- DOES NOT INCLUDE tickets - The Monastery of Cartuja de Granada is a highly recommended visit if you visit the city. The guided tour will help you see and understand this place of isolation of monks, active in Granada from the 16th century until the exclusion of the year 1836. To know the origin of the Carthusian Order, the regulations drafted by its founder in the 11th century, the austere way of life of its monks, their spiritual search away from the material and the mundane... The contrast between the austere common rooms and the decorative exuberance of the Church, the Sagrarium and the Sacristy, the peak work of the Spanish Baroque, where the view finds no room to rest, is striking: stucco on the walls, marbles, sculpture, painting, taracea...An authentic sensory experience where you can enjoy works by such renowned artists as José de Mora, Pedro Atanasio Bocanegra, Antonio Palomino, José Risueño... who knew how to transmit spirituality, the emotion of religious mystery.

This tour is much different than any other tours that you will be able to enjoy in Granada. It is focused to enjoy the hidden gems of the Granada city much away from the common touristic routes. The tour emphasizes on the remarkable monasteries of Granada. The tour starts in Carthusian monastery which is definitely one of a kind. You will not only be able to enjoy the most beautiful example for the baroque style in the entire Andalusia but also learn about the ascetic way of life of the Carthusian monks and the history of the Carthusian order that is strictly related to Henry the VIII, the king of England. Next, the guide will take you to visit the burial place of the Great Captain located in the Monastery of Saint Jerome. On the way you will be able to admire the Royal Hospital founded by the Catholic Kings and the stunningly well preserved 11th century muslim gate to the city. Certainly, you will be surprised to find such a rich heritage away from the other tourists!

With this product and for the same price of a visit to the Alhambra, you will discover much more. You will know the connection between the city and the Palace of the Nasrid kings. Discover the magic of Granada in an unforgettable experience that combines the majesty of the Alhambra with the city's most iconic monuments. Immerse yourself in the rich history, fascinating architecture and vibrant culture that make Granada a unique destination. From the dreamy gardens of the Generalife to the narrow streets of the Albaicin, this tour will take you to explore the city's most precious treasures, accompanied by expert guides who will reveal its secrets and legends. An adventure that mixes history, art and emotion, designed to make you live the essence of Granada like never before.