Typical and authentic neighborhood. Numerous alleys, dead ends, staircases, a maze of cobblestones which lead us to viewpoints. The view is exceptional over the Alhambra and the roofs of Granada. Charming neighborhood. Be careful, it goes uphill and there are a lot of pebble passages.

A must see ! Old Arab quarter, all up, down or facing the Alhambra, with white houses and narrow streets, built on a hillside...it's simply magnificent! Some taxis refuse to go there in these narrow streets. We stayed at the bnb hotel APARTAMENTOS ALHAMBRA located on the way to the Saint Nicolas viewpoint, and which offers a Rooftop facing the Alhambra, it's superb! You can also have breakfast there.

Whether you arrive from Darro, the historic center or from Sacromonte, the essence of the neighborhood is getting lost in its little streets. Discover its little squares and viewpoints such as Carbajales, San Cristóbal or the famous San Nicolas viewpoint, get to know its carmenes, its tea shops. It is a walk to take your time and enjoy the ups and downs

Skip the weekend in Morocco and evade the touts, aggressive merchants, and lingering foolish qualms about being trafficked, and spend an evening on this lovely hill. (pickpockets, apparently, are one thing you won’t avoid this side of the Mediterranean). The winding allure of its callejons owe everything to the mother culture, and as you climb up, the views of the near by Alhambra are ever shifting and glowing in the evening. Plenty to feed on, including Moroccan fare, but what’s best about the neighborhood is that it’s only partly spoiled by commercialism. As you climb higher and higher, it becomes purely residential without losing its high state of preservation. Unlike in Venice, where you have to walk a considerable distance from Cannareggio or St. Mark’s to lose the crowds and ice cream stands, the buildings do not seem less impressive or turn a little grubby. Keep walking up to Sacramonte and take a look at the Alhambra from the higher mirador of San Miguel, then visit the Abbey. These walk, if taken in summer, are better reserved for the late afternoon and evening.

We had the perfect morning walk. Our tour lasted 2 hours. We got a good history lesson and more beautiful views of the Alhambra. It was fun to meander past beautiful homes. You need good walking shoes. Definitely worth a visit and if you enjoy staying away from the touristy sights, this is perfection. Give at least two hours for this place. If you are going to stop for a coffee and watch the world go by, give yourself three hours.

It is "EL" historic neighborhood of Granada with a unique Moorish charm. Its cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses and panoramic views of the Alhambra create a magical atmosphere. Walking through the Albayzín is like going back in time, discovering the rich history and culture of the region. Small cafes and local shops add a special touch. It is an ideal place to explore and enjoy the authentic atmosphere of Granada.

Albaycin in Granada is a settlement with mostly white-colored houses. A preserved former Moorish village. We visited him as part of a daytrip to Granada before seeing alhambra. The camp is pretty good. Here we can see the alhambra that lies on top of the hill next to it. It's raining when we're there so we don't have much time to explore.