The city's history is somewhat scattered in terms of architecture. This is due mainly to the fact that there have been numerous conquerors over the ages, each leaving their own impressions on the landscape and the culture. If you are someone who enjoys a myriad of flavours, then Granada is definitely a place for you to visit.



The style that remained the strongest was the Arab style. You will be able to see this quite clearly when you walk the narrow streets of Granada especially in the old city. If you want to really explore the city properly then doing so on foot is advisable. The streets are clean and safe and you will have no problem finding hundreds of small restaurants and bars to quell any hunger or thirst.

Spain is tapas country. This is how the Spanish eat and Granada is a true bastion of this principle. Wherever you go, you will encounter the best Spanish cuisine which is extended as a courtesy to all visitors to the numerous establishments.

If you do not like to walk too much, then you should consider hiring a car. This will allow you the freedom of movement, coupled with the range you need to explore the outlying areas. The view from the mountainside of Granada is simply breathtaking, so make sure you bring extra film or a large memory card for your digital camera. You could also stay in one of the villas so that you so not have to stay within the city itself.

Within the main city of Granada the hotels are world class and not as expensive as you might think. There are also self-catering apartments and holiday rentals available year-round. You can find these places on accommodation websites and you can also view pictures of the places that interest you. This will allow you to have a good idea of the place before you arrive. Self-catering apartments are better suited to young couples or small families.

If you prefer to stay in a hotel then you can arrange day tours around the city and to the countryside. These tours are well structured and will allow you to see the best parts of the city and to eat in the best restaurants the city has to offer.

The best time of year to visit Granada is in the spring time when the flowers are in bloom and the weather is cooler. The sooner you book, the better prices you will get, so get online and find the perfect accommodation.