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Iberian Peninsula · Spain

The Alhambra

Historic Full day difficulty: Easy with kids: yes
The Alhambra

The palace and fortress of the Nasrid kings in Granada, with water courtyards, lacework of carved plaster and gardens that smell of myrtle and roses. One of the most beautiful buildings that Muslim Spain left behind.

With kids

  • Count the lions of the famous fountain in the Court of the Lions
  • Look for reflections and colorful fish in the pools of the Generalife
  • Listen to the echo of water running through all the gardens
  • Find the phrase carved a thousand times over on the walls
Accessibility: 6+ years — book tickets ahead; there's a fair bit of walking

With family

  • Tour the Nasrid Palaces slowly, looking up at the ceilings of stars
  • Stroll the Generalife gardens among hedges and fountains
  • See the Alhambra lit up at night from the San Nicolás viewpoint
  • Head down to the Albaicín quarter for a snack with views of the palace

Full listing, routes and recommendations at Mi País — The Alhambra. ← All destinations