The Alhambra Opening Hours, Visit Duration and Ideal Visit Times, Year 2025
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In this map, you can see the three entrances to the Alhambra and the location of the ticket offices.
These are the types of visits available, please check which one matches your ticket:
- Alhambra General: includes everything.
- Generalife and Alcazaba: does not include the Nasrid Palaces.
- Nasrid Palaces Night Visit: only the Nasrid Palaces at night.
- Generalife Night Visit: only gardens without the Nasrid Palaces
- Alhambra Experiences: the Generalife daytime + the Nasrid Palaces at night.
- Dobla de Oro: includes everything + more monuments.
Answers to common questions about the Alhambra's opening hours can also be found at the bottom of the page ↓↓
1. Alhambra General, Daytime Visit - Opening Hours
15 October - 31 March
1 April - 14 October
Visiting Days
from 8:30 to 18:00
from 8:30 to 20:00
Ticket Office
from 08:00 to 18:00
from 08:00 to 20:00
- It’s open daily. Includes the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife and Alcazaba.
- There is no need to collect tickets at the ticket office unless it's a discounted or free ticket.
- You can enter the Alhambra at any time showing your printed ticket, but you must enter the Nasrid Palaces (one part of the Alhambra) at the time shown on your ticket.
- These opening hours also apply to Dobla de Oro daytime visit.
2. Generalife and Alcazaba, Daytime Visit - Opening Hours
15 October - 31 March
1 April - 14 October
Opening Hours
from 8:30 to 18:00
from 8:30 to 20:00
Ticket Office
from 08:00 to 18:00
from 08:00 to 20:00
- This visit includes the Alcazaba, the Gardens and Palaces of the Generalife. It does not include Nasrid Palaces.
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3. Nasrid Palaces, Night Visit - Opening Hours
15 October - 31 March
1 April - 14 October
Visiting Days
Friday and Saturdays
Tuesday to Saturday
Opening Hours
from 20:00 to 21:30
from 22:00 to 23:30
Ticket Office
from 19:00 to 20:45
from 21:00 to 22:45
- Only includes the Nasrid Palaces, does not include the Generalife and Alcazaba.
- The itinerary starts at the Alhambra entrance where the ticket office is located.
- The visit duration is approximately 1.5 hours.
- These opening hours also apply to Alhambra Experiences and Dobla de Oro nighttime visit.
4. Generalife Night Visit - Opening Hours
1 April - 31 May
1 Sep - 14 Oct
15 Oct - 14 Nov
Visiting Days
Tuesday to Saturday
Tuesday to Saturday
Friday and Saturday
Opening Hours
from 22:00 to 23:30
from 22:00 to 23:30
from 20:00 to 21:30
Ticket Office
from 21:00 to 22:45
from 21:00 to 22:45
from 19:00 to 20:45
- This visit includes ONLY the Generalife, unlike the daytime visit which includes the entrance to the Alcazaba.
- This visit is not available from November 15 to March 31.
5. Alhambra Experiences - Opening Hours
The Alhambra Experiences is Generalife Daytime Visit + Nasrid Palaces, Night Visit.Generalife Daytime Visit
1 April - 31 May
1 Sep - 14 Oct
15 Oct - 14 Nov
Visiting Days
Tuesday to Saturday
Tuesday to Saturday
Friday and Saturday
Opening Hours
from 22:00 to 23:30
from 22:00 to 23:30
from 20:00 to 21:30
Ticket Office
from 21:00 to 22:45
from 21:00 to 22:45
from 19:00 to 20:45
Nasrid Palaces, Night Visit
15 October - 31 March
1 April - 14 October
Visiting Days
Friday and Saturdays
Tuesday to Saturday
Opening Hours
from 20:00 to 21:30
from 22:00 to 23:30
Ticket Office
from 19:00 to 20:45
from 21:00 to 22:45
6. Dobla de Oro
The Dobla de Oro includes the daytime visit to the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife.
15 October - 31 March
1 April - 14 October
Opening Hours
from 8:30 to 18:00
from 8:30 to 20:00
Ticket Office
from 08:00 to 18:00
from 08:00 to 20:00
FAQ - Opening Hours, Best Time and Day to Visit
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When should I enter the Alhambra?
You can access the Alhambra from 08:30 and stay there as long as you wish.
Closing time: 17:00 (winter) or 19:00 (summer).
The most important thing to take into account to plan your visit properly is the Nasrid Palaces entry time that appears on your ticket.
You should arrive to the Alhambra at least 30 minutes before, since it takes around 20 mins to walk from the Alhambra main gate to the Nasrid Palaces. This is very important, since you want be able to see these palaces if you arrive late.
What is the best day to visit the Alhambra?
The Alhambra is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Europe, therefore it is always
busy and tickets sold out quickly.
It is advisable to avoid high season (summertime) and Bank Holidays if possible. Is the Alhambra open all year round?
Yes, the Alhambra is open all year round. It only closes on 31 December and 1 January.
Is the Alhambra open on Sunday?
Yes, the Alhambra is open everyday.
How long does it take to visit the Alhambra?
Normally, it takes between 3 and 5 hours to see the entire Alhambra complex. Many people spend all day; it depends on how fast you want to see things.
Take into account that you will have to walk about 2 miles (3-4 km) and the itinerary includes many steps.
What is the best time to visit the Nasrid Palaces?
The Nasrid Palaces are the Alhambra's jewel. Remember that during the booking process, you will have to choose a time slot to visit them.If you do not mind waking up early, book your visit to the Nasrid Palaces first thing in the morning, so you can see the rest of the complex relaxed and without any rush.
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