While in Granada, visit the Sierra Nevada National Park for flora, fauna, hiking and breathtaking views. With more than 20 peaks, this mountain range is one of the largest in Europe, second only to the Alps.
Granada, Spain © Sborisov | Dreamstime
After working up an appetite, check out some of the amazing dining options in Granada, beginning with brunch at El Mercader. This Mediterranean restaurant provides some of the best local cuisine for a great value. The menu changes constantly with the season and what is available, but is consistently a local favorite dining spot.
While visiting Granada, the Alhambra Palace is a must see. This remarkable building is a palace, fortress and collection of exquisite gardens dating back to the 700s during the Moorish rule over the territory. This is one of the most visited monuments in Spain and should be pre-booked in advance as it sees around 8,000 visitors daily at $15 a person.
The Alhambra © Lotsostock | Dreamstime
For a break from walking the beautiful and hilly streets of Granada, pop into Cacho & Pepe for something to snack on. This Italian eatery is a small and unique shop filled with great take-away options for tourists on the go, or sit-down meals.
Between the beautiful, medieval architecture of the Monasteries de San Jerónimo, Palace of Charles V and the Royal Chapel of Granada, there is so much history to explore in Granada for free.
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