Alcazaba of Almeria Guided Tour

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Get to know one of the largest Arab citadels in Spain with this guided tour of approximately 2 hours through the Alcazaba Monumental Complex in Almer&ia cute;a. Join this tour of the imposing fortress accompanied by a professional guide and enter its 3 internal enclosures .

Visit the Odalisque and Gunpowder Towers, explore the Tower of the Mirrors, walk along its cobbled corridors to see the royal baths and domestic dwellings, and don't miss its fantastic courtyards and beautiful gardens.

  • Travel back to medieval Spain with this approximately 2-hour guided tour of the Alcazaba of Almeria .
  • Explore this monumental Moorish fortress nearly 1,000 years old in small groups of around 30 people.
  • Learn about its fascinating history and architecture with a professional guide .
  • Walk through its corridors, gardens and lush courtyards, and also visit its watchtowers .

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  • Guided tour of the Alcazaba Monumental Complex in Almería.
  • Professional guide.

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If you are a lover of Spanish history, you can't miss this guided tour of the Alcazaba of Almeria, which lasts approximately 2 hours. Tour its 3 large interior enclosures in small groups of about 30 people and follow a local guide through the different areas of the Alcazaba. Delve deeper and deeper into the history of this Moorish fortress, and from its courtyards and domestic dwellings also visit its walls and defensive towers.

Prepare yourself for a journey back in time to medieval times, when the region of Al-Andalus was under Muslim rule, and from this monumental hilltop fortress you will be treated to breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city .

Enter the 3 large inner precincts of this Moorish citadel and walk through the Gate of Justice to explore its more than 40,000 square metres. From the Candle Wall to the Odalisque and Gunpowder Towers, you will also visit the Tower of Mirrors and the interior of its houses.

See the unique architecture of this Moorish citadel, walk through a world of cobbled corridors, and pass from magnificent walls and defensive towers to see its ancient Muslim cisterns and royal baths . Continue your exploration through its domestic dwellings and beautiful courtyards and gardens and marvel at its advanced military architecture .

In addition to all this, you will also enjoy the panoramic views of the Jairan Walls and the Cerro de San Cristobal, as well as the breathtaking panorama of the city and the seaport from the Baluarte del Saliente .

Enjoy this unique experience that combines architectural beauty and cultural history, and let yourself be captivated by the stories, tales and legends of this cultural heritage of Almeria.

Reviews

4.6
· 407 Reviews
  • J
    J.
    5
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    The Alcazaba of Almeria is a place not to be missed. I loved the panoramic view of the city, simply breathtaking!
  • C
    C.
    5
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    Wonderful guided tour of the Alcazaba, an impressive journey through history and culture, highly recommended!
  • C
    C.
    5
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    The visit was a blast, the Alcazaba is impressive and the guide told us a lot of interesting stories, highly recommended!
  • L
    L.
    5
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    The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining, but the heat during the tour can be a bit oppressive.
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