos Tickets
Arabian Baths Experience at Granada's Hammam Al Ándalus
Top hotels in Cartuja
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
"Great hotel with a beautiful pool and amazing breakfast. Rooms were clean and comfortable and staff were friendly."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Melia Granada Hotel
"Great hotel, good location, I’d highly recommend"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Granada Center
"Many places to eat nearby, transportation fairly close to go to other cities, and overall the hotel is well kept. The employees recommended great areas and overall provided a great experience!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Anacapri
"The hotel was very convenient location the and very centrally located the to Restaraunt as and cathedral The direct bus to Alhambra was just around the corner"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Áurea Catedral by Eurostars Hotel Company
"Perfect hotel, parking bit expensive, breakfast top of the line, clean, convenient, comfortable. We end up adding an extra night. Car need to be small & eco to enter city center and the elevator for the parking."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Saray Hotel
"I have only one word to describe this hotel, but I have to repet it three times: excellent, excellent, excellent!!!!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Cartuja
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.
Centro District
The stunning cathedral and popular shops are just a few highlights of Centro District. Make a stop by Alcaiceria or Calle Navas while you're exploring the area.
Centro - Sagrario
If you're spending some time in Centro - Sagrario, Calle Gran Via de Colon and Granada Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Albaicín
Albaicín is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mirador de San Nicolas or Paseo de los Tristes.
Distrito Ronda
Historical sites, bars and shopping are some highlights of Distrito Ronda. Make a stop by Plaza de Santa Ana or Caja Granada Cultural Center while you're exploring.
