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Granada Less Than 48 Hours

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By Train: A high-speed rail link is now open. The train station is fairly central and is in Avenida de Andaluces off Avenida de la constitución. The phone number is  958 27 272.
By Bus: Many buses daily to and from other large Spanish cities. The bus station is slightly out of town, and you must get a taxi or a bus to get to the center.
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Day 1

Morning:  With two days in Granada, start your first day with a traditional Spanish breakfast of eggs, pan con tomate y jamón, fresh orange juice, coffee and pastries from Cafetería Lisboa (Calle Reyes Católicos, 67). Granada is a city entire of history – the area has been populated since at least around 5500 BC, after all – So explore between Plaza Nueva, the city’s elegant churches, old souk, and Islamic architecture, and walk until the Plaza San Nicolás, which has a spectacular view of the Alhambra.

Granada Less Than 48 Hours
Granada Less Than 48 Hours: Alhamra

Afternoon: In the afternoon, ducking down the streets of the Albaicín, Granada’s charming cobblestoned neighborhood. Stop by the Monasterio Santa Isabel la Real to buy some sweets from the nuns. You’ll never see them, though, as these cloistered nuns avoid direct contact with the public. Ring the buzzer and give your order, then place your money on the lazy Susan in the wall, and it will turn around with your purchase. It’s one of the most unique things to see in Granada! Walk further to Sacromonte (which means Sacred Mount) to explore this unique barrio. The area is dotted with cave homes, many rented out for accommodation or as shops or bars. Stop by one of the cave bars for an afternoon drink. Don’t miss the Sacromonte Abbey, which overlooks the valley. This area is a little further out but should be included on any Granada itinerary.

Satisfy your afternoon sugar craving with a plate of Spanish churros dipped into a mug of hot chocolate. The best churros in Granada can be devoured at Alhambra Cafetería (Plaza Bib-Rambla, 27), Café Fútbol (Plaza de Mariana Pineda, 6), Torres Bermejas (Plaza Nueva, 6)

Granada Less Than 48 Hours
Granada Less Than 48 Hours: The Cathedral

Evening: Exploring the food scene is one of the best things to do in Granada. Explore the bars and the best tapas in Granada, or discover Granada’s locally made delicacies with Spanish food. Los Jardines de Zoraya is conveniently situated in the historic Albaicin quarter of Granada, not far from the Mirador de San Nicolas. Surrounded by narrow streets and quaint houses on the hills facing the Alhambra, the area visits this restaurant a must. Their standard ‘Jardines de Zoray’ menu includes a flamenco show, of which there are two nightly, as well as a choice of a three-course meal, from cured meats with goat cheese to flavorful grilled Iberian pork and a mojito sorbet for dessert.

Not unique to Granada, but a must-visit, Cien Montaditos highlights Spain’s expertise in ‘bocadillos’, typical sandwiches much loved by the Spanish. With a wide range of sandwich fillings, from Spanish tortilla to chorizo sausage, and even dessert options with fillings like cookies and cream, these bite-size rolls make it a guilt-free experience to order more than your standard number of sandwiches in an attempt to sample a range from the extensive menu.

Granada Less Than 48 Hours: Alhamra
Day 2 

Morning: The Alhambra is Granada’s biggest draw card and cannot be missed. You MUST book your tickets for the Alhambra well –no kidding, 2-4 months in advance. Before you head up to the Alhambra, begin with a good breakfast – you’ve got a lot of walking ahead of you, so you’ll need sustenance. Sit on the terrace at Café 4 Gatos (Placeta Cruz Verde, 6). To get to the Alhambra, take the C3 bus and get off at the Puerta de la Justícia. Alternatively, you can walk up to the Alhambra through the forest. Start at Plaza Nueva and follow the street signs. It’s a reasonably steep walk. Taxis also regularly go up and back.

Afternoon: Depart the Alhambra via the Puerta del Arrabal and return to town along the Rio Darro and the Paseo de los Tristes. There’s an excellent plaza along the way with many options for lunch. Grab dessert at one of the many ice cream shops – seemingly one on every corner doling out creamy scoops of helado. In the afternoon, revive those weary legs with a visit to Hammam Al Ándalus (Calle Santa Ana, 16). Indulge in one of the many luxurious services on offer (you can book online) before dipping into the warm waters of the baths. A bathing suit is required.

You’ll find a lively vibe at the Mirador de San Nicolás for the best sunset view in Granada. You can even eat dinner as the sun goes down over the Alhambra at El Huerto de Juan Ranas (Calle Atarazana Vieja, 6). For a quieter sunset view, hike up to San Miguel Alto, the highest viewpoint in Granada. Fewer tourists make the steep climb up to this local secret spot.

Evening:  Granada is one of the last places in Andalucía where tapas are served free with a drink (although this isn’t the case in every bar), so make the most of it on your last night in Granada. Go bar-hopping, and after two or three bars, you’ll find yourself satiated – all for a meager price. Choosing where to eat in Granada can be challenging.  Some of the best tapas in Granada can be found at:  Bodegas Castañeda (Calle Almireceros, 1-3) – a chaotic and a great place to people watch: Los Manueles (Calle Reyes Católicos, 61) – there are two restaurants called Los Manueles, and they’re just across the road from each other, so make sure to choose this one with the outdoor terrace, Los Diamantes (Calle Navas, 28) – teeny tiny tapas place that is always packed, La Milagrosa Irreverente (Calle Jáudenes 1, corner of Plaza de la Alhóndiga) – bright space serving modern tapas.

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