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About Granada
Granada is located in southern Spain, in the State of Andalusia, on the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, which is the highest point in the country. The city is an hour away from the Mediterranean coast, making it a rare city where you can enjoy both skiing and the sea. Throughout history the city was a hub for artists, traders, and scientists. Today Granada is the second most touristic city in Spain, after Barcelona. Meaning ‘pomegranate’, Granada was the last bastion of the Moors. As cities under Moorish domination were becoming extinct in Europe, Granada was able to protect itself for another 250 years. With the fear of possible damage to the palace during a war, the keys to the city were voluntarily handed over to the Spanish king and queen.
It is rumored that Christopher Columbus’ voyage of discover in 1492 was financed from the Alhambra. The glorious Alhambra is one of the city’s music, touristic, and historic symbols. This unique structure, which was built by a Moorish emir, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city emerged as a magnificent synthesis of Spanish and Arabic culture that is architecturally inspiring. Delicious tapas, Spanish folk music and Flamenco are only some of the wonderful things the city has to offer. The Alhambra and Generalife, a palace with beautiful gardens, are the city’s top tourist attractions. In addition to these places, the most popular sightseeing venues include the city’s cathedral, Arab neighborhood of Albaicin, Plaza Nueva, Palace of Charles V, and Arab baths. Granada is also the birthplace of poet Federico Garcia Lorca, who helped spread Spanish poetry to the world. The city has a Mediterranean climate. The Federico Garcia Lorca Airport, also known as the Granada airport, is located 12 km from the city center.
Transportation to Granada City Center from Airport
Federico Garcia Lorca Airport
It is easy to get to the city center from Granada Airport, which is located 15 kilometers west of Granada city center, by using the city and airport buses. In addition, taxi and car rental services offer a more comfortable and fast transportation option.
Bus
There are many bus companies serving directly from Granada Airport to Granada city center. Around 10 airport buses operate in a day, providing transportation from the airport to the city center. You can reach Granada city center in about 45 minutes by paying 3 euros for these airport buses. You should keep in mind that the bus named Granada Airport Bus is not numbered.
Every bus on which you see “Granada – Airport” sign on goes directly to the city center. Stops of the Granada airport bus is as follows: Granada Airport, Santa Fe, Palos de la Frontera, Avenue of Andalucia, corner of Periodista Eugenio Selles Street, Europa Square, Granada Bus Station, Juan Pablo Avenue II, Avenue of Pintor Francisco Padilla, Avenue of Constitucion, Hotel Abba, Avenue, Hotel Condor, Gran Via de Colon, Catedral, Puerto Real (corner of Puente Street) and Plaza Rotary (near Palacio de Congresos).
Nearest bus stops to Granada city center are Cathedral and Plaza Nueva. The last bus from Granada Airport departs from at 23:50. Another bus company, Alsa Bus, also provides transportation from the airport to the city. You can use the Alsa Bus company to reach both Jaén, Spain's most important city, and Granada's city center comfortably.
Taxi
Taking a taxi is also a widely used method to get to city center from Granada Airport. Taxis are waiting their passengers at the exit of the terminal. You can reach Granada city center by paying a fare of 17-30 Euros.
Airport taxis and 90% of Granada city taxis are calculating the fare based on the travelled distance. Therefore, you should be careful about taxi drivers who charge more than 25-30 Euros for taking you to the city center. Even if your flight lands to the airport late at night, it is possible to go to the city easily thanks to taxis that serve 24/7.
Car Rental
It is extremely practical to rent a car from Granada airport, which hosts the branches of a large number of national and international companies such as Economy Car Hire, Sixt, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Dollar, Alamo, EasyCar, Thrifty, National Car Rental, Holiday Autos, Auriga Crown, Record Granada Airport Car, Auto Europa Granada Car, Marbesol, Niza, Goldcar. All you need to do is to book the car you will rent at least one day before arriving at the airport. Then you can pick up your car from the Granada airport on the A-92 motorway in direction to Seville and you can reach the city center in 30-35 minutes.
