Granada in 3 Days

The Best Itinerary

This guide on what to see in Granada in 3 days will help you plan your walking and public transport itineraries so you don’t miss anything important in this incredible city.
During these three intense days, you will discover countless charming spots in the last city reconquered by the Catholic Monarchs, which has preserved a harmonious blend of Arab and Christian culture and architecture.
Among the places you will visit and enjoy are the fantastic Alhambra, the Cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the neighborhoods of Albaicín, Realejo, and Sacromonte, the best viewpoints, as well as the chance to relax in an Arab bath and try its most typical dishes such as broad beans with ham, Granada-style remojón, or Sacromonte tortilla.

Based on our visits to this well-known city in southern Spain, for which we have written this list of must-see places in Granada, we have created this itinerary for Granada in 3 days, optimizing time to the fullest. Let’s get started!

Travel Tips for Granada

• The best time to visit Granada is in spring and autumn, and it is advisable to avoid Easter Week if you want to avoid extra accommodation costs and enjoy the city with fewer crowds.
• The most convenient way to get to Granada is by AVE train, although many visitors also fly into the airports of Granada or Málaga, both with good bus connections to the city.
• If you arrive at Granada Airport, you can take the bus, a taxi, or book this convenient private transfer to reach the city center or your hotel.
• Check out this list of the best restaurants to eat in Granada.
• Once you book your flight, consider staying at Hotel Comfort Dauro 2 or Barceló Carmen Granada, both located just a few meters from the Cathedral and offering excellent value for money.
• To learn about the city’s history, nothing is better than booking this free tour, ranked among the best free tours in Granada.
• Check if it’s worth buying the Granada Card to save time and money during your visit.

First Day in Granada

Start your day with breakfast at Café 4 Gatos or Churrería Alhambra before heading to the Alhambra, which opens at 8:30 AM. This vast complex includes palaces such as the Generalife, Charles V, the Nasrid Palaces, and the ancient Alcazaba.

After your visit, walk down Cuesta Empedrada to Plaza Nueva, where you can eat at some of the best restaurants in Granada, like Bar Los Diamantes, Casa Julio, Bodegas Castañeda, or La Buena Vida.

Second Day in Granada

Start your second day with a visit to the artisan shops of the Alcaicería, then explore the beautiful interior of the Madraza Palace, which opens at 10 AM.

Next, stroll through the Realejo neighborhood, stopping at Corral del Carbón, Plaza de Isabel la Católica, Casa de los Tiros, Placeta Puerta del Sol, the Sephardic Museum, Santo Domingo Church, Torres Bermejas, and the Fundación Rodríguez-Acosta.

In the afternoon, relax at a traditional tea house like Abaco Té, La Diwan, or La Oriental before visiting the Sacromonte neighborhood. Take the C34 bus from Plaza Nueva to the Sacromonte Abbey, known for its sacred caves and collection of lead books.

Third Day in Granada

Start your last day in Granada by taking bus lines 8, U1, U2, or U3 to the Carthusian Monastery, a Baroque religious complex known for its lavish chapels and altars.

Then, visit the Monastery of San Jerónimo, where the tomb of the Great Captain, Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba, lies.

Enjoy your visit to Granada!