Museo de las Cuevas, flamenco culture, and the impact of gypsy art in Granada
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
| Duration | 2 hours and 30 minutes |
| Languages | Spanish - English |
What the experience includes
Living inside the earth, the origin of flamenco, the roots and culture of the gypsy people in the Albaicín and Sacromonte
Join us on this excellent guided walking tour in small groups to discover the impact of gypsy art in Granada. Our expert local guide will take you on a journey through the folklore, habits, customs, anecdotes, history of flamenco (an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity), persecutions, inquisitions, centuries of suffering and social injustice. Today, we can be proud that the neighborhoods of Albaicín and Sacromonte, along with their inhabitants and culture, offer an impressive legacy to Granada and its citizens.
Of course, we will visit the Museo de las Cuevas del Sacromonte, where you can observe and enter 15 real cave houses with all the original accessories from the Moorish and gypsy periods to the present day. This is a fundamental visit on this tour so that you can connect with and understand a very personal way of life, rooted in the roots and the feelings of the people of these two multicultural neighborhoods.
Everything you need to know
- A moderate level of physical fitness is necessary. The route includes steep hills and stairs, and requires a certain level of effort to overcome the ascents and descents
Price
Including
- 2.5-hour interpretive walking tour led by our expert local guide
- Entrance to the Sacromonte Houses Museum
- Sense of humor
Not included
- Pick-up service from your hotel, you must go on your own to the activity starting meeting point
More info
What to bring- Comfortable clothing and footwear
- In spring and summer, bring your bottle of water and sunscreen
- In winter and autumn you should be aware of the storm, if it rains don't forget your umbrella
Meeting point and return
| Meeting point | 10:30 | Look for the Lolita's Guide. (The pink umbrella) | Find on Google Maps: https://bit.ly/3GKuwZx - Fuente de la Plaza Nueva |
Cancellations
Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 24 Hours or less before the activity.
