Private tour in Granada Karin K

Alhambra Private Walking Tour - World Heritage Site

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Karin K.

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My name is Karin. I am German and I came to Granada as a language student in 1994. I wanted to improve my Spanish at the University of Granada after a first professional education in Germany. I fell in love with this country and especially with the South of Spain, Andalusia. It is very rich in history and culture. I decided to stay and to study Tourism in Granada and Seville. At the same time, I began to work as a tour guide for cultural groups throughout Spain. I started guiding in Andalusia but soon I worked in other areas in Spain. I am a very curious person, I love to read and I was always interested in the history of persons, places and the way of life of the people. I have a guiding experience of more than 20 years. Up to the present moment I have done a lot of different tours, like tours with the historic Al-Andalus train throughout Spain, religious groups, pilgrimage tours to the tomb of Saint Jacob in Santiago de Compostela, incentive tours, gastronomic tours, botanical tours, etc. That's still part of my professional life. And as I love to do different tours and themes, I can look over a rich variety of knowledge and experience. This country offers an amazing variety of activities, culture and nature. Since 2015 I got the license as a local guide for Andalusia. That's the reason why I work more and more in Granada and its province. This area is a place of great historical and cultural interest, a real melting point of different races and cultures. I would like to share my fascination and impressions with you. I can offer different tours, stressing on different themes and visiting different places in Granada and its province. I can adapt it to your wishes. I combine my experience as a tour leader throughout Spain with my deep knowledge about local places and topics. I am convinced that it is a great advantage for you. Let me surprise you. . . hope to see you soon. - Degree in Tourism - TEAT (Sevilla) - Official license for guiding in Granada and Andalusia (License from the Government of Andalusia) - Member of AGIP (Association of official guides in Granada). For transport outside Granada, I only use licensed drivers with their authorized limousines.

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Overview of your Granada tour

Visiting the Alhambra is going back in time and submerging yourself into a different culture. It was the palace city of the last muslim dynasty of Al-Andalus. The Nasrids reached for the last time an amazing cultural height despite their numerous political problems. Due to a favourable economy and a skilled diplomacy, they could build and live this last dream of earthly paradise for nearly 250 years that still impresses its visitors . Piled up on top of the last foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain chain it looks still majestically over the university city of Granada. Observing the bare cubic forms of its palaces, you cannot imagine the breath-taking beauty of its courtyards. The elegance and harmony of its forms as well as the impressing knowledge of craftsmanship of its decoration in marble, wood, glass and plaster make the visit unforgettable. The water which is used as a symbol likewise for live and power is ubiquitous and connects the palace city with the Generalife. Its visit is a delight.

Recent Reviews

Sylvia R.United States
July 2026

Karin Kabrede was an excellent tour guide. My husband and I had a truly memorable visit to the Alhambra. Karin was very knowledgeable and was very responsive during the booking process and in the days leading up to our tour. It was definitely worthwhile seeing the Alhambra with a private guide. Karin knew so much history which we really appreciated. We highly recommend her. If you are visiting in the summer, start early and wear good walking shoes.

James R.United States
June 2025

Highly recommended. Karin is a long time resident of Granada with great knowledge of the Alhambra and her city. Her knowledge allowed us to hit the most important parts of the Alhambra in a single visit while at the same time learning about it in a way that we couldn’t do on our own or even with an audio guide. I asked for a few restaurant recommendations and one of her recommendations was our favorite meal during our entire 10 days in Spain.

Kristen R.United States
April 2025

I highly recommend Karin and her tour! She expertly handled our group ranging in age from 4 to 70. She was so sweet and patient with our kids and kept them engaged the whole time. We were so appreciative to have her as our guide, and would not hesitate to use her again!

Daryl H.
March 2025

Anyone who is interested in touring the the Alhambra should do this tour with this guide. Karin is passionate about the palace and her enthusiasm is infectious. She inquired as to our knowledge of the Alhambra's history upon meeting. Embarrassingly, it was close to nothing. By the end of tour you will have considerable insight into the history and architecture of this mesmerizing palace and its rulers. She is patient, kind, with a great sense of humor. Highly recommend you book this tour!

Kelly M.Australia
January 2025

We got so much out of our visit to the Alhambra because of your expertise and knowledge. Thank you Karin.

Bohdan M.
October 2024

Our Alhambra tour with Karen was absolutely great. She is very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. I greatly recommend this tour.

Your Granada tour itinerary

Please buy in advance your entrance tickets on the following webpage which is the only official one of the Patronat of the Alhambra: www. alhambra-patronato. es You need ALHAMBRA GENERAL tickets to see all the parts of the palace city. We meet at the colourful Alhambra wall map next to the main entrance of the Alhambra. It is important that you bring also your personal document with you. It will be requested several times durting the visit through the Alhambra. We visit together the extraordinary palace city of the Alhambra with all its parts, the Nasrid palaces, the fortress and the Generalife with its gardens. The itinerary depends on the entrance time for the Nasrid Palaces. It will take us about 3, 5 hours. End of my services.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

It is a walking tour. We have to walk quite a lot. You need comfortable shoes.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Admission tickets. You buy them on the only offical website of the Patronat of the Alhambra: www.alhambra-patronato.es You need to select ALHAMBRA GENERAL tickets to visit all the parts.
Tickets
Meeting location

s/n Calle Real de la Alhambra, Granada, Andalucía, 18009, Spain

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Wallmap of the Alhambra next to the ticket office at the main entrance.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
History
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
558721
Languages
English
French
German
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Granada is perfect for travellers who want to explore the Alhambra, a World Heritage Site, with a knowledgeable guide. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and culture, as well as families, seniors, and individuals with mobility concerns since the tour is wheelchair accessible and kid-friendly. With Karin K. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the rich history of the Nasrid palaces and the Generalife gardens.

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