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Popular places to visit
Alhambra
After visiting Alhambra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Granada. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Granada Cathedral
A masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, this cathedral is known for its stunning chapels, art collection and as the resting place of a revered queen.
Plaza Nueva
Situated beneath the Alhambra is Granada’s main square, a spacious public plaza known for its cafés, bars and views which span the city’s rich history.
Calle Gran Via de Colon
During your trip to Granada, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Generalife
The palatial summer retreat of the Alhambra is one of the world’s great gardens and a fascinating window into the lives and loves of Granada’s Moorish rulers.
Mirador de San Nicolas
One of the most popular hilltop lookouts in Spain offers incredible views of the city of Granada, the Alhambra and the mountainous landscape beyond.
Things to do
Alhambra Complete: Ticket Skip-the-Line Nasrid Palace and Generalife with Guide
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Traditional Flamenco Show at Tablao Casa Ana
Flamenco Show in a Cave Restaurant in Granada
Alhambra and Generalife Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guide
Top hotels in Carretera de la Sierra
Hotel Macià Real de La Alhambra
Very helpful staff. Large room and everything was very clean. Parking was very easy in the underground garage.
Reviewed on 23 Oct, 2025
Hotel Granada Center
Everything was nice and clean also staff were really friendly and helpful only down size is there hotel car park its very tight space to move your car around when u are to trying to park or leave from the car park other then that hotel its really lovely and great location also
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
We really liked it.
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Saray Hotel
Staff were very nice and helpful, the place was located right on the bus line and fairly close to the metro, and there were some great dining options all within walking distance. We were very happy at Saray.
Reviewed on 3 Oct, 2025
Alhambra Palace Hotel
Great option for visiting Alhambra
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Melia Granada Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carretera de la Sierra
Realejo-San Matias
While visiting Realejo-San Matias, you might make a stop by sights like Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Carrera del Darro.
Genil
Genil is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Serrallo Plaza and World Active Sports S.L. while you're in town.
Cervantes
While there might not be top attractions in Cervantes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Granada Exhibition and Conference Centre and Carmen de los Martires Gardens.
Sacromonte
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Sacromonte. You might want to make time for a stop at Carmen de la Victoria or Sacromonte Abbey.
Castaño Mirasierra
When in Castaño Mirasierra, you can plan a visit to Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes and Serrallo Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Carmen de la Victoria and Carrera del Darro are top sights worth seeing.
