The official address for the Alhambra is:
C. Real de la Alhambra, s/n, Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain
The Alhambra is on top of a hill and visitors can reach it by car and park near the entrance. There are also buses that get close to the entrance, and it's possible to reach it by walking as well.
Walking to the Alhambra offers the most scenic and historically rich experience. The most popular route begins at Plaza Nueva and follows Cuesta de Gomérez for approximately 1,150 meters.
This path leads visitors through the Gate of the Pomegranates (Puerta de las Granadas), built around 1536 under Charles V's orders. The gate marks the entrance to the tree-lined avenues surrounding the Alhambra complex.
The walk involves an 800-meter climb with slopes ranging from 6% to 23%. Most visitors complete this journey in 15-20 minutes, depending on their pace and stops for photos.
An alternative walking route follows Cuesta del Rey Chico from Paseo de los Tristes. This path covers 860 meters and offers a more romantic atmosphere with views of the fortress walls and hillside vegetation.
Granada operates several bus routes serving the Alhambra, with fares typically under €2 each way. The C30 route connects the Alhambra directly to the city center, making frequent stops throughout the day.
Additional routes include the C32 linking the Alhambra to Albaicín and the C35 serving various neighborhoods. These red minibuses operate on regular schedules and provide convenient access for visitors carrying heavy bags or those preferring not to walk uphill.
Bus stops near the Alhambra are located close to the main entrance and ticket office. Visitors can check current timetables and route maps through the local transport company's website.
Visitors driving to Granada can access the Alhambra via the A-92 highway and Granada's ring road. From Granada airport, travelers should take the A-92 to the ring road, then exit at Ronda Sur (Exit 132) and follow Exit 5-A Alhambra.
The Alhambra maintains its own 500-space parking facility that operates 24 hours daily with security. Parking costs €2.35 per hour, and the facility includes four distinct zones.
The parking area closest to the Entrance Pavilion fills first, as it provides the shortest walking distance to ticket offices and the Generalife entrance. The first zone accommodates buses and caravans.
Visitors should follow road signs marked "Alhambra (Ronda Sur)" when approaching from Granada's southern ring road. The parking facility includes convenient locker storage for personal belongings during visits.
