Nasrid Palaces
Nasrid Palaces
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- JackOld Bethpage, New York3,390 contributionsGorgeous display of old Islamic architecture. Full of gardens and pools!The palace is a beautiful display of 13th century Islamic architecture and design. There are numerous arches, gardens, and pools along with amazing views. The Nasirid palaces are not to be missed and are a must on your tour of the Alhambra. I highly recommend visiting!Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 4 January 2024
- WanderingSpritiChicago, Illinois267 contributionsNOT TO BE MISSED!Wow is the word that comes to mind first! Nasrid palace is where the beauty of Alhambra shines IMO! The intricate carving , the imagery and the sheer grandeur of the palace just takes your breath away! It can also get a bit "too much" after a while - so pace yourself. The tours of Alahmbra need to have specific ticket for Nasrid palace and it is a timed entry. So when you book, make sure you ensure Nasrid Palace is included and specifically mentioned in the ticket. It is a lot of walking on incline so beware!Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 April 2024
- R K LSeattle, Washington3,777 contributionsBeyond magnificent...The Nasrid Palaces complex encompassed three independent areas...The Mexuar, Comares Palace and Palace of the Lions. Rather than attempt to detail our experience in writing, we have instead chosen to provide a few photos with appropriate captions. Pictures cannot do the palaces justice, as there are simply not enough superlatives to describe them. We found the Nasrid Palaces of the Alhambra stunning, beautiful and beyond magnificent. This preserved jewel of Islamic history and heritage in Spain should be on everyone's bucket list.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 May 2024
- Raintree_ThailandBangkok, Thailand4,288 contributionsEquisite detail and beauty!!The Nasrid Palaces (Mexuar, Comares Palace and Palace of the Lions) are the highlight of the Alhambra. They are stunningly beautiful and not to be missed. A grand display of Moorish architecture, Islamic calligraphy, stucco, tiles, and carved wooden features. The Moorish palace style incorporated courtyards with fountains and/or gardens surrounded by living and function rooms. The lavish design of the Nasrid Palaces is unmatched in Moorish architecture. Unfortunately, the popularity of the Alhambra means you could very well miss them if you don't book well in advance. They sell "only" 8,600 tickets for each day, and the tickets sell out every day! Book in advance!Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 June 2024
- GAR917 contributionsThe highlight of the AlhambraThere are many interesting sights at the Alhambra, but the Nasrid Palaces are definitely the highlight. Bear in mind that the time on your Alhambra ticket is what time you’re entering the Nasrid Palaces, so allow plenty of time. The Palaces are spectacular. We spent an hour walking around. It can get crowded, even though we chose the first slot of the day, and unfortunately some visitors are very selfish when trying to take photographs. But not even they can ruin the experience of seeing the majesty of these palaces up closeVisited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 2 August 2024
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James Z
Nottingham, UK3 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Make sure to arrive early at the palace entrance (not the whole complex), we arrived 2 minutes late after getting lost and arriving 1 hour in advance at the park entrance and they didn’t let us in, went to customer service and they told us there was nothing we could do and they apologised and told us that if we arrived 4 minutes early we would’ve got in.
He advised us that we should have skipped the queue (we arrived a bit later because we were politely waiting in the queue). Very disappointed, not going to wait for queues anymore and apparently being loud and skipping queues is the thing to do in the future.
He advised us that we should have skipped the queue (we arrived a bit later because we were politely waiting in the queue). Very disappointed, not going to wait for queues anymore and apparently being loud and skipping queues is the thing to do in the future.
Written 3 March 2020
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Rita A
Paco de Arcos, Portugal990 contributions
Aug 2021
The Alhambra itself is free to wander around but the Nasrid Palaces and Alcazaba require tickets. They are available online 3 months before the day you want to visit. Don’t hesitate in purchasing one. Enter the site at the Justice Gate (puerta de la justicia). Bus #C32 will drop you off at this gate. Once you enter the open plaza and go past the restrooms, turn left and enter the lineup no more than 15 minutes before your designated time. Bring your I.D.or Passport as we were asked for our I.D.s upon entering a few of inside attractions.
Generalife" is unmissable and was appointed by UNESCO, in 1984, as World Heritage Site. How can you dare to miss it? Enjoy!
Generalife" is unmissable and was appointed by UNESCO, in 1984, as World Heritage Site. How can you dare to miss it? Enjoy!
Written 12 September 2021
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stinkwink
Sydney, Australia7,254 contributions
Sept 2019
In 2017 we already visited Alhambra but weren't able to get a ticket for the Nasrid Palaces. Now, two years later on, we tried again, and it was nearly the second failure. When long months ago the planned holiday in Granada I wanted to buy the ticket to this desired place, the only availability was Nasrid Palaces Private Guided Tour with Tickets
Operator: Granada Tours a Pie. 110 euro per person. You can imagine my feelings. Since I'm writing this review, obviously I paid the 220 euros. We had a guide only for the two of us, and this ticket included the Alcazaba and the Generalife as well. Our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable, and told us interesting stories as well. It was a delightful 3 hours, but still, I would prefer something less fancy but for 20% of this money. The Nasrid Palaces were as extraordinary as I expected. Every minute more and more miracles were greeting us. The hall of the two sisters with its stunning ceiling, the Tower of the ladies with its reflecting pool, the Hall of the Kings (Sala de los Reyes) with its painted ceiling, there are so many uniquely beautiful places, and then I didn't even mention the Court of the Lions. Also when a water channel ran with small splashing water rays, in the middle of the yard and two colored flower beds on both sides. The Nasrid Palaces are offering so many pleasures to the eye, that at the end you feel, that you can't consume anymore.
Operator: Granada Tours a Pie. 110 euro per person. You can imagine my feelings. Since I'm writing this review, obviously I paid the 220 euros. We had a guide only for the two of us, and this ticket included the Alcazaba and the Generalife as well. Our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable, and told us interesting stories as well. It was a delightful 3 hours, but still, I would prefer something less fancy but for 20% of this money. The Nasrid Palaces were as extraordinary as I expected. Every minute more and more miracles were greeting us. The hall of the two sisters with its stunning ceiling, the Tower of the ladies with its reflecting pool, the Hall of the Kings (Sala de los Reyes) with its painted ceiling, there are so many uniquely beautiful places, and then I didn't even mention the Court of the Lions. Also when a water channel ran with small splashing water rays, in the middle of the yard and two colored flower beds on both sides. The Nasrid Palaces are offering so many pleasures to the eye, that at the end you feel, that you can't consume anymore.
Written 22 August 2020
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Amanda Freeman
Dublin, Ireland63 contributions
Jan 2020
It is a most see if you are visiting Granada. The downside is there is no signage instructing you where to go when you arrive in the Alhambra and some of the staff have little understanding of English and even with my attempts to Spanish, my husband and I ended up walking around without a audio guide and didn't really know much about what we were seeing. So I would recommend visitors to go for a guided tour or read about it before visiting.
Written 25 January 2020
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FTMDave
Adria, Italy7,625 contributions
Aug 2020
I am, modestly, an experienced traveller, but I'm thinking that the "Palacios Nazaríes" (Nasrid Palaces) may be the most beautiful building I've ever seen. There is room after fountain after courtyard after garden of the most stunning and detailed Moorish architecture.
Book your tickets before on-line and respect your entrance time as only a limited number of people are allowed inside at once, something which has become even more important in COVID times. Also bring I.D., they photograph it, I assume in case of track & trace necessity.
Book your tickets before on-line and respect your entrance time as only a limited number of people are allowed inside at once, something which has become even more important in COVID times. Also bring I.D., they photograph it, I assume in case of track & trace necessity.
Written 5 September 2020
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sandra n
Sun City, AZ1,240 contributions
Sept 2019
For architectural lovers, the details of this Islamic artistry is so beautiful, it is simply exquisite. The details are to be savored nicely, up close is wonderful. The rooms are empty, which is not great, but the artistry makes up for that. That way, you are not distracted by anything else and can fully enjoy the best that is there. Definitely, the heart of Alhambra!
Written 1 February 2020
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Stu_L0nd0n
London, UK77 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
So glad we booked tickets well in advance of our trip .... and so glad we double checked at the entrance about when/where our tickets were valid to enter the Nasrid Palace part of the Alhambra as the initial explanation was a little misleading and would have meant we missed our slot. However, the palace was a truly magical place, full of such beautiful detail that was breathtaking. Unmissable!
Written 15 March 2020
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RamblinRoes
Media, PA217 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a lovely experience and it deserves all the praise it receives. Make sure you book your timed entry well in advance. Also recommend getting first entry of the day when it is at its most peaceful and you can really soak in the atmosphere. Be sure to arrive well ahead of your entry time at the correct gate and bring your passport as they check upon entry. Once you're inside you can spend as much time as you like before seeing the rest of the grounds.
Written 3 April 2023
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staledale
1,428 contributions
Oct 2019
Purchase your ticket ahead of time, and bring your passport as we were asked for our passports upon entering a few of the inside attractions. We spent 6-6.5 hours total, and the walking was worth all the incredible views, architecture and history. Too much to describe; you simply have to experience it. Awesome!
Written 22 February 2020
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom11,160 contributions
Feb 2020
The Nasrid palaces are the star attraction at the Alhambra complex. These are a series of connected palaces, courtyards, pools and gardens that were built by the Moors in the 13th and 14th centuries. There is so much to see when you visit the site that it can be overwhelming. You can spend hours here. We spent most of the day and left with sensory overload.
Entry to the Nasrid palaces is via timed slots, which you select when you book your ticket. Do not miss your time slot. I can’t emphasise that enough. We met a couple during the day who had been late for their slot and missed out altogether. None of the other areas (Generalife, Alcazabar etc) have timed entry so I’d recommend doing the Nasrid Palaces first. This allows you to take as much time as you like inside the palaces and then you can wander around everything else afterwards with no time constraints.
Inside is a labyrinth but you have to follow the one-way path through the complex, so this helps. The path takes you through the following route:
i) Enter through the Mexuar. This is the oldest but plainest section where the Sultan received members of the public, administered state affairs and handed out justice.
ii) Next you come to the Comares Palace, where the throne room was located. Visiting dignitaries were received here. The highlights are the Ambassadors’ Hall with its stunning celestial ceiling and the Courtyard of the Myrtles, a bright, open and serenely beautiful space with a long reflection pool running down the middle.
iii) Next is the Palace of the Lions, the private living area of the royal family. Highlights include the stunning central colonnaded courtyard and lion fountain and the stalactite domes of the Hall of the Abencerrajes and the Hall of Two Sisters
iv) From here you exit past the Baths and into the Partal Gardens
Throughout the palace, geometrically patterned, multi-coloured tiles (azulejos) capture the eye and the walls are covered in ivory coloured stucco plaster, carved with line after line of poetic Arabic inscriptions, quotes from the Koran, and praises to God. It really is as beautiful as it sounds and is unmissable.
Entry to the Nasrid palaces is via timed slots, which you select when you book your ticket. Do not miss your time slot. I can’t emphasise that enough. We met a couple during the day who had been late for their slot and missed out altogether. None of the other areas (Generalife, Alcazabar etc) have timed entry so I’d recommend doing the Nasrid Palaces first. This allows you to take as much time as you like inside the palaces and then you can wander around everything else afterwards with no time constraints.
Inside is a labyrinth but you have to follow the one-way path through the complex, so this helps. The path takes you through the following route:
i) Enter through the Mexuar. This is the oldest but plainest section where the Sultan received members of the public, administered state affairs and handed out justice.
ii) Next you come to the Comares Palace, where the throne room was located. Visiting dignitaries were received here. The highlights are the Ambassadors’ Hall with its stunning celestial ceiling and the Courtyard of the Myrtles, a bright, open and serenely beautiful space with a long reflection pool running down the middle.
iii) Next is the Palace of the Lions, the private living area of the royal family. Highlights include the stunning central colonnaded courtyard and lion fountain and the stalactite domes of the Hall of the Abencerrajes and the Hall of Two Sisters
iv) From here you exit past the Baths and into the Partal Gardens
Throughout the palace, geometrically patterned, multi-coloured tiles (azulejos) capture the eye and the walls are covered in ivory coloured stucco plaster, carved with line after line of poetic Arabic inscriptions, quotes from the Koran, and praises to God. It really is as beautiful as it sounds and is unmissable.
Written 12 January 2021
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I have a ticket for a guided tour on Oct 14th but it does not include the Nasrid Palace, they are unavailable online. Is it possible to get tickets the day of or will more open up sometime in the next couple of weeks?
Written 24 September 2023
My ticket for a guided tour on Oct 14 does not include the Nasrid Palace. There are no tickets available online, will tickets open up closer to the date?
Written 24 September 2023
Is this open on a Monday and Alhambra
Written 19 June 2022
I think it's open on Monday, best thing is to check online, best to check their website when booking a visit. Make sure to book in advance, or you will not get a space.
They're strict with your session at Nasrid Palaces, anywhere else you can go anytime during the day I think.
Written 22 June 2022
Hi,
I am going to Granada during Christmas. The ticket of Nasrid palace has already run out upon checking this morning.
I m wondering whether it’s possible to buy it at the ticket office ? I have booked a guided tour for other parts of the Al hambra but the place is excluded. Just wondering whether the palace is worth visiting.
Written 8 December 2019
I would go with what everyone else said. How did it work out? Did you get tickets?
Written 15 January 2020
Will a night visit to the palace be cold in early March? Are a majority of the must see sights outside? Also, what is the earliest cue time for the night visit?
Written 28 November 2019
We went during the day, however most of the impressive stuff is indeed inside. As to the temperature, no idea I’m afraid.
Written 6 December 2019
Ho comprato i biglietti online dal sito ufficiale a 14€. Posso entrare direttamente o devo cambiarli in biglietteria? Da quale parte mi conviene entrare se voglio prima visitare il palazzo nasridi? Grazie
Written 14 June 2019
La porta più vicina ai Palazzi Nasridi è Puerta de la Justicia.
Noi avevamo il biglietto con visita serale si palazzi ed il giorno dopo al resto, per cui la sera siamo entrati da Puerta de la Justicia mentre il giorno dopo dall’ingresso principale (quello più in alto).
I biglietti che stampi sono già definitivi e non necessitano di conversione. Buona visita.
Written 15 June 2019
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