The Generalife of Granada - History, Prices, Opening Hours of Gardens

The Generalife of Granada are the only example of Arab art which gives us an approximate idea of how these gardens used to be, where the Arab spirit, in all its sensually instinctive and improvised construction, was finally carried away...

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History of Generalife

The name 'Generalife' means 'garden of the architect'. The Generalife is located on the hill Cerro del Sol, adjacent to the Alhambra. Originally it was most probably an architect's house that later passed to the Arab kings and was remodelled.

The Generalife is composed of a series of large gardens, where every corner holds a novelty and a pleasant surprise for the eyes, with a minimum of obtrusive buildings.

Some buildings within the Generalife are 'parasitic' structures, the work of later Christian hands, such as the West Gallery in the eastern part of the gardens, and two levels that rise at the northern headwall.

The Patio is the true heart of the Generalife. Here, Arab sensuality becomes sparse yet spiritual.

The most beautiful and striking features in the Generalife gardens are the plants, the water with its continuous interplay with light, and its sounds.

Generalife Entrance Prices

General admission (Alhambra included): 13,00 euros.
Gardens only: 6,00 euros.
Children under 12 years old and disabled: free.
Over 65 years: 7,00 euros.

Generalife Opening Hours

November-February: Monday-Sunday: 08:30-18:00 h.
March-October: Monday-Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00 h.

We Answer Your Questions On Generalife

I wanted to know the street that would take me to the Alhambra?

The Alhambra is accessed by the Cuesta de Gomerez, starting at the Plaza Nueva.

I have Generalife entry from 14:00 h to 18:00 h. Can I access at any time within that time or has to be at 14:00?

You can enter the Generalife Gardens at any time (if you do not visit Nazaris Palaces).

How much time I would need to see the Generalife?

1-2 hours is enough to see the gardens.