Top museums in Granada
La Alhambra Museum
Housed in the Palace of Carlos V, within the Alhambra, this museum contains outstanding Hispano-Moorish works of art from the 9th to the 16th centuries, including ceramics, wood, plaster, and metals. In addition, there is a section of Oriental Moorish art. The collection is mainly originating from excavations and restorations carried out within the Alhambra itself, so its visit is an ideal complement to that of the Monument itself.
Open: Summer (April 1st through October 14th): Wednesday to Saturday 8:30am to 8pm. Tuesday and Sunday 8:30am to 2:30pm. Winter (October15th through March 31st): Wednesday to Saturday 8:30am to 6pm. Sunday and Tuesday: 9:30am – 2:30pm. Admission is free. To book free guided tour, contact: 958027929 or visitasmuseo.pag@juntadeandalucia.es. Visit website. See also our Alhambra page.
Museo San Juan de Dios (Casa de los Pisa)
This is where San Juan de Dios died in 1550. He was a guest of the aristocratic García de Pisa family. The mansion is now a museum and art gallery. The art gallery has an important collection of Flemish paintings, including works by Van Cleve and Gosart. The museum contains relics of the saint himself.
The building is located behind the Real Chancillería (High Court), just before entering Carrera del Darro, at the Plaza Nueva. It has a Gothic-style facade with the Orden de los Hermanos Hospitalarios coat-of-arms carved in stone. Inside, stairs from the Moorish-style courtyard lead to an attractive first-floor patio and chapel supported by columns from below.
The museum is open 10am – 2pm, Mon-Sat. Admission is 4 euros. Address: Museo de San Juan de Dios, Casa de los Pisa, Calle Convalencencia 1, Granada. Telephone: 958 222 144. Visit website.
Museum of Fine Arts
This museum in Granada preserves important works of art starting from the 16th century, including pieces by Alonso Cano and Machuca. Especially noteworthy is the sculpture El Entierro de Cristo (The Burial of Christ) by Jacobo Florentino. Other art objects from former convents and churches in Granada can also be admired. Location: Palace of Carlos V. Microbus-Alhambra (C3). Open: Summer (June 15th through September 15th): Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 3pm. Winter (September 15th through June 15th): Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 6pm. Sunday and bank holidays 9am to 3pm. Admission is free for for EU nationals. Other countries: 1,5 euros.
Telephone: 958563508. Visit website.
Museo Sacristía de la Capilla Real (Royal Chapel Museum)
The Royal Chapel is part of the monumental complex that includes the Cathedral of Granada, the protrusion of the former Exchange, and the Sagrario church, in the heart of the city’s historic center. This Granada museum houses important works of great historical and artistic value, including the crown and scepter of Queen Isabella and a priceless collection of panels from the Flemish School, a gift from the Queen to Granada. Cathedral. Buses 3, 4 & 8.
Open: Monday to Saturday 10:15am to 1:30pm and 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Sunday 11am to 1:30pm and 2:30pm to 5:30pm. Admission is 4 euros. Buy your tickets online in their website.
Telephone: 958 22 78 48.
Archeological Museum
The Archaeological and Ethnological Museum of Granada (MAEGR) is located in the Casa de Castril, a stately 16th-century house. Its collection, structured on two levels around a beautiful Renaissance courtyard, encompasses archaeological findings from the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods made in the province of Granada, as well as Iberian, Phoenician, Roman, and Arab pieces of notable value.
Location: Carrera del Darro, 41.
Microbus-Albaicín. Open: Summer (June 16th through September 15th): Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 5pm. Winter (September 16th through June 15th): Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 9pm. Sunday and bank holidays 9am to 3pm. Admission is free for EU nationals, other countries 1,5 euros. Telephone: 958 034666. Visit website.
Granada Science Park
Almost 300 interactive exhibits involving electricity, light, sound, gravity. astronomy, meteorology and various other natural phenomena. Exhibits include a 50m observation tower, a planetarium, a house of tropical butterflies, a maze, watergardens, an astronomy garden and a 12-meter Foucault pendulum.
Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10am – 7pm. Sundays from 10am to 3pm. Free car park. Entrance fee: €7. Tel: +34 958 131 900 Email: web@parqueciencias.com. See more at our Parque de las Ciencias page. Visit website.
Casa-Museo de Manuel de Falla
The home of Spain’s most influential 20th century composer, Manuel de Falla, has been preserved exactly as it was when he lived there (from 1921 to 1939) – from his piano on which he composed his masterpieces right down to the dishes from which he ate his meals. Performances of the composer’s music are occasionally performed on the premises. Open: Winter (October through May): Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sundays 10am to 3pm. June and September: Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 2:30pm. July and August: Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 2:30pm. Closed on Monday, Sunday and bank holidays in July and August and on Monday and bank holiday the rest of the year. Admission fee is 3 euros. Address:
Museo Manuel de Falla, Paseo de los Mártires. Telephone: 649055947. Visit website.
Museo Caja Granada Memoria de Andalucia
A museum dedicated specifically to the history and culture of Andalusia. There are four main areas, each with a different theme. Area one is dedicated to geographical diversity. Area two is about land and cities. The third area deals with lifestyle. The fourth area is concerned with art and culture. The exhibit descriptions and videos are in Spanish and English.
Avenida de la Ciencia, 2, 18006 Granada. Tel: 958222257. Open: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9:30am – 2pm, Friday 9:30am to 2pm and 5pm to 7pm, Saturday 10:30am – 2pm. Closed on August. Admission fee is 5 euros. Visit website.
Centro de Arte José Guerrero
Museo Cuevas del Sacromonte
The Museo Cuevas del Sacromonte, located in Granada’s picturesque Sacromonte neighborhood, offers an engaging exploration of the area’s rich cultural heritage. Famous for its cave dwellings and flamenco tradition, the museum delves into the history of the gypsy community that has lived here since the 16th century. Visitors can tour 11 restored caves, each highlighting different aspects of traditional gypsy life, including housing, craftsmanship, music, and dance, with authentic artifacts, tools, and photographs. Additionally, the museum features a Nature Classroom that provides information about the local flora, fauna, climate, landscape, and agriculture. In addition to its cultural exhibits, the museum also hosts live flamenco performances, providing visitors with an immersive experience of this iconic Spanish art form. Find out more at our Sacromonte Caves Museum page and book your ticket.
Casa de Zafra - Centro de Interpretación del Albaicín
Casa de Zafra, located in the Albaicín neighborhood, is a beautifully restored 14th-century Nasrid house that showcases Granada’s Moorish and Spanish heritage. Known for its intricate stucco work, carved wooden ceilings, and serene courtyard gardens, it is one of the finest examples of Nasrid domestic architecture.
The house also hosts the Centro de Interpretación del Albaicín, which highlights the neighborhood’s evolution from its Moorish origins to a UNESCO World Heritage site. Through interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations, visitors can explore the Albaicín’s architectural and cultural legacy.
Casa de Zafra offers an immersive experience into the Albaicín’s vibrant past and dynamic present, featuring exhibits on urban development and cultural preservation. A visit here provides a deeper understanding of the neighborhood’s enduring charm and significance.
Location: C. Portería Concepción, 8, Albaicín, 18010 Granada
Open: Winter: from October 15th to March 14th: from Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 2pm / 4pm – 7pm, Sunday: 10am – 2pm. Summer: from March 15th to October 14th: from Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am – 1:30pm / 5pm – 8pm, Sunday: 9:30am – 1:30pm. Admission fee: 3 euros. Free entry on Sundays.
Carmen de los Geranios: Casa Museo Max Moreau
If you’re exploring the Albaicín neighborhood, be sure to visit the Max Moreau House Museum in Carmen de los Geranios, near the Mirador de San Nicolás.
Carmen de los Geranios is a municipal museum that was once the home of Belgian artist Max León Moreau. In his later years, he donated the property to the city of Granada. The city restored the building and opened it as the Max Moreau Museum on October 29, 1998, where visitors can experience Moreau’s artistic legacy.
A “Carmen” is a type of building unique to the Albaicín neighborhood. The term comes from the Arabic word “Kam,” meaning vineyard, and it refers to a house with a garden or orchard.
Carmen de los Geranios is a typical example of Albaicín’s architecture, with roots in Roman and Arab designs. It combines a house and garden on terraces, preserving its Islamic layout. A Carmen is more than just a garden; it includes flowers, fruit trees, and vegetables, creating a space that is both decorative and functional.
Carmen de los Geranios includes a dwelling, orchard, and garden spread over three terraces. Inside, you’ll find the artist’s house, studio, and caretaker’s residence. The museum showcases Moreau’s works and personal items, offering a glimpse into his life and artistic process.
Address: Camino nuevo de San Nicolás, nº 12, Granada, Spain.
Winter hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 13:30 and 16:30 to 18:00.
Summer hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 13:30 and 17:00 to 19:00.
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