Best Christmas plans in Granada
It is a reality that there is still a lot of uncertainty about how we will be able to spend this atypical Christmas. However, although COVID-19 has changed many of our customs, we want to propose some of the best Christmas plans in Granada.
For many, it is possible that complying with the mobility restrictions in which the city currently finds itself can be a problem. But looking at it from an optimistic point of view and with a sense of humor, it can become a privilege. This is so, because this time can be used to visit more quietly some of the most charming corners of the city. One way to discover the most significant areas and with more history, is the Free Tour through the center and historic center. But if you want to know other Christmas plans in Granada, read on.
CHRISTMAS PLANS GRANADA
As you already know, the great cultural load of the city is in the Alhambra, however, there are many other more central areas to stroll through this Christmas season. Bib-Rambla is especially worth mentioning, where the Christmas spirit is noticeable on every corner. Thanks to both the Christmas decorations and lights, as well as the flea market that is located there. In which you can buy figures for the nativity scene and all kinds of decorations for the houses. To continue with the route, other places to stroll and enjoy the perfect combination of nature and urban environment, is the Plaza de la Trinidad, Plaza de las Pasiegas and Plaza Nueva. Specifically in the latter, is the oldest of all and has the Casa de los Pisa or the building of the Royal Chancery of Granada. Which is currently the seat of the High Court of Justice of Andalusia.
In another area of the capital, a little further away from the center, a good plan for Christmas in Granada, can be to go to the area of the Jardines del Triunfo. There, you can visit the Basilica of San Juan de Dios or the Royal Hospital. Although also near this point, is the Arco de Elvira. Through which you can access the historic city, better known for the Albaicin neighborhood. For which, getting carried away by its typical narrow streets, is always a good option and more in this Christmas season. It is true that one of the obligatory stops in this neighborhood is the Mirador de San Nicolas. Here you can enjoy the most beautiful views of the Alhambra. However, another way to admire the views offered by the city, and that this year will continue to be present, is the Ferris wheel located in the Paseo del Salón.
GRANADA CHRISTMAS PLANS
Another of the most characteristic symbols of the city and that may not seem to be one of the best Christmas plans Granada, is to access the Albaicin neighborhood by the slope of Chapiz. By which, among other places, you can also access the Camino del Sacromonte. But before going up this slope, at the end of the Paseo de los Tristes you have the possibility to choose the Camino de la Fuente del Avellano, where you will enjoy an environment totally surrounded by nature. Or you can choose to go up to the Alhambra through the slope of Rey Chico, which has a steep slope, but through which you will see the remains of the wall. The other way to access the grounds of the Alhambra, is through Cuesta Gomérez, softer than the previous one. But it will allow you to get lost in the woods of the Alhambra.
Another neighborhood that you can not miss and enjoy the best plans for Christmas in Granada, is the Sacromonte. In which, in addition to accessing other viewpoints with incredible views of the city, you will also enjoy restaurants and grills of great quality.
Finally, to replenish energy we must not forget the great gastronomy that can be found in the city. Although its star dish is the tapa, there are also many places where you can enjoy a good meal. The areas where most bars and restaurants of quality congregate are the Campo del Príncipe, the narrow streets of the center and Pedro Antonio de Alarcón street.
