Mirador de San Nicolás
Viewpoint · Granada

Mirador de San Nicolás

Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Mirador de San Nicolás is a small square that overlooks the Alhambra and the surrounding hills. Visitors come for the clear sightlines across the valley and the chance to watch the changing light on the palace walls. The area includes the church of San Nicolás and space for people to gather.

On day 5 of Seville, Córdoba and Granada in 7 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Sunset
Getting there
Walk through the Albaicin or take bus line 31 or 32 to the square

Itineraries with Mirador de San Nicolás

Day 5 of Seville, Córdoba and Granada in 7 Days

Medina Azahara, then Granada

How Mirador de San Nicolás fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Medina AzaharaCórdoba
  2. 15:00Train to GranadaCórdoba
  3. 18:00AlbaicínGranada
  4. 19:30Mirador de San NicolásGranada
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Mirador de San Nicolás questions

Is Mirador de San Nicolás crowded?

Yes, especially at sunset when tour groups and locals gather.

Can you see the Alhambra from Mirador de San Nicolás at night?

Yes, the illuminated palace remains visible after dark.

Are there facilities at Mirador de San Nicolás?

There are cafes and souvenir stalls nearby but no restrooms on the viewpoint itself.

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