It is the most famous district of the city, because you can see from the Alhambra. It’s World Heritage Site since 1984. It’s located on the other side of River Darro, opposite the Alhambra. First we saw it from the bastion, but later we could visit it. We walked back to the past in narrow streets, among old houses, in romantic squares.

While attempting to find the Mirador de San Nicolas we happened upon this area and found the winding streets, steps, architecture and general views to be fantastic. After visiting the referenced mirador, we ventured back down another side and were welcomed with well lite streets and beautiful views of the city down below. Definitely worth walking around and through the Albayzin to get a feel for how it was centuries ago.

Had a great day out visiting Albayzin. Only the two of us on the tour as others had been delayed. Our guide (sorry forgotten his name but he was from Cuba) was very informative advised us regarding the history of Albayzin and made restaurant recommendations as we went around the area

Our bedroom looked over the street and had two balconies. On arrival with the doors thrown open the afternoon sun shone in, along with the chatter from the small shops below clustered together like a "souk" and the distinct aroma of Middle Eastern food.  Tempted to explore further we ventured out on a spontaneous walk of these old cobbled streets where traffic is restricted to early morning deliveries and the odd taxi. There are many tourist shops which to be honest blend in together after a while but equally some beautiful narrow streets that just invite further exploration. It’s hard not to imagine days of old when these streets would have been teeming with merchants and townsfolk all going about their business. The old city walls can also be found in this area along with the Mirador de San Nicolas which is a view not to be missed.

On our recent trip to Granada, our two family couples visited the Albaicín, aka Albayzín, a hillside neighborhood located on the north side of the Darro River which passes through the city. It is noted for its historic monuments and 13th to 15th century medieval street plan, which considering the multiple centuries passed, hasn't changed too much. In 1994, it became a World Heritage Site, an extension of the historic site of the nearby Alhambra. A fascinating historic site.

We were lucky enough to be staying in this area which is on the hillside opposite the Alhambra. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and full of narrow cobbled streets, old houses and churches and you will find lots of restaurants and some tourist shops nearer to the city centre. There are lots of gardens that you can see through railings and this is where you will find the Mirador de San Nicolas from which you can get a fantastic view of the Alhambra. It's a steep climb to the top but well worth it.