The cármenes of Granada are traditional houses with a garden, orchard, and viewpoint, typical of the Albaicín and Realejo neighborhoods. Their name comes from the Arabic word karm (vineyard or garden).
Visit Granada and knowing what to visit is essential, for this reason I offer you this tour unique and privileged.
The special one Tour of the Carmens It is based on the almunias or patios of the time Nasrid (XNUMXth-XNUMXth centuries) in continuous transformation until beyond the romantic era. click here if you want to know more about what a Carmen is.
We explain what the experts tell us about an art and style of house only developed in Granada.
These Carmens are part of the urban landscape of the Albaicín and its Cultural Heritage, a perfect example of the interplay between city and nature. Even though more than 90% are privately owned, with us it is possible to enter some of them. Specifically, on this tour you will see three Carmens with a local and accredited guide from Granada.
Schedule:
10:00 a.m., from Tuesday to Friday.
Duration:
2h approx.
Languages:
Spanish.
What is the Granada Carmenes Tour? A walk among historic houses, gardens, and viewpoints.
The Carmenes tour begins at the Cuesta de Gomerez, next to the Washington Irving Hotel , to visit the famous Alhambra woods , with some of the best cool shade in Granada, ideal both in the hot season and in colder seasons as it protects us from the winter frost.
You will see three Carmens on this tour with all their explanations, very different from each other, you will walk through the main areas of the city and other more hidden areas that neither the traveler nor the local usually find.
Join this guided tour , we believe it is essential to complete your stay in the city and after seeing the Alhambra.
Tour: The most emblematic cármenes we visited
Cuesta de Gomérez, Carmen de los Mártires, Cuesta del Rey Chico, Paseo de los Tristes, Cuesta del Chapiz, Carmen de la Victoria, Plaza Larga, Arco de las Pesas, Carmen de Max Moureau. Sometimes the Carmen de la Victoria does not have access allowed because instead we will see, to more than compensate, the Palacio de los Córdova and the Casa de Hernando de Zafra Archaeological Museum, the accountant of the Catholic Monarchs.
Meeting Point
At the bus stop, in front of the Washington Irving Hotel.
What includes
- Official guide.
- Sense of humor.
- Panoramic views of the city.
- Entrance tickets to all Cármenes.
Tips
- It is necessary to arrive 10 minutes before to check in.
- Always comfortable shoes.
- In spring and summer bring your bottle of water and sun cream.
- In winter and autumn you should be aware of the storm, if it rains do not forget your umbrella.
- Prepare properly for going up and down hills.
- Medium physical intensity.
Cancellation
The following charges will apply to the cancellation of reservations for tours, guided visits and experiences :
- If the client arrives late, that is, after the start time of the tour, the company will not be responsible (neither the guide) and the cancellation charge will be 100%.
- If it is canceled with at least 24 hours or more in advance, no cancellation fee will be applied.
- If canceled within 24 hours before the departure of the tour, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
- Tickets for museums, monuments or shows they are not refundable in any case.
- Reservations of tours and products they will not be refundable in any case on special dates: public holidays, national holidays, Christmas, New Year and Easter.
- In no case will the payment be made for incidents unrelated to Lolita's Tours.
- Lolita's Tours reserves the right to cancel any service that does not reach a minimum of 2 people.
To make any cancellation, it is essential to send the request to the email address: info@lolitastours.com
