In our opinion, Granada is the better choice if you only have a day or two! After all, it's simply not possible to see everything Seville has to offer in such a short amount of time. However, Seville is definitely worth visiting if you have three days or more.
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There are more pricey hotels in Seville, but there are plenty of affordable options, too. As far as hostels go, prices are similar, but Seville has more options. Overall, Granada is cheaper. But prices in Sevilla are not so high that you'll want to avoid the city or shorten your stay.
Seville. Undoubtedly a contender for the most beautiful city in Spain, the Andalusian capital is the epicenter for Moorish heritage. There are so many cool things to pack into a Seville itinerary that include history, culture, architecture, and amazing food.
Is Granada Spain worth visiting? Yes absolutely, I spent one week in the city and loved it. You can visit the stunning Alhambra Palace but the city has so much more to offer than that, from amazing Arab Baths to Cave Houses.
If you are going to stay in Granada only for one day, the itinerary plan might be slightly more intense than usual. It is advisable to stay in Granada for at least two or three days.
The best time to visit Granada is in May and June as well as September and October. From May to June, temperatures are cool, flowers are fully bloomed and some of the city's biggest cultural events fill up the calendar.
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We recommend three days in Seville; however, you could easily stay longer. If you only have a weekend – and Seville is a great European weekender – two days would allow you to see most of the main attractions.
Madrid is a large, vibrant city with lots of cultural and historical attractions, as well as a wide variety of restaurants, nightlife and shopping. Seville is a smaller, more traditionally Spanish city. It has some of the finest Moorish architecture in Spain, and is known for its traditional flamenco music and dance.
Those that do Granada as a day trip not only are forced to visit in the late morning/afternoon (when it's the most crowded), but also must rush. You could easily spend four hours here... time a day tripper would not have. Anything less than 2 days in Granada means you won't have time to truly experience the city.
El Realejo has got the lot: culture, history, nightlife and fantastic restaurants. If you're looking for a lively and hip vibe, and don't mind being a tad outside El Centro to do it, El Realejo is probably the best area to stay in Granada for you.
From the world-famous Alhambra to the unknown surprises awaiting you in its cobblestone streets, there's so much to explore in Granada. Spending 7 days in Granada will give you enough time to live like a local and get off the beaten path in addition to seeing the city's most iconic sights.
The Alhambra. The Alhambra is the crown jewel of Granada. Perched high atop a hill in the center of the city, this UNESCO World Heritage site dominates the skyline. The Alhambra is not only Granada and Andalusia's biggest tourist attraction, it's one of the most-visited spots in all of Spain.
The walkability of Granada makes this a perfect city for a walking tour. You'll get to see the majority of Granada sights during a 2-3 hour tour. I did a 2 hour walking tour with Cicerone. It was bit on the expensive end at 25 euros per person.
What is better to visit Malaga or Granada? Even though Malaga is the bigger city and at first glance, it might seem there's more to do, I prefer Granada. The smaller city has such a unique charm and there are so many things to discover.
Seville is one of Spain's most popular destinations, home to some of the country's famed traditions like flamenco and bullfighting. The picturesque town is world-famous for its enticing mix of Moorish, Christian and Jewish architecture and history, as well as some of the most delicious tapas found in southern Spain.