# Granada Travel Guide
## Introduction
Granada is my favorite city in Spain. The Alhambra palace gives it a fairytale-like quality, while the city itself has a calm, unpretentious, and bohemian atmosphere. I've visited Granada three times and compiled this useful travel guide.
## Things to Do
### Top Activities
- Plan your stay
- Local tours & experiences
- Check hotels
- The 7 Best hostels
- Rent a car
- Granada at a glance
### Granada's Charm
- Captivating streets
- Flamenco dances
- Moorish Alhambra palace
- Peaceful atmosphere
- Soulful city
### How Many Days?
- Stay at least 2 days
- Fill 4 days at a gentle pace
- 1 Day in Granada
- 2 Days in Granada
- 3 Days in Granada
### Don't Miss the Alhambra
- Book tickets in advance
- Visit the Nasrid Palace
- Get Fast-Track Tickets
### Best Time to Visit
- Avoid summer
- Spring is good
- Fall/Autumn is favorite
- Winter is lovely
## Where to Stay
### Areas to Stay
- Center around the Cathedral
- Albaicín hillside
### Boutique Hotels
- Palacio de Santa Inés
- Casa del Capitel Nazarí
### Backpacker Hostels
- El Granado
### Cave Houses
- Stay in Sacromonte
## What to Do
### The Essentials
- Alhambra & Generalife
- Flamenco show
- Tapas crawl
- Walking tour
- Sunset viewpoints
### Hidden Gems
- Basilica de San Juan de Dios
- Carmen de Los Martires
- Botanical garden
- Cave Museum
### Day Trips
- Hike Los Cahorros
- Visit white villages
- Explore Sierra Nevada
## Conclusion
Granada offers a mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. Plan your trip and enjoy this enchanting city!