# GENERALIFE 6 

Positioned on a hill just next to the famous Alhambra, this small summer palace of the Moorish kings of Granada features magnificent, terraced gardens with beautiful fountains, pools, and flowerbeds.

Palace with Gardens 🌍 World Heritage Site: Since 1984

# ALBAYZIN 6 

Perched on the hill looking down over Granada, the old Arab Quarter of Albayzin is known for its labyrinth of whitewashed houses and narrow cobbled streets.

City District 🌍 World Heritage Site: Since 1984

# Placeta de San Nicolás (El Mirador) 6

This square in the Albayzin is one of Granada’s most emblematic spots due to its picturesque panoramic view of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

Square Viewpoint to the Alhambra

# Cathedral 5 

Constructed in the 16th century in a unique design, the cathedral of Granada features a striking facade, a spectacular sanctuary, the impressive Royal Chapel, and two magnificent 18th-century organs.

Roman Catholic Cathedral Period: 16th century | Style: Spanish Renaissance

# Basílica de San Juan de Dios 4

Constructed in the 18th century, this breathtaking basilica is famous for its richly decorated golden Baroque interior. An extremely valuable religious monument is the golden altar located in the main chapel.

Roman Catholic Church Period: 18th century | Style: Baroque

by José Luis Filpo Cabana / CC BY-SA 3.0

# Royal Chapel 4

Located next to the Cathedral of Granada with a separate entrance, the Royal Chapel is the burial place of the Spanish monarchs Queen Isabella I and King Ferdinand. The Sacristy Museum contains a great collection of paintings including works by Memling and Botticelli.

City District Constructed: between 1505 and 1517

by Heparina1985 / CC BY-SA 4.0

# Parque de las Ciencias 4

Opened in 1995 this interactive science museum houses seven permanent exhibition pavilions, a planetarium, the so-called BioDome with more than 250 species of animals and plants, the tropical butterfly farm, and an observation tower.

Science Park

by Peterfh / CC BY-SA 3.0

# Bib-Rambla square 4

Surrounded by 19th Century townhouses and leafy lime trees, Bib-Rambla square is one of Granada’s most attractive plazas. In the center of the is the 17th-century Gigantones Fountain with a statue of Neptune.

Square

# Alcaicería 4

This small historic street in the heart of the city of Granada is home to a colorful Moorish market with souvenir stalls, selling a variety of Arabic craftwork.

Arab Bazar (Souk)

by Manuel Ramallo / CC BY-SA 3.0