Weekend: visit Granada in three days

• Lunch
  A stone’s throw from the Alhambra, the restaurant Faralá welcomes you in a modern setting to enjoy flavorful Andalusian cuisine. At lunchtime, the chef concocts a seven-course menu marrying local produce and culinary creativity: a perfect introduction to the flavors of the region!
• Afternoon
  After lunch, you join the Carrera del Darro, one of Granada’s most charming streets, which alternates stone bridges and historic buildings. Set on the right bank of the Río Darro, it connects Plaza de Santa Ana to the Paseo de los Tristes. Stroll between the Baroque and classical façades, admire the Renaissance Palacio de los Córdova and make a stop at the ancient Arab baths, superbly preserved since the 11^th
• Evening
  Finish the day in the Realejo district, the former Jewish quarter easily accessible from the Plaza de Santa Ana. On Calle Pavaneras, cast your gaze at the fortified façade of the Casa de los Tiros Museum: it is a fascinating sight decorated with sculptures depicting warriors! Then, it’s time to soak up the friendly atmosphere of the tapas bars surrounding Plaza Campo del Príncipe. Order a glass and let the local specialties come to your table: you receive complimentary tapas with every drink here.

• Morning
  You begin your exploration of the Centro with Granada Cathedral, a Renaissance gem started in 1518 on the remains of the old medina. Illustrating the evolution from Gothic to Renaissance style, its interior reveals richly decorated chapels, airy vaults, and two stunning twin organs from the 18^th A stone’s throw away, the royal chapel houses the mausoleums of the Catholic monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella. Further to the north, you continue toward the Monastery of San Jerónimo, whose elegant façade bears witness to Granada’s artistic rise in the 16^thcentury. Return toward the cathedral and wander through the Alcaicería, whose craft boutiques and narrow streets are reminiscent of the traditional markets of the Nasrid period: it is the ideal place to unearth small marquetry items and colorful cushions.

• Morning
  You have two options to start the day. If you are interested in science, pay a visit to the Science Park, a fascinating interactive museum with fun exhibitions, a planetarium, and a tropical butterfly greenhouse. Otherwise, you can choose to go for a stroll through Federico García Lorca Park: this pleasant and relatively quiet green space is home to Huerta de San Vicente, the summer residence of the famous poet (1898-1936), which has remained the same as when he holidayed there.
• Lunch
  Follow the example of the locals and take a lunch break in the residential neighborhood of Zaidín. The perfect spot to enjoy simple cuisine on a sunny terrace, far from the tourist hubbub. A memory that you’ll never forget!
• Afternoon
  You then reach the Granada Charterhouse (Monasterio de la Cartuja), a Baroque masterpiece perched on a hill to the north of Granada. Behind its discreet façade lies an incredibly rich interior: gilt ceilings, glowing frescos, and elaborate marble will leave you speechless. You can’t help but admire the Capilla del Sagrario, an incredibly exuberant chapel, and the sacristy, overflowing with stuccos, moldings, and broken cornices.

• Evening
  To bring your weekend to a close, return to the Darro neighborhood and treat yourself to a moment of relaxation at the Hammam Al Ándalus. On the program: hot baths and relaxing massages in a typically Andalusian setting, featuring walls sculpted with azulejos and colorful mosaics.

Enjoy a getaway to the white villages of the Alpujarra region, an hour away from Granada. Nestled at the heart of the Sierra Nevada, these hamlets, such as Pampaneira and Capileira, offer a charming picture with their whitewashed houses and narrow cobblestone hillside streets. You’ll love them!