Location: Albaicín
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The Alhambra citadel of Granada is one of the most famous buildings in Spain: a Moorish fortress with grand archways and delicate ornamental mosaics. Step backwards in time as you wind through the ascending cobblestone streets of Albayzin. You’ll be rewarded with beautiful views from the Mirador San Nicolas. Granada’s nightlife is vibrant and varied, thanks in part to its student population. Hit the bars of Calle Elvira or, for a quieter outing, the traditional tea rooms of La Calle de Las Teterias.
Restaurants in Granada
1. Escuela Carmen de las Cuevas
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5.0 based on 151 reviews
Founded in 1984 as first Spanish School in Granada, Carmen de las Cuevas is the ideal place to learn Spanish and dive into the fascinating world of flamenco: the Spanish Language school is acknowledged by the Instituto Cervantes as well as a leading Flamenco Center. The school buidling is a charming maze of caves, staircases, terraces and rooms and located facing the Alhambra, in the quarter Albayzin declared by the UNESCO as a cultural heritage site, a historic neighbourhood in Granada widely recognised for its beauty, history, and architecture.
Reviewed By miguelhugo - Weymouth, United Kingdom
An impressive setting for a school high up in the Sacramonte area of the city with stunning views of the Alhambra. The staff are very professional and welcoming, teaching is to a high standard. I went for a month to have a go at learning Flamenco guitar, Jorge is probably one of the most patient teachers around! In addition the school arranges very informative walking trips around the city and weekly excursions further away. For the final week of my stay the school was "hit" by the imposition of tough measures to combat Covid 19. Although face-to-face lessons were suspended, the staff went to great lengths to provide online lessons via video link for the remaining students, so our learning was not seriously compromised. Well done Carmen de las Cuevas! I hope the situation improves soon so that you can continue to offer great classes in a relaxed and friendly environment,
2. Castila Centro Internacional de Estudios Hispanicos
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Castila was founded in 1988 by a group of Spanish teachers who felt a true passion and enthusiasm for their language and culture. Castila is located in the Albaicin area, the famous Arabic quarter in the centre of Granada facing the Alhambra. Plazas, green spaces, narrow, traffic-free streets, fountains and the whitewashed walls of the houses.
Reviewed By tiffanynbraun - St. Augustine, United States
My family studied at CastiLa this past summer (my husband, myself and our 3 children). It was the perfect atmosphere to learn, grow and experience the Spanish culture in Granada. It is run by an inviting, knowledgeable and fun staff who will come to feel like family by the end. Besides growing in our knowledge of Spanish - we got to experience fun day trips and excursions when we were not in class. No matter where you are from or what level of Spanish you have - you will find the perfect fit at CastiLa. The only negative is having to say goodbye to the teachers and friends you will meet from around the world!
3. Sacromonte Cooking
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
We welcome you to enjoy an authentic culinary experience in Spain. We are hosting our courses in a quite unique setting: in a gypsy cave at the hilly Sacromonte neighborhood of Granada. You will enjoy cooking amazing Spanish dishes in a beautiful surrounding.
Reviewed By nehban - New York City, United States
I spent one evening cooking with Guille and it was amazing! It was just 4 of us so the group was small and experience was very cozy and personal! Guille taught us salmorejo, tortillas de patatas (his grandmother’s recipe), TWO types of paella (since I don’t eat sea food- he especially taught me chicken paella), sangria AND cream catellana (like cremeburle). He gave us amazing cooking tips, taught us chopping techniques and then after 3 hours of cooking- we sat down with wine and sangria and enjoyed the delicious food we made. The setting was beautiful in a Gypsy flamenco cave! I would love to come back to learn more dishes from him (esp the gambas) and I would recommend this experience in a heart beat!!! Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️
4. Jardines De Zoraya
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4.5 based on 580 reviews
At Jardines de Zoraya you have the opportunity to learn flamenco dance in the introductory class "Discover flamenco" taught by our professional artists. You will learn the basic styles and rhythmic forms of this art declared Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Come, dance and enjoy!
Reviewed By mptraveller - Arlington Heights, United States
I enjoyed the flamenco so much at Casa del Arte the other night so thought I go see another show before leaving Granada. I chose the dinner/show option at Zoraya. I bought the ticket through a third party and was told to arrive by 6:30. When I got there, they couldn’t seat me until 7:30 because my ticket was for the 8:30 show. Anyway, the 3 course set dinner was very average and although I was in the first row, my table was near a family with a child who was too young to be quiet during the performance. Once the singer started, I knew I was in for some first rate entertainments. What a voice! The male and female dancers did a pleasant dance together. It was not until the solos when I fully appreciated her skills and expressions. Wish there was some brief description to non-Spanish speaking audience about the theme of her dance. None the less, the passion and soulfulness came through loud and clear! Well done! Photo/video were allowed throughout the show.
5. Patio de los Perfumes
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4.5 based on 325 reviews
In 17th century Renaissance Palace of great architectural beauty, located at the foot of the majestic Alhambra of Granada, the PATIO DE LOS PERFUMES offers you a true olfactory and timeless immersion. Pleasantly located in the heart of the botanical square, Café Patio offers a moment of relaxation with a selection of teas and natural fresh juices. In the museum, discover the art of the manufacture of perfumes, ancient perfumery bottles, the most valuable and rarest ingredients from the four corners of the world, as well as the perfumer's secrets. Free admission.
Reviewed By Pioneer226159
I am always fascinated by perfume (and the lengths people go to in dexcribing them) and was delighted to find the Patio de los Perfumes in Granada. I took a perfume making session while there and am still delighted with the eperience and with the product I came home with. If you are a bit of a perfume obsessive it is well worth it. Many off-the-shelf perfumes cost a lot more to buy than one you can create here with expert and sympa help. The place itself is also amanzing and well worth a visit.
6. Patio de los Perfumes
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
I am intersted in a lot of things but I chose the perfume industry because for me this is a job in which i can express myself in a special way and make people feel emotions through my creations.
7. Mediterranean Cooking & Wine school
The Mediterranean Cooking & Wine School offers day classes and multi-day programs on Spanish and Mediterranean cookery and wine.
8. Zoe Scott
My love affair with art started when I was a young child. When I moved to Cairo in 2017 I picked up my paintbrushes. I focused on trying to capture the authenticity and character of Egypt that is rarely seen. I am now living in Granada and I want to share the magic with you: the moroccan shops, the street vendors, the musicians. On my illustration tour I will take you through the winding streets of the Albayzin stopping to sketch every so often to capture the beauty of this place!
