Albaicín & Sacromonte E-Bike Tour in Granada
2-HOUR
€
39
Discover Granada’s two oldest historical neighbourhoods on a powerful e-bike with a local. Fall in love with breathtaking views of the Alhambra from San Nicolás and other hidden viewpoints.
Small groups, max 6 · Starts at Plaza de Cuchilleros 12
ABOUT THE TOUR
Fall in love with two magical and absolutely different historical hills with stunning views of the Alhambra palace. Get a unique perspective of the city and its people by discovering fascinating stories and hidden spots on a powerful e-bike with a local.
First stroll through the Albaicín, the old Muslim quarter and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a maze of flowery cobbled alleys, lively public squares and typical “carmen” houses. Travel to the neighbourhood beyond the Nazarí wall, Sacromonte, the heart of the local “gitano” culture. Dive into the history of the cave houses and flamenco traditions.
ROUTE
GOOD TO KNOW
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Small groups, max 6 · Starts at Plaza de Cuchilleros 12
ABOUT THE TOUR
Fall in love with two magical and absolutely different historical hills with stunning views of the Alhambra palace. Get a unique perspective of the city and its people by discovering fascinating stories and hidden spots on a powerful e-bike with a local.
First stroll through the Albaicín, the old Muslim quarter and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a maze of flowery cobbled alleys, lively public squares and typical “carmen” houses. Travel to the neighbourhood beyond the Nazarí wall, Sacromonte, the heart of the local “gitano” culture. Dive into the history of the cave houses and flamenco traditions.
ROUTE
- Plaza Nueva: the beginning spot. Here your instructor will point out all the main historical areas of Granada.
- Carrera del Darro: pass through one of the oldest streets of Granada.
- Paseo de los Tristes: enjoy views of the Alhambra from below and learn the story of the river Darro and the spring that has fed the Alhambra since the 13th century.
- Cuesta del Chapiz: climb the first beautiful steep street with ease on your electric bike.
- Sacromonte: the heart of the local gypsy culture. Dive into the history of the cave houses and flamenco traditions.
- Plaza Larga: the centre of the Albaicín. Learn the story behind the creation of this area, where life in Granada began.
- The Albaicín: old Muslim quarter and UNESCO World Heritage Site, with many stunning viewpoints of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada, the highest mountains in mainland Spain.
- Mirador de San Nicolás: the most famous viewpoint of the Alhambra, in the heart of the Albaicín.
- Great Mosque of Granada: the main mosque of Granada.
- Puerta de Elvira: the old, huge, remaining gate of Moorish Granada.
GOOD TO KNOW
- Meeting point: Plaza de Cuchilleros 12, next to Plaza Nueva. From Bar La Trastienda, walk up the street on the right; our office is on the left.
- Start times: see the booking calendar.
- Included: e-bike, helmet, local instructor.
- Languages: English and Spanish, often French.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
- Private tour available.
- Bring: comfortable shoes, water, sunglasses.
- This tour does not go inside the Alhambra. You see it from the best viewpoints in the Albaicín.
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frequently asked questions
You need to know how to ride a bike. Granada is built on hills, with steep, narrow and cobbled streets, so you should be comfortable braking, keeping your balance at low speed and starting on a slope. The electric motor does most of the work uphill.
Children from about 9 who ride confidently join our tours, and your instructor sets the pace and helps anyone who needs it. Not sure? Call or WhatsApp us, or come and try a bike before you book.
Children from about 9 who ride confidently join our tours, and your instructor sets the pace and helps anyone who needs it. Not sure? Call or WhatsApp us, or come and try a bike before you book.
Our S-size bikes fit people from 150 cm (4 ft 11 in). We also have child bikes from 140 cm (4 ft 7 in). If you hesitate, you can come and try!
Usually fewer than 6 people. If you come with friends and family and you are more than 6, we provide 2 instructors or more. For a personal instructor, book the private option.
No. This tour shows you the Alhambra from the best viewpoints in the Albaicín and Sacromonte. To visit the palaces inside, you need a separate Alhambra ticket.
Granada is in the mountains, so the weather can change fast and differ from the forecast. Your instructor decides with the group before the tour starts. If we call the tour off because of the weather, you can cancel free of charge. Tours can still go ahead in light rain.
Yes, free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.