The old quarter is quite atmospheric with the white washed houses, narrow cobbled streets and lovely views of the town and the Alhambra on the other side of the valley. Well worth a visit to have a wander around. Do come with moderated expectations, after a while the streets will start to look the same, so there is little to... More

The Albayzin is hyped in most of the tourist literature and, as stated by one of the residents in the area, as "some of the most beautiful streets in Europe". The area is historic with windy little streets paved with rocks and that go up and down the hills near the Alhambra. The rocky paving is really hard to walk... More

You have to visit this area if you are in Granada enjoy the cobbled narrow streets but don't get ripped off in the tea houses, 3 coffees 2 teas and 6 (tiny) cakes 45 Euros! Return to the traditional Spanish bars.

Amazing views from the tower of all around the city. Great place to take photos of city. Did not like number of steps to climb.

must visit otherwise you haven't seen and experienced the real Granada but beware of pickpockets - alwayshold on to your handbags as in all other cities as these people are very clever.

Wow this place is amazing. You can spend and entire day walking thru the historic streets. Plazas everywhere with bars and restaurants. The views over the city are amazing.

Albayzin is the old Moorish section of Granada, hugging a hillside and crowned by a small church (built on the foundation of an ancient mosque), with an attractive new mosque right next door whose charming gardens can be visited after 6 p.m. It may be best to take a small bus (no. 31, if I am not mistaken) that takes... More

Contracted a private guide - Miguel Angel - who knew everything about Albayzin and arab culture in Granada.

Really unspoilt area. Excellent for soaking up the atmosphere. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes. Plenty of little historic squares where you can get bottled water etc. A view round every other corner.