Day trips from Granada
Go out, explore… and come back to rest
Granada has plenty to offer, but if you’re staying for several days, a day trip could be just the thing: mountains, charming villages, the coast or landscapes that look ‘out of this world’.
Here are some easy ideas (with approximate times) to choose from depending on your plans.
5 easy day trips from Granada
Sierra Nevada (nature and fresh air)
Perfect if you fancy a hike, viewpoints and high-mountain scenery in a National Park.
The Alpujarras (Pampaneira, Bubión, Capileira)
White villages, beautiful bends and charming stops along the way. Pampaneira is about a 58-minute drive from Granada (approx.).
Guadix + Granada Geopark (unique caves and landscapes)
Guadix is about a 35-minute drive away (approx.) and is the perfect gateway to the Geopark (UNESCO) area.
Costa Tropical (Almuñécar / Salobreña / La Herradura)
If you fancy a “day at the seaside” without travelling too far, Almuñécar is about a 57-minute drive away (approx.).
Montefrío (a village with views)
Perfect for a short trip: about 51 minutes by car (approx.). What’s more, Montefrío has been highlighted by National Geographic for its views.
A mini daily plan for each option
Sierra Nevada
Vormittags: kurze Wanderung / Aussichtspunkte.
Nachmittags: gemächlicher Abstieg und den Tag ausklingen lassen.
Alpujarras
Morning: Pampaneira + Bubión.
Afternoon: Capileira and back, with stops to take in the views.
Guadix + Geoparque
Morning: cave neighbourhood + walk around Guadix.
Afternoon: viewpoints and trails in the Geopark (depending on the season).
Costa Tropical
Morning: beach/promenade.
Afternoon: old town and sunset.
Montefrío
Morning: viewpoints + a stroll through the village.
Afternoon: a leisurely return to Granada.
The secret to a good trip isn’t ‘packing more stuff’...
It’s about choosing what to watch carefully and enjoying it
Are there any day trips you can go on without a car?
Yes: there are bus services to destinations such as Pampaneira, Guadix and Montefrío (subject to timetables and the season).
What is the ‘easiest’ full-day excursion?
Costa Tropical (Almuñécar) and Guadix are usually excellent choices in terms of weather and variety.
What if I want a landscape other than mountains or woods?
The Granada Geopark is perfect: geology, badlands and viewpoints (UNESCO Geopark).
How long does it take to get to these destinations?
Costa Tropical (Almuñécar) and Guadix are usually excellent choices in terms of weather and variety.