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If you are planning a trip to Granada and wondering whether to buy the official Granada Card (Bono Turístico), this comprehensive 2026 guide breaks down the official modalities, current prices, included monuments, urban bus perks, and an honest savings analysis to help you decide if it is truly worth your money.
What is the Granada Card & How Much Does It Cost in 2026?
The Granada Card is the official tourist pass issued by the City Council of Granada (Ayuntamiento) in partnership with the Patronato de la Alhambra. It combines guaranteed entrance tickets to the Alhambra with access to the city’s premier monuments and free rides on the city’s red bus network.
| Modality | Official Price | Alhambra Included? | Urban Bus Rides |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granada Card 48 Hours | €43.00 | Yes (Full Access) | 9 trips + 1 Tourist Train ride |
| Granada Card 72 Hours | €47.00 | Yes (Full Access) | 9 trips + 1 Tourist Train ride |
| Granada Card Monuments (No Alhambra) | €36.00 | No | 9 trips |
What Monuments Are Included?
In addition to the Alhambra & Generalife (Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens), the Granada Card grants single entry to:
- Granada Cathedral (Catedral de Granada)
- Royal Chapel (Capilla Real – Tombs of Ferdinand & Isabella)
- Cartuja Monastery (Monasterio de la Cartuja)
- San Jerónimo Monastery (Monasterio de San Jerónimo)
- Parque de las Ciencias (Interactive Museum & BioDomo)
- Casa de Zafra (Moorish Palace in Albaicín)
- Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo (Almohad Palace in Realejo)
- Sacromonte Abbey (Abadía del Sacromonte)
Is the Granada Card Worth It? (Honest Verdict)
YES, it is definitely worth it if:
- Alhambra tickets are sold out on the official ticket website: The Granada Card maintains a separate quota of Alhambra slots. Often, when tickets on tickets.alhambra-patronato.es are completely sold out for your dates, the Granada Card 48h/72h still has available slots!
- You plan to visit 3 or more monuments: Alhambra (€19.09) + Cathedral (€6) + Royal Chapel (€6) + Cartuja (€6) + 9 bus rides (€12) = €49.09 individually. The 48h card (€43.00) saves you money and eliminates ticket queues.
NO, skip it if: You only want to see the Alhambra and walk everywhere on foot without visiting church interiors.
