Albayzin

Albayzin

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Named a World Heritage Site, this is the old Moorish quarter of Granada.
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  • CBL06130
    Grasse, France1,987 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Typical neighborhood
    Typical and authentic neighborhood. Numerous alleys, dead ends, staircases, a maze of cobblestones which lead us to viewpoints. The view is exceptional over the Alhambra and the roofs of Granada. Charming neighborhood. Be careful, it goes uphill and there are a lot of pebble passages.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 5, 2024
  • ip M
    23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    To visit absolutely
    A must see ! Old Arab quarter, all up, down or facing the Alhambra, with white houses and narrow streets, built on a hillside...it's simply magnificent! Some taxis refuse to go there in these narrow streets. We stayed at the bnb hotel APARTAMENTOS ALHAMBRA located on the way to the Saint Nicolas viewpoint, and which offers a Rooftop facing the Alhambra, it's superb! You can also have breakfast there.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 22, 2024
  • Ana D
    Paysandu, Uruguay899 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Get lost in its streets
    Whether you arrive from Darro, the historic center or from Sacromonte, the essence of the neighborhood is getting lost in its little streets. Discover its little squares and viewpoints such as Carbajales, San Cristóbal or the famous San Nicolas viewpoint, get to know its carmenes, its tea shops. It is a walk to take your time and enjoy the ups and downs
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 31, 2024
  • Piero C
    Annapolis, Maryland775 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Uphill is best
    Skip the weekend in Morocco and evade the touts, aggressive merchants, and lingering foolish qualms about being trafficked, and spend an evening on this lovely hill. (pickpockets, apparently, are one thing you won’t avoid this side of the Mediterranean). The winding allure of its callejons owe everything to the mother culture, and as you climb up, the views of the near by Alhambra are ever shifting and glowing in the evening. Plenty to feed on, including Moroccan fare, but what’s best about the neighborhood is that it’s only partly spoiled by commercialism. As you climb higher and higher, it becomes purely residential without losing its high state of preservation. Unlike in Venice, where you have to walk a considerable distance from Cannareggio or St. Mark’s to lose the crowds and ice cream stands, the buildings do not seem less impressive or turn a little grubby. Keep walking up to Sacramonte and take a look at the Alhambra from the higher mirador of San Miguel, then visit the Abbey. These walk, if taken in summer, are better reserved for the late afternoon and evening.
    Visited July 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written July 16, 2024
  • JellyB
    Singapore, Singapore880 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautifully preserved. Worth a visit
    We had the perfect morning walk. Our tour lasted 2 hours. We got a good history lesson and more beautiful views of the Alhambra. It was fun to meander past beautiful homes. You need good walking shoes. Definitely worth a visit and if you enjoy staying away from the touristy sights, this is perfection. Give at least two hours for this place. If you are going to stop for a coffee and watch the world go by, give yourself three hours.
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written September 2, 2024
  • OscarAbella
    Villa Ramallo, Argentina1,402 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    "EL" Moorish quarter par excellence
    It is "EL" historic neighborhood of Granada with a unique Moorish charm. Its cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses and panoramic views of the Alhambra create a magical atmosphere. Walking through the Albayzín is like going back in time, discovering the rich history and culture of the region. Small cafes and local shops add a special touch. It is an ideal place to explore and enjoy the authentic atmosphere of Granada.
    Visited October 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written November 13, 2024
  • Purwitanto
    Sengata, Indonesia3,076 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Moorish villages in Granada.
    Albaycin in Granada is a settlement with mostly white-colored houses. A preserved former Moorish village. We visited him as part of a daytrip to Granada before seeing alhambra. The camp is pretty good. Here we can see the alhambra that lies on top of the hill next to it. It's raining when we're there so we don't have much time to explore.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 21, 2024
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serviola71
San Luis de Sabinillas, Spain414 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
When I was in Granada, visiting the Alhambra, from one of the viewpoints, the guide told us: that in front is the Albaicin. Now we were here, in the Albaicín, seeing the Alhambra and the city of Granada from the viewpoints and strategic points that it has to enjoy, such as the Mirador de San Nicolás and the Mirador de San Cristobal. There are very good places to eat. We go up by bus, from the stops next to the Cathedral, and you pass through the Sacromonte and then you arrive at the top. In the end, the locals showed us some alleys that led us to the Cathedral itself on foot. That was beautiful
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Written September 22, 2023
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Ron Hill
93 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023
Had a great day out visiting Albayzin. Only the two of us on the tour as others had been delayed. Our guide (sorry forgotten his name but he was from Cuba) was very informative advised us regarding the history of Albayzin and made restaurant recommendations as we went around the area
Written March 20, 2023
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Vadim
Murmansk, Russia35,020 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Albayzín, together with the Generalife gardens and the Alhambra are included in the World heritage of Granada. But everything that was built after the Nasirid dynasty by Catholic kings starting with Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic was not included. Despite all the pomp and Shine. Not all that glitters is gold. The beautiful name of the quarter is associated either with the Arabic toponym "falconers ' quarter", or with the settlement of the mountainside by immigrants from Baeza, from where we came to Granada. That Arab quarter has not been fully preserved. Mosques were completely demolished or Catholic churches were built in their place. The mosque on top of the Mezquita Mayor de Granada is a new building from 2003. Albayzín itself escaped the demolition and reconstruction of the XIX century due to the complexity of the terrain. It was cheaper to build at the bottom, and this saved the narrow streets and low-rise whitewashed houses with orchards from demolition. Travel guides advise you to wander around Albayzín aimlessly. This is difficult, given the time constraints of a short visit. Most tourists have a goal when visiting the Arab quarter. This is the observation deck (Mirador) San Nicolas offers classic views of the Alhambra. We visited Albayzín twice to capture the Alhambra day and night. It's probably unnecessary to come here before dusk. If you get tired of walking, there are many small restaurants where you can spend time with a glass of Rioja or a Cup of Moroccan tea. The best place to buy Souvenirs and go to a stylized Arabic cafe is on the narrow Calderería street.
Written November 17, 2020
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A Midlife Adventure
Dursley, UK2,873 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
Our bedroom looked over the street and had two balconies.
On arrival with the doors thrown open the afternoon sun shone in, along with the chatter from the small shops below clustered together like a "souk" and the distinct aroma of Middle Eastern food. 
Tempted to explore further we ventured out on a spontaneous walk of these old cobbled streets where traffic is restricted to early morning deliveries and the odd taxi.
There are many tourist shops which to be honest blend in together after a while but equally some beautiful narrow streets that just invite further exploration. It’s hard not to imagine days of old when these streets would have been teeming with merchants and townsfolk all going about their business.

The old city walls can also be found in this area along with the Mirador de San Nicolas which is a view not to be missed.
Written April 3, 2023
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YO_LOOK_AT_ME
San Antonio, TX2,890 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022
While attempting to find the Mirador de San Nicolas we happened upon this area and found the winding streets, steps, architecture and general views to be fantastic. After visiting the referenced mirador, we ventured back down another side and were welcomed with well lite streets and beautiful views of the city down below. Definitely worth walking around and through the Albayzin to get a feel for how it was centuries ago.
Written January 26, 2023
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Sally62
Northampton, UK6,083 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022
We were lucky enough to be staying in this area which is on the hillside opposite the Alhambra. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and full of narrow cobbled streets, old houses and churches and you will find lots of restaurants and some tourist shops nearer to the city centre. There are lots of gardens that you can see through railings and this is where you will find the Mirador de San Nicolas from which you can get a fantastic view of the Alhambra. It's a steep climb to the top but well worth it.
Written August 16, 2023
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howellmr
Orillia, Canada31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Cars and cyclists compete for space with distracted tourists in the narrow twisting streets where not all roads and alleys appear on the map. There are numerous tripping hazards here and I strongly recommend you travel with some kind of GPS capacity here.
Traffic really is dangerous as there are no sidewalks and the walls show where cars have scrapped by. Well worth visiting.
Written March 3, 2020
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Charles S
Northamptonshire, UK1,037 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023
On our recent trip to Granada, our two family couples visited the Albaicín, aka Albayzín, a hillside neighborhood located on the north side of the Darro River which passes through the city. It is noted for its historic monuments and 13th to 15th century medieval street plan, which considering the multiple centuries passed, hasn't changed too much. In 1994, it became a World Heritage Site, an extension of the historic site of the nearby Alhambra. A fascinating historic site.
Written July 27, 2023
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,921 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021
People may come to Granada to visit the Alhambra but time spent meandering in the Arab quarter is rewarding. The sector is made to walk. It is very historic with a good number of city markers as you huff and puff your way uphill. The great view of the Alhambra is available at the Plaza of San Nicolas. Many restaurants and photographic opportunities await. The lower sector is very busy with pedestrian traffic. Watch out for the local bus and all too many taxi on the narrow roads on the many cobbled streets.
Written November 1, 2021
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Jack
Old Bethpage, NY3,409 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
You can’t visit Granada without visiting the Albayzin Neighborhood. Albayzin, was the historic Moorish Quarter of the city, known for its Islamic influence. It is a beautiful part of the city with great views of the Alhambra. I highly recommend!
Written January 5, 2024
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