Mirador de San Nicolás in Granada - Spectacular Views of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada


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The Mirador is located in the Albayzin neighbourhood and is famous for the charm of its surroundings, its cobbled streets, white houses, tapas bars, and its people.
Just next to the viewpoint is the Church of San Nicolás of 1525 in the Mudejar and Gothic style, built on a mosque like many other churches in Granada.

At present the church is closed for restoration. It forms an inseparable part of the viewpoint of San Nicolás and no doubt it shall be preserved for generations.
The Mirador de San Nicolás can be very crowded, especially at sunset and at weekends.
How to Get to the Mirador de San Nicolás?
You can get to the Mirador de San Nicolás from Plaza Isabel Católica in the small 'microbus' (Alhambra Bus) route C31 and C32 that go to the Albayzin.
Start at Plaza Nueva, walk along the Paseo de los Tristes, Cuesta del Chapiz, and turn left when you reach the Church of El Salvador, and then keep going along the Carril de las Tomasas.
Where to Eat at the Mirador de San Nicolás?
There are several places where you can eat well at the Mirador de San Nicolás. Some offer magnificent views of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.
If you have already enjoyed the views of the Alhambra and want to spend less, there are some restaurants about 50 metres from the viewpoint which have no views but offer good, inexpensive food.
Some restaurants near the Mirador de San Nicolás:
Restaurant Balcón de San Nicolás

Some of their dishes: Fried squid - 18 euros, gilthead fish - 18 euros, seafood and vegetables - 25 euros, Cod Gitano - 25 euros, beer and soft drinks - 2.50 euros.
Restaurant Huerto de Juan Ranas
Another restaurant with great views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada, from where you can also see almost all of Granada.
The terrace is larger than the Balcón de San Nicolás; it has about 20 tables. There is usually a queue to enter. It is located below the Mirador de San Nicolás, slightly to the left.
Two completely different menus exist for the terrace and the interior hall. A special menu for groups is also available. Prices for main courses are around 22-26 euros, for example: Rabo de Toro - 22 euros.
Restaurant Estrellas de San Nicolás
It has a terrace overlooking the Alhambra, also tables behind the restaurant, but with no view.
Apart from the menu (carta), they have a three-course daily menu (menu del día), which costs 21 euros. You can choose between three starters, three main courses and three desserts.
In comparison, the price of a similar daily menu in the centre of Granada is around 10-15 euros.
Some of their dishes: Salmorejo (tomato and bread purée) - 10.50 euros, goat's cheese salad - 12.50 euros, aubergines with honey - 11.50 euros, Tuna Tartar - 19.50 euros.
Bar Kiki and Restaurant el Mirador

They do not have views, but the prices are quite reasonable compared with other restaurants in the area.
There is a good atmosphere, with typical dishes and tapas from Granada, and lots of people. Here you can eat good fish or rice.
Some of their dishes:
Restaurant el Mirador: Fried squid – 9.50 euros, beef sirloin - 14.50 euros, fried anchovies – 8.90 euros, Caesar salad - 6.50 euros, Salmorejo – 4.50 euros.
Kiki: Fried squid - 10 euros, fried anchovies - 10 euros, Cazón: 10 euros, various fried fish: 16 euros.
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Opinions about Mirador de San Nicolas in Granada
Overcrowded

The view is awesome, but I found the place too crowded and noisy. I couldn't enjoy it. However, I really enjoyed walking in the surrounding area. It´s charming and much more quiet.
