Abadia del Sacromonte
Abadia del Sacromonte
4.5
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
About
When you come to Granada, you have to visit one of the main sites of its rich history. Sacromonte Abbey is the birthplace of Christianity in Granada. Together with the Alhambra and the Cathedral, it is one of the most emblematic monuments in the town. It is the living testimony of a long history starting with the discovery of the relics of St. Cecilius and the “leaden books”, and displaying a multitude of other curiosities. Join the guided tour of an impressive monument, which fascinates and is permeated of life and tranquility. Most significantly, it is a place for the conciliation of diverse cultures. Discover why in your guided tour.
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sheffieldeats
Sheffield, UK2,061 contributions
Arrived late in the day, having seen it in the distance and not known what it was. Fascinating story of fake documents ( ‘lead books’) which when revealed as fake, led to the halting of the massive building project. Find the holy caves where a saint was said to have been martyred. Excellent viewpoint outside
Written May 17, 2022
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JMcC83F
London, UK71 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
Having walked up through the Arab quarter we decided to carry on to Sacromonte. The final climb up to the abbey was very steep. Late on a sunny April afternoon we managed it, but I wouldn't recommend it in July or August unless you are young and fit! We arrived at 5.15pm and luckily the guide let us join the 5pm tour as they had just come out of the library into the cloisters. We were then able to join the 5.45pm tour to see the library, before being shown the way out. The guide spoke both in Spanish and in English. We saw several buses on the walk back down, but didn't notice a bus stop at the top! Fabulous views.
Written April 21, 2018
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Gerard Lebeda
Hoboken, NJ154 contributions
Jul 2019
I have been visiting Granada, Spain each summer for the past 12 years and thought I had seen it all. But there is so much to explore and this past summer found me at the Sacomonte Abbey.
The Abbey is a delightful structure just a short drive from the center of Granada. Already a great place to visit, the Abbey is in the process of a major expansion to add a first-class visitors facility for exhibits and events to increase interest in this historic sight.
I highly recommend a visit to Sacromonte Abbey!
The Abbey is a delightful structure just a short drive from the center of Granada. Already a great place to visit, the Abbey is in the process of a major expansion to add a first-class visitors facility for exhibits and events to increase interest in this historic sight.
I highly recommend a visit to Sacromonte Abbey!
Written February 28, 2020
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hrsch
Madison, WI425 contributions
Dec 2018 • Solo
Unless you enjoy religious legends, skip the tour and go for the view. It’s pleasant to walk around and look down on Granada and the Alhambra. I had hoped to learn about how the monks lived here, but the tour was mainly about the legends, the relics, and the founders of the abbey after the Reconquista. Unfortunately I was with a Spanish tour group that was very interested in all the minutiae, so the guide must have gone into extra detail because our tour lasted more than an hour. Way more than I needed to see a few rooms and the caves, which again were not of much interest unless you like legends about saints.
The Sacromonte area where real people lived and still live is more interesting to me because I prefer a slice of life where I get a little glimpse of the past. But that’s just me.
Note: if you take the bus to come here, you catch the return bus in the exact same spot and going the same direction — away from Granada. The bus continues into the little village, then loops around in the valley and rejoins the road further towards Granada. The bus does not return to the abbey going the opposite direction. So, be sure to note where you got off the bus. There is a bus sign at that spot.
The Sacromonte area where real people lived and still live is more interesting to me because I prefer a slice of life where I get a little glimpse of the past. But that’s just me.
Note: if you take the bus to come here, you catch the return bus in the exact same spot and going the same direction — away from Granada. The bus continues into the little village, then loops around in the valley and rejoins the road further towards Granada. The bus does not return to the abbey going the opposite direction. So, be sure to note where you got off the bus. There is a bus sign at that spot.
Written December 31, 2018
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Thank you for your review and recommendation for the other tourists regarding the bus. :)
Written April 12, 2019
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Deirdre M
London37 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
This is a bit off the beaten track, but well worth a visit. Recommend getting the C2 bus from Plaza Nueva as it goes right to the abbey. It’s within walking distance of the town, but a very steep climb. Not for the faint heart- especially in the heat of summer! When you get there, it’s worth doing the tour of the small museum, the church and the caves. And there’s no beating the fantastic views of Granada and the Alhambra. Really enjoyed our visit.
Written July 5, 2018
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Kaskatofus
24 contributions
Aug 2017 • Solo
Its an uphill hike to get here... Important to know that the tour inside the abby is only in Spanish and so non-Spanish speakers miss quite a bit of info. Entrance is 4€ (it doesn't say so at the door). The visit is short (about 30 min.) and feels a bit rushed. The view is beautiful and the place is interesting but if they had an English language tour it would have made a big difference. Lastly, occasional buses from Plaza Nueva go all the way up the hill and make sense to seek on hot days. Bottom line: nice but not a must.
Written August 12, 2017
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Chartris
Plymouth, UK81 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
The walk up to the abbey through the Sacromonte area is attractive and scenic but steep.
The abbey does guided tours for €,4 per person so don't pay an arm and a leg for your own tour.
The abbey is interesting, particularly the underground caves, and the cloisters beautifully cool and peaceful.
The abbey does guided tours for €,4 per person so don't pay an arm and a leg for your own tour.
The abbey is interesting, particularly the underground caves, and the cloisters beautifully cool and peaceful.
Written June 28, 2016
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DohaMorrisons
Canberra, Australia94 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
Quite hard to find but well worth it!! A hidden gem, with great views and very interesting history dating back to the Roman times. Fascinating to see the caves and the treasures that were found in them. Kids enjoyed walking through the caves and the books and artefacts dating back to the 12th Century were incredible.
Written August 1, 2014
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Sally62
Northampton, UK5,221 contributions
Sep 2022
Interesting visit to this abbey. The tour is self-guided and you download it on to your phone via a QR code. You can visit the XVII century abbey as well as the caves underneath which were important to Christianity in the Granada area. Open 10.30-2.00 and 4.00-5.30 when we visited but check opening times. There is a bus that takes you up there but we took a taxi and then walked back through Sacromonte - it would be a long, hot walk up there.
Written August 17, 2023
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Bohuslav R
Brno, Czech Republic6 contributions
Oct 2022
The abbey is pleasant quiet place. You can learn here about its importance to christianity in Granada area, both in the ancient history and the current times. Listen crefully to any mention of the "Lead Books", it explains you a lot. E.g. why are ther so many Stars of David? You can also enjoy both traditional and modern christianity inspired artworks as well.
At the time of our visit the place was opend since 10.00 to 14.00 and then since 15.30 to 19.00. Tours are self-guided, you can download the audioguide, but be aware - inside the abbey there is almost none mobile data signal and the local free wifi works just in a +/- 5 m petrimeter of the ticket office, then weaknes rapidly.
At the time of our visit the place was opend since 10.00 to 14.00 and then since 15.30 to 19.00. Tours are self-guided, you can download the audioguide, but be aware - inside the abbey there is almost none mobile data signal and the local free wifi works just in a +/- 5 m petrimeter of the ticket office, then weaknes rapidly.
Written October 19, 2022
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JordiGiladell
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain820 contributions
¿ Se pueden hacer fotos ?
JordiGiladell
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain820 contributions
Me puse en contacto con ellos. Me contestaron, que en el claustro, y exteriores si está permitido
En cuevas y museos no.
Miguel P
Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina33 contributions
El camino para volver desde la Abadia de Sacromonte a Plaza Nueva , se puede hacer caminando sin grandes dificultades por dos personas mayores?
Clarisa K
Buenos Aires, Argentina502 contributions
Es en bajada. No habría problema. Además es posible hacer paradas y descansar.
Cui_Shan_Ming
Singapore, Singapore32 contributions
I understand that Abadia del Sacromonte can only be visited with their guided tour which is conducted only in Spanish.I will be visiting Grenada as a solo traveller next month and I am very keen to tag along with one of their in-house Spanish guided tours, never mind that I speak only English, as I only wanted to see the interior sights. My concern is whether there's is a possibility of only one individual ( me ) signing up for the guided tour. it would be an awkward situation as I speak a different language. Is there any group tour available which brings visitors to the abbey? Any advice as to how I should do ?
Michelle S
Mount Prospect, IL3 contributions
Hi1 My husband and I are very interested in having a tour of the abbey while in Granada (we will be there in a few short weeks). Can you only schedule a tour by calling them directly? I could not find a website. Thank you!
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