Sacromonte
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A large hill located close to the Albayzín that is known for its caves that have been turned into public places for flamenco performances.
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LuizDutraNeto
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,621 contributions
Mar 2019
"Sacromonte" is a traditional neighborhood in the eastern area of Granada, just opposite to "La Alhambra", on the banks of "Río Darro". It has been inhabited by the first Romani (gypsies) settlers arriving in Granada, from India, after the Christian Conquest ("Reconquista") in 1492. A guide is strongly recommended as it is not so near the main tourist areas. Enjoy!
Written February 18, 2020
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DoctorWho_12
Manchester, UK10 contributions
Jul 2020
although everyone has come for the alhambra, there is a specific atmosphere in sacromonte, with its narrow, winding and sometimes confusing cobbled streets. it has amazing views over the alhambra from a different point of view - the west side, which is definitely worth seeing as part of a visit. there is a bus here, but walking here, if you can, is part of the experience.

Written July 25, 2020
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Kathleen M
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Jul 2022
We had a wonderful stay at this cheerful, clean, and well furnished apartment. It was nice to come home to the air-conditioning, and the lovely ambiance after exploring the city of Granada and the famous Alhamba Palace. The kitchen was well equipped and even included a dishwasher and a washer and dryer. Roberto was very warm and welcoming and quickly answered any questions we had. The apartment is beautiful and there is a view of the Alhambra from the living room window. It was quiet there but still close to the center of the city. We would go back there in a heartbeat.
Written July 29, 2022
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia44,507 contributions
May 2019
Sacromonte is a very different place from the rest of Granada. It is built up on the hills, opposite the Alhambra. The views are terrific! The houses are different. The environment is also different. We walked to this area out of curiosity and interest and were glad we did. It is a truly fantastic area. Apparently the district is occupied by "gypsies" who live in amazing, whitewashed caves! These caves are built into the hillside rock. They are quite picturesque. These people originally inhabited the area around the 15th century. They also somehow seem to have preserved a lot of the local culture, including music and dancing.
Written April 29, 2020
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom9,334 contributions
Feb 2020
With 3 nights in Granada, we had time to explore a little further beyond the Alhambra. Exploring Sacromonte was a highlight.
We went here specifically to see the unique cave-houses. History is somewhat murky but it is generally thought that the Roma gypsies (Gitano) settled here in the 15th century, making homes by digging back into the mountain side.
Sacromonte was very easy to explore on foot and you did not need a guide.
There is one only narrow main street, the Camino del Sacromonte, which is what we walked down (keep an eye out for cars and the occasional small bus because there’s not much space).
We started from the the tiny plaza with a central statue of the Gypsy King. This is Curro Albaicin, who was born in Sacromonte in 1940s and famously performed for people from Bill Clinton to Koffi Annan.
Just past that you see cave bars where flamenco shows are held in the evening. Cuesta de la Rocio caught our eye. Although it was not yet open, the owner kindly let us go in and have a look. If we’d had one more night, I’d have gone back to see a show there.
As we continued, the area became more residential. Most of the houses had been substantially developed and were no longer humble cave homes. The white-washed walls were hung with pots and vividly colourful geraniums. The view is also worthwhile. In one direction, you look across ravines to the Alhambra and in the other direction, the mountain landscape is a beautiful backdrop.
In hindsight we should have allowed more time for Sacromonte. We went there on our last morning and only had an hour or so to explore. We short-changed ourselves here. We didn't have time to explore the side-streets or the museum (11 restored, preserved cave-houses). With more time, I’d definitely have continued our walk to the abbey and the catacomb caves.
GETTING THERE: We started from Plaza Nueva and walked along the Carrera del Darro, following the river bank, then headed left up Cuesta del Chapiz. At the Gypsy King statue, turn right into Camino del Sacromonte. It was about a 20 min walk. You can also take the C2 bus from Plaza Nueva.
Written January 20, 2021
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sheffieldeats
Sheffield, UK2,061 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
We had never heard of this place before stumbling across it, and feel we really only scratched the surface- visited the museum, a restaurant and walked up off the beaten track, but did not want to intrude on peoples’ lives/space. There are clearly lots of people living up there for whatever reason, in what must be quite tough conditions ( sanitation certainly), so good luck to them and the community they feel part of.
Written May 17, 2022
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Turista-Inglesa
Estepona, Spain30,924 contributions
Apr 2013 • Friends
Scruffy, tourist tat, tourist trap. Give it a wide berth. And keep a firm hand on your bag or wallet - the police warned us about pickpockets in the crowded areas.
Written May 11, 2013
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O M E R
Greater London, UK1,697 contributions
Nov 2018 • Family
Sacromonte is the place where Granada's gypsy community resides. The place is in the hills of Granada and, as i heard, offers some of the best flamenco shows in evenings. As, i went there in the morning, it was relatively quiet but i really enjoyed scenic views from the top of the hill. Sacromonte can be accessed using a bus from Plaza Nueva, on a roughly 15 miniutes journey.
Written March 9, 2019
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FTMDave
Adria, Italy6,738 contributions
Aug 2020
Sacromonte has a different atmosphere to the rest of Granada, although it's perfectly possible to walk from the centre as I did. The traditional gypsy area, on a hill with cobbled streets and whitewashed houses, some cut into the rock.
Written September 6, 2020
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phoebestravels
Sydney, Australia9 contributions
This is the worse tourist experience I have ever had. 25euro per person for a short bus ride from Granada centre to Sacromonte, followed by atrocious flamenco, a cheap drink and a bus ride back. My friends and I agreed that we have never seen such a pathetic dance performance and felt like the audience had been treated as a joke. At the very least, the "dancers" could have stayed in costume until the bus left. Instead, they changed into shorts and top as soon as the performance finished and, puffing on cigarettes, looked as though they couldn't wait for us to go.
If you want to see professional flamenco, catch the flamenco version of Carmen by Bizet in Madrid while it lasts (15euro per person).
Written September 3, 2009
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