Things To Do
Visit the Alhambra
If you do one thing besides attend our wedding while in Granada, let it be this! The Alhambra is the most famous and well-preserved palace of the historic Islamic world. Its grounds are home to beautiful gardens and mosques (which are visible from our wedding venue)! Dates start filling up a few months in advance, so we recommend booking your visit as soon as your travel is arranged. English-speaking tours or self-guided visits are both available - if you'd like our help booking one or connecting with others to attend one with, please let us know!
Relax at the Arab Baths
Hammam al Andalus is the most famous arab bath house in Granada, located right at the base of the Alhambra (where it has been located since the 13th century). There are four pools inside of varying temperatures, a sauna, and several massage packages. This is an essential stop on the Caroline and Derek tour de Granada, and would be a great way to treat your post-wedding hangover on the 19th!
Take a walking tour
Get to know Granada by taking a free (tips encouraged) English-speaking walking tour. The company linked below offers both an "Essential Granada" tour (which explores the city center) and an "Albaicín and Sacromonte" tour (which explores two historic neighborhoods), and both can be booked directly through their website. Tours accomodate groups of 5-8. This is definitely a ~tourity~ activity, so consider a self-guided tour instead if that's more your style. In either case, make sure to wear comfy shoes and pack your sunscreen!
Take a food tour
Granada is a city for foodies. It's the home of the tapa, meaning that every drink you order at a bar or restaurant comes with a free small plate. If you prefer a self-guided tour, this Reddit thread has some great potential routes: https://www.reddit.com/r/Granada/s/BgiiuyiOZT. If you'd like to do a deeper dive, the below link has guided wine tours, olive oil tastings, tapa crawls, and more.
Visit a Tetería
Granada is home to the Moorish tradition of the 'tetería,' or tea room. The majority of these teterías are located along a multicultural street called Calle Caldereria Nueva, which feels like a little slice of Morocco right in the heart of Granada. Granada's teterías are typically cozy, dimly-lit spaces with low tables and cushions to sit on. You can't go wrong with any of them, but a few of the most famous are Ábaco Te, Dar Ziryab, and Alfagüera.
Tour the Cathedral and Chapel
Granada's cathedral and royal chapel are both stunning and located right in the heart of the city. The chapel was built in the 1500s by Queen Isabella, and is the burial place of Isabel and Fernando. The cathedral is the first Renaissance cathedral in Spain and the country 's second largest cathedral. There are several tour options, but we have linked the official one here, which is 2 hours long and focuses on the political, historical, and architectural context of the spaces.
Hike in the Sierra Nevada
The Sierra Nevada is a mountain range in Granada where you'll find the highest peaks in continental Spain. It's an absolutely stunning place to hike and less than an hour from the city center by bus. If you're interested in visiting, check AirBnB experiences for guided tours, or the link below for transportation options!
