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Name: Solo Female Travel in Granada
Address: Granada, Spain
Rating: 4.477003828590683

Granada, situated in Southern Spain's Andalusia region, is a captivating city renowned for its fusion of Islamic and Christian history, architecture, and culture. Nestled at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains, this vibrant city is best known for the Alhambra, an imposing Moorish castle with exquisite palaces, courtyards and gardens, offering panoramic views of the city below. Granada is also home to the grand Granada Cathedral, remarkable for its Spanish Renaissance style, and the atmospheric Albaicín, the ancient Muslim quarter, where winding, narrow streets echo tales of the past. Leisurely strolls down to the traditional tapas bars, flamenco shows in the gypsy caves of Sacromonte, and the inviting aroma of Moroccan tea houses in Calle Calderería Nueva add the icing to the cake of Granada's rich, diverse cultural experience.

Granada is currently ranked #29 best place for solo female travellers. Check full ranking.

Travel rating

4.5 /5

Based on 5 experiences

4.6 /5

Based on our research

4.5 /5

Based on safety reports

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Is Granada good for solo travel?

Safety:Very safe

Granada is generally very safe for solo female travelers with its friendly locals and well-populated tourist areas. However, like any other city, it is important to remain attentive, especially in crowded places due to pickpockets. Ensure to avoid deserted places or walking alone late at night. Overall, comply with common travel safety precautions.

Transport:Easy

Granada is fairly simple to navigate. It offers a blend of compact, walkable neighborhoods as well as efficient public transportation systems. Although the old part of the city, the Albaicín, has narrow, winding streets that can sometimes be confusing, once you get your bearings, it's manageable. Signs and directions are mostly clear and people are generally helpful and friendly. Ensure you have a good map or a phone with GPS to assist with directions. Just take extra precautions during the night or in less crowded areas.

Things to do:Fascinating

Granada is teeming with fascinating activities and sights to indulge in. This city is a love song to Moorish culture, a place where fountains trickle, leaves rustle, and old folks gather in the old city to exchange tales, while the younger ones put the world to right over local wine at a sidewalk café. Towering above everything is the Alhambra, a red fortress built in the 13th century, a testament to the city's history. Granada's eateries offer a mix of traditional Spanish and North African dishes, reflecting the city's rich cultural blend. Enjoy the winding streets and white houses in the Albayzín district, and do not forget to pamper your senses by visiting several Arab baths. Further, nature enthusiasts can explore caves in the Sacromonte district or can seek solace in the nearby Sierra Nevada National Park. Overall, Granada offers a riveting blend of history, culture, cuisine, and natural beauty.

Food:Excellent

The cuisine of Granada is wonderfully diverse and delicious. You can expect a variety of tapas, seafood, and traditional Andalusian dishes. The region is known for its fresh produce and locally sourced ingredients. An array of dishes from meat to vegetarian options are available, ensuring a culinary treat for every palate. As to be expected in Spain, the city is also rich in tantalizing pastries and desserts. Street food is notably an attraction, ensuring you can taste the local flavors even on a budget.

Budget:Affordable

Granada is reasonably affordable for a European destination. This cultural hub offers many free activities, such as exploring the Albayzín and Sacromonte neighborhoods or visiting the Alhambra on Sundays. Food prices, especially tapas tradition, enable eating out without breaking the bank. However, the costs can increase if you indulge in shopping or upscale accommodations. Therefore, for budget-conscious travelers, Granada presents great value.

Is Granada worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 5 experiences

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Food

3.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.3/5

Belen

United States

Solo travel experience

I have been traveling around Spain since May. Granada is definitely on the top of my list of places I’ve visited. It’s beautiful and chic but still filled with culture and history. There are lots of options for places to shop as well as eat. I took a 30 minute bus ride to a small village in the Sierra Nevadas and did a hike called Los Cohorros. I highly recommend it was beautiful and along a river which you could jump in along the way.

Posted: July 13, 2024

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5

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Lindsey (41)

United States

Solo travel experience

Granada is a beautiful city with interesting history. The surrounding mountains are stunning. I want to go back to hike! I was there for three days and stayed in the old part of town. I felt completely safe. I was not out past 11 am so can’t say how it is for late night. People are friendly and it’s easy to travel around. Loved the Alhambra. It’s a must see. It’s incredible and so interesting to learn of its history and the Andalusia region.

Posted: June 28, 2024Experienced: June, 2024

Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 4/5

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Samira

Germany

Solo travel experience

I really enjoyed Granada and was amazed by the beautiful sights it has to offer! the people are so kind and it was truly amazing💖 Perfect city to travel solo, meet new people and improve Spanish🫶 Would 100% recommend

Posted: February 24, 2024

Things to do: 5/5Food: 4/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 5/5

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Grenada is absolutely charming, I went there on my first solo trip and loved every minute. It is located right next to the Sierra Nevada mountains, and I spent one day on an amazing hike during sunset. It is also much more traditionally Spanish than some of the larger cities.

Posted: October 9, 2023

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5

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Of all the places I have visited in Spain (this was my 4th city), Granada was the least friendly for solo travelers. I was turned away from tables, and all food/wine tours required at least two people. These tours were my favorite way to connect with other travelers. This was discouraging and made me feel really unwanted. The city was very easy to traverse on foot, and the walk to Alhambra itself was beautiful (everything is uphill though, so bring good walking shoes with thick soles that can handle the cobblestone streets).

Posted: December 12, 2022

Things to do: 5/5Food: 2/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5

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Is Granada safe for women?

Safety rating

4 /5

Based on 3 experiences

Crime rates rating

1.4 /5

Based on 3 experiences

Beautiful clean and safe. I have lived here years and never had any problems. You need to be sensible anywhere you travel but I don’t see this area as dangerous and there are lots of opportunities to enjoy

Posted: July 7, 2024

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I spent the last six months in this city, and when I compare it to Istanbul, I find it to be much safer. You can walk alone on the streets at any hour of the day. However, it can get a little risky in some clubs (if you're interested) after 3 AM because of drunk men.

Posted: June 30, 2024

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Granada

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My names Lara, a 38 year old native English Teacher, photographer and snowboard instructor. I live in the UNESCO world heritage site of albaicin in Granada Spain. I have a beautiful dog and cat called Malu and limón. I love skateboarding, surf, walks, adventures, culture and food. I am friendly and open minded

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Granada

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Hi, I'm Ana. I was a sociologist and a Spanish teacher until COVID, the pandemic came with a completely different job which I would have never applied for if I had better options. Surprisingly, I like it a lot and it gives me exactly what I've been longing for: time and enough money to travel. I work in England but live in Granada, Spain. So between working and traveling at the end I only spend like 4 month per year in Granada. But while I'm there I will be available for anything you need: hosting, meeting up, showing you around...

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Hi I'm Laurie, Young soul trying to explore the world on a budget and meet new people on the way. I have a Tourism Management degree so I can suggest you places to visit around town. I drove across Canada with my friends during Covid. I'm looking for a place to stay somewhere in the world and have the most local experiences I can have. Always motivated to try and discover new things.