Popular places to visit
Alhambra
After visiting Alhambra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Granada. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Granada Cathedral
A masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, this cathedral is known for its stunning chapels, art collection and as the resting place of a revered queen.
Plaza Nueva
Situated beneath the Alhambra is Granada’s main square, a spacious public plaza known for its cafés, bars and views which span the city’s rich history.
Mirador de San Nicolas
One of the most popular hilltop lookouts in Spain offers incredible views of the city of Granada, the Alhambra and the mountainous landscape beyond.
Calle Gran Via de Colon
During your trip to Granada, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Generalife
The palatial summer retreat of the Alhambra is one of the world’s great gardens and a fascinating window into the lives and loves of Granada’s Moorish rulers.
Things to do
Skip The Line Alhambra and Generalife Guided Tour
Alhambra and Generalife Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guide
Alhambra Complete: Ticket Skip-the-Line Nasrid Palace and Generalife with Guide
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Flamenco Show in a Cave Restaurant in Granada
Alhambra & Generalife Guided Tour
Top hotels in Genil
Hotel Macià Real de La Alhambra
Clean room. Has extra pillows and blankets. There was no tea setup in the room. Would have appreciated a kettle. Other than that everything was good.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Saray Hotel
Excelentes habitaciones y personal muy amable. Cada vez que voy a Granada intento quedarme en este mismo hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Abades Nevada Palace
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
Staff was courteous. Place was clean. Complete breakfast. Great location.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Alhambra Palace Hotel
This hotel is magnificent. Room is big and clean. Staff are friendly and take care of everything smoothly. It’s a walking distance to the Alhambra.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Granada Center
Modern hotel, very clean room, friendly, helpful staff in good location for sites.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Genil
Carretera de la Sierra
Carretera de la Sierra might not have many top sights, but Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Serrallo Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Realejo-San Matias
While visiting Realejo-San Matias, you might make a stop by sights like Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Carrera del Darro.
Lancha del Genil
While Lancha del Genil may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aquaola and Carmen de los Martires Gardens.
Cervantes
While there might not be top attractions in Cervantes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Granada Exhibition and Conference Centre and Carmen de los Martires Gardens.
Castaño Mirasierra
When in Castaño Mirasierra, you can plan a visit to Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes and Serrallo Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Carrera del Darro and Plaza Nueva are top sights worth seeing.
