Granada travel guide

Granada Tourism | Granada Guide

You're Going to Love Granada

With a population of 234,325, Granada is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Granada to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Granada

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sancho Original (Calle Tablas 16) and El Cortijo sin (Calle del Pintor Zuloaga 23) are great picks.

When to visit Granada

Granada in August
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel
Granada in August
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Granada in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Granada, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Granada

Plane

When flying to Granada, you’ll arrive at Granada-Jaen Airport (GRX), which is located 10 miles from the city centre.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Granada, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Granada to Málaga takes 1h 17m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 31m trip. The train station in Granada is called Granada, and is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Granada, including ALSA, BlaBlaBus and Renfe. From Málaga, the bus ride to Granada takes 90 miles and will cost you around $52. From Almería, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 120 miles. The most popular bus station is Granada Bus Station, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Granada. Granada P.T. Salud Granada is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Granada, you’ll arrive at Granada-Jaen Airport (GRX), which is located 10 miles from the city centre.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Granada, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Granada to Málaga takes 1h 17m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 31m trip. The train station in Granada is called Granada, and is located 0.8 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Granada, including ALSA, BlaBlaBus and Renfe. From Málaga, the bus ride to Granada takes 90 miles and will cost you around $52. From Almería, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 120 miles. The most popular bus station is Granada Bus Station, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Granada. Granada P.T. Salud Granada is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Granada

Airlines serving Granada

Lufthansa
Good (4,656 reviews)
KLM
Good (854 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,481 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,777 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,165 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,566 reviews)
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Where to stay in Granada

From 5-star hotels such as the Eurostars Gran Via to great affordable options like the Casa Morisca, Granada offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $299 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Abadia Hotel and Oasis Backpackers Hostel Granada. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Granada, with prices from $55 to $664 per night. Centro - Sagrario is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Granada are about 4% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Centro - Sagrario - Hotel Parraga Siete, Granada Five Senses Rooms & Suites and La Casa de la Trinidad have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Centro - Sagrario will cost you about $63 per night.

Centro - Sagrario - Hotel Parraga Siete, Granada Five Senses Rooms & Suites and La Casa de la Trinidad have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Centro - Sagrario will cost you about $63 per night.
Most popular hotel in Granada by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Granada

Most booked hotels in Granada

Gran Hotel Luna de Granada
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$118+
Hotel Saray
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$118+
Porcel Alixares
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$100+
Hotel Porcel Sabica
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$95+
ibis Granada
1 star
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$89+
Urban Dream Granada Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$77+

Hiring a car in Granada

Expect to pay $3.01 per litre in Granada (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.04 and $48.05. The most frequently booked car type in Granada is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.01 per litre in Granada (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.04 and $48.05. The most frequently booked car type in Granada is Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Granada

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