Chapiz House in Granada - Casa del Chapiz History and Information

At the end of the Paseo de los Tristes, if you turn left and walk up the Cuesta del Chapiz, where the Camino del Sacromonte begins, you will find two 14th century Moorish houses that are well worth a visit.


This is the Casa del Chapiz (Chapiz House), the most important Moorish house in the Albaicín.

They belonged to two individuals who converted to Christianity, known as New Christians, following the city's conquest.

The name of the house is derived from them: the Moors Lorenzo 'el Chapiz' and Hernando López 'el Ferí'.

It is believed that some elements of these houses come from the ancient Arab Dar al Bayda palace, such as the arch that connects the two houses.

In the first house, there is a wonderful courtyard with galleries supported by Doric marble columns and pillars. The arches that lead to the different rooms are beautiful.

The second house is even more beautiful and interesting. The villa features a semi-enclosed open courtyard where the visitor can enjoy breathtaking views: the Alhambra rises imposingly and the Darro Valley runs at its feet.

The water lilies in the central pond and the elegant main portico give the visitor a sense of peace and harmony.

The upper floor cannot be visited, as this house now serves as the headquarters of the Granada School of Arabic Studies, which belongs to the Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC) and is dedicated to the study of Andalusian history and texts, archaeology and architecture of the time.

Fortunately, the Casa del Chapiz was acquired by the State in 1932 and restored to prevent its disappearance.

Entrance Fee

The entrance price is 2 euros. If you have purchased the package called Dobla de Oro, your visit is included.

Opening Hours of the Casa del Chapiz

From September 15 to April 30: Monday to Sunday 10:00-17:00.

The Chapiz House is open from May 1 to September 14, Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 to 14:30 and 17:00 to 20:30.

Contact Information and How to Get There

You can get to the Casa del Chapiz by Alhambra Bus: routes C31, C32 and C34, the 'Peso de la Harina', ths bus stop is just after the Paseo de los Tristes.

Telephone: 958 222 290.

Address: Cuesta del Chapiz 22, Granada 18009 (near Paseo de los Tristes).

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