Cervantes Travel Guide
Granada
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.
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.
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.
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 & Generalife Skip the line Small Group including Nasrid Palaces
Alhambra & Generalife Admission Ticket with Audio Guide
Alhambra Complete: Ticket Skip-the-Line Nasrid Palace and Generalife with Guide
Top hotels in Cervantes
Saray Hotel
Great hotel
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hotel Granada Center
Just a short walk to the city center. This was a incredibly clean and well appointed hotel. The food in the restaurant was excellent and so was the service. The front desk staff was very welcoming and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Alhambra Palace Hotel
Excellent staff, nice and clean set up, great location
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Áurea Catedral by Eurostars Hotel Company
The room was so clean, staff are wonderful and the breaksfast so deliciuos
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Melia Granada Hotel
This was the perfect hotel for a few days in Granada & to see Alhambra. A short taxi from the bus terminal and train station (12 min walk) and right in the heart of the shopping areas. Lovely hotel with modern designs and stylish room. Nice large shower too. Everything is walkable from the hotel, ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hotel Anacapri
Excellent!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cervantes
Carretera de la Sierra
Carretera de la Sierra might not have many top sights, but Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Serrallo Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Castaño Mirasierra
When in Castaño Mirasierra, you can plan a visit to Serrallo Plaza and Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Figares
While visiting Figares, you might make a stop by sights like Science Park and Granada Exhibition and Conference Centre.
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.
Camino de los Neveros
When in Camino de los Neveros, you can plan a visit to Serrallo Plaza and Carmen de los Martires Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
