Enchanting Granada: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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About this activity

Are you looking for a way to explore Granada without joining a tour group? Wandering through its cobbled squares and alleyways at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

Soak up its rich 1,000-year history and see the city's beautiful fusion of Moorish, Renaissance and Baroque architecture
Hear from producer Ben Barclay, who helps run a website offering guided and self-guided hikes
Linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English, Spanish
Written guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English or Spanish

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food and drink

Itinerary

Plaza Bib-Rambla

Passing by

On this walking tour, I’ll show you the beautiful fusion of Moorish, Renaissance and Baroque architecture that you’ll find all around you in Granada’s historical centre.

You’ll start the tour in Plaza Bib-Rambla, right at the heart of the city, near the charming web of market lanes, the Alcaicería, located on the site of the former main bazaar.
Corral del Carbon

Passing by

I’ll show you the striking building that was once a medieval corn exchange, but where charcoal was stored in the 1600s, which is why it’s known as the Corral del Carbón.
Plaza Isabel La Catolica

Passing by

In Plaza Isabel La Católica, you’ll see the statue of Isabella I of Castile meeting Christopher Columbus. I’ll tell you how their meeting changed the course of world history.
Plaza Nueva

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to stroll through the elegant Plaza Nueva de Granada.
Stop 5

Passing by

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Royal Chancellery of Granada. You'll learn about it while you walk.
Stop 6

Passing by

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Puente de Cabrera, a picturesque bridge across the River Darro.
El Banuelo

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to take in famous sites like El Bañuelo (the Arab baths) and the Puente del Aljibillo – the bridge that leads to the Alhambra.
Casa de Zafra

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to see one of the best-preserved Moorish houses, Casa de Zafra, with its beautiful patio and galleries.
Archaeological Museum of Granada

Passing by

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Archaeological Museum of Granada. You'll learn about it while you walk.
Paseo de los Tristes

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to stroll along Paseo de los Tristes, which means Promenade of the Sad People, and from where you’ll enjoy amazing views of the Alhambra.
Stop 11

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to take in famous sites like El Bañuelo (the Arab baths), Puente del Aljibillo – the bridge that leads to the Alhambra – and the Palacio de la Madraza, built as a school of Koranic law in the 14th century.
Stop 12

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to find out about Peña La Platería, the cultural association dedicated to the art of flamenco.
Stop 13

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to soak up views of the Alhambra at Mirador Placeta de Carvajales.
Stop 14

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to see the Casa Natal de Enrique Morente, the birthplace of Granada’s most famous flamenco singer, Enrique Morente.
Stop 15

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to browse the food stalls at Granada’s central market, the Mercado de San Agustín.
Stop 16

Passing by

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Antiguo Hospital San Juan de Dios. You'll learn about it while you walk.
Stop 17

Passing by

You’ll make your way to some of the city’s Renaissance-era highlights, including Granada’s Monasterio de San Jerónimo (St. Jerome Monastery), Catedral de Granada (the cathedral) and Capilla Real (the Royal Chapel) where Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon are buried.
Stop 18

Passing by

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass by the Botanical Garden of the University of Granada. You'll learn about it while you walk.
Plaza de la Trinidad

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to stroll through squares like Plaza de la Trinidad and Plaza de la Romanilla.
Plaza de la Romanilla

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to stroll along Paseo de los Tristes, also known as the Promenade of the Sad People, and through squares like Plaza de la Trinidad and Plaza Nueva de Granada.
Granada Cathedral

Passing by

You’ll make your way to another of the city’s Renaissance-era highlights, the Catedral de Granada, one of the largest cathedrals in the world.
Stop 22

Passing by

On our tour through this centuries-old city, you’ll also have an opportunity to take in famous sites like El Bañuelo (the Arab baths), Puente del Aljibillo – the bridge that leads to the Alhambra – and the Palacio de la Madraza, built as a school of Koranic law in the 14th century.
Royal Chapel of Granada

Passing by

We’ll finish our tour at the ornately decorated Capilla Real (the Royal Chapel) where Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon are buried.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends in front of the Royal Chapel, a stone's throw from the tour's start location.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

2. Create an account

3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.