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Securing tickets to the Alhambra of Granada is the single most important logistical step of any trip to Southern Spain. Because daily visitor quotas are strictly capped to protect its delicate 14th-century plasterwork and marble courtyards, tickets for the Nasrid Palaces (Palacios Nazaríes) sell out weeks or even months in advance.
Here is the official 2026 guide explaining every ticket category, the official purchasing portal, pricing, and essential rules to prevent entry refusal.
1. Official Ticket Types and What They Include (2026)
| Ticket Category | Official Price | What is Included |
|---|---|---|
| Alhambra General (The Best Ticket) | ~19.09 € | Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Palaces & Gardens, Alcazaba fortress, Charles V Palace |
| Gardens, Generalife & Alcazaba | ~10.61 € | Everything EXCEPT the Nasrid Palaces (No Lions Courtyard) |
| Night Visit: Nasrid Palaces | ~10.61 € | Illuminated evening tour of the Palaces (Palacio de los Leones & Comares) |
| Night Visit: Gardens & Generalife | ~7.42 € | Illuminated evening tour of the Generalife water courtyards |
2. Official Booking Channel
Crucial Warning: Always purchase tickets directly from the official portal of the Council of the Alhambra (Patronato de la Alhambra y Generalife). Unofficial third-party reseller portals often mark up prices by 300% to 500% with confusing terms.
3. Understanding Your Entry Time Slot
When purchasing an Alhambra General ticket, you select a specific 30-minute time slot. This time applies strictly to your entrance to the Nasrid Palaces. For example, if your time is 10:00 h, you must be in the palace queue between 10:00 and 10:30. The Alcazaba and Generalife can be explored at any time during your visit day during regular opening hours.
