Points of interest Andalusia: Tourism & Monuments

Practical information : Sightseeing Andalusia

Timetable

Museums are closed on Mondays. Some monuments are open discontinuously, but most open from 10am to 1pm and from 4pm to 8pm, 1 hour later in summer. Schedules on their websites. Mornings are the busiest, especially for groups. Prefer the afternoon. Out of season, access is much quicker. Please note that the monuments are closed on Christmas, New Year's Day and Spanish and Andalusian public holidays.

To be booked

Entry to the Alhambra must be booked as far in advance as possible, before you arrive, as the number of entrances is limited and the monument attracts several million visitors a year. The same applies to the Caminito del Rey. Both of these reservations can only be made online. Generally speaking, in high season, it's best to book online for the most emblematic monuments and museums.

Budget & Tips

In Andalusia, entry to the Alhambra is the most expensive, costing €18 for the whole complex. Admission to municipal museums is often free for residents of the European Union. Prices elsewhere range from €2 to €10 on average. Many cities offer passes that include several visits. Check that you intend to visit everything before taking one. Many monuments have free days or half-days, indicated on their websites. Remember to book in advance, if possible in the morning, as the number of admissions is generally limited.

Main events

As in the rest of Spain, semana santa (Easter) and local ferias are not to be missed and should be considered as part of the high tourist season, which is reflected in the price of accommodation. As well as major sporting events (soccer matches, motorcycle tournaments, etc.).

Guided tours

Where available, a French-language audio-guide is recommended, as there are few French-language signs on site. These are particularly recommended when visiting nature parks, as they will enable you to access areas that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Smokers

Hard to believe, but in January 2011 the Spanish complied with the ban on smoking in public places.

Tourist traps

In Seville and all major cities, there are a growing number of "info points", especially in city centers and near train stations. Avoid them. The best contacts are the municipal or junta tourist offices. They're free, well-documented and offer excellent advice, often in French.

Tourist Attractions & Monuments Andalusia

ALHAMBRA

ISLA MÁGICA

MUSÉE DES ILLUSIONS

PALACIO DE LAS DUEÑAS

MORAL COMPASS

BUHAIRA GARDENS

DUNAIRE PARK

OFFICE DE TOURISME

MOSQUE-CATHEDRAL (MEZQUITA-CATEDRAL)

MUSEO PICASSO MALAGA

ROYAL ALCÁZARES (REALES ALCÁZARES)

PLAZA DE ESPAÑA

CATHEDRAL AND GIRALDA

MUSEO DEL BAILE FLAMENCO SEVILLA CRISTINA HOYOS

MUSEO AUTOMOVILÍSTICO Y DE LA MODA DE MÁLAGA

MUSEO CARMEN THYSSEN MÁLAGA

SEVILLE SETAS AND ANTIQUARIUM

FIRMM

MARÍA LUISA PARK

FUENGIROLA BIOPARK

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