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The 15 Best Castle & Palace Tours in Spain

133 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Spain is three Moorish palaces and a hill fort in every direction. These 15 cover Granada, Seville and Cordoba, the Alcazar of Segovia, and the day trips that reach them from Madrid or the coast.

Seville: Royal Alcázar Entry Ticket - The Moorish foundations and Christian palace
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Seville: Royal Alcázar Entry Ticket

1.Seville: Royal Alcázar Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28,378 reviews · 1 day · from $23Our pick

Enter Seville’s Royal Alcázar through the online-ticket line at Puerta del León and explore at your own pace. See Moorish and Christian architecture, the Palace of King Pedro, expansive gardens, tiled rooms, and Game of Thrones filming locations. This is an entry ticket, not a guided tour.

“Gorgeous building. It seemed like a lot of works were going on so the normal routes suggested by online tour map weren’t accurate. Still decent information from the free audio guide. Could easily spend hours and hours here.”

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Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets - The Nasrid Palaces Reveal the Alhambra’s Finest Work
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Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

2.Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19,801 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Explore the Alhambra in three hours with reserved entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife, Alcazaba, Palace of Charles V, and Mosque Baths. A live guide such as Antonio, Patricia, or Christina may lead the visit in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian. Small-group options are available.

“Christina was our tour guide and she was excellent. she was knowledgeable and was very engaging. Even though it was raining, she kept us onterested. extremely”

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Granada: Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket - Getting from the entrance to the Nasrid Palaces
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Granada: Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket

3.Granada: Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15,130 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Use your day ticket to explore the Alhambra at your own pace, including the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, Generalife Gardens, Palace of Charles V, and Mosque Baths. Your fixed time is for the Nasrid Palaces, not the whole complex, so arrive early and allow at least three hours.

“The place is huge and you need to budget at least 3 to 4 hours to see everything. It is quite beautiful and has amazing views of Granada.”

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Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour - Meeting near the Archivo de Indias
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Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour

4.Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,525 reviews · 3 hours · from $64Top rated

Join a local guide such as Maria, Lourdes, Lou, or Concha for Seville’s Cathedral, Giralda, and Royal Alcázar. You’ll skip the main queues, climb the Giralda’s 34 ramps, hear clearly through a radio headset, and finish with time in the palace gardens.

“Ana was a really nice guide. She was very patient and explained everything in a best and interesting way. I was really happy with her and suggest her.”

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Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour - Starting near Seville Cathedral
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Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

5.Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,560 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $65

Spend 2.5 hours with a live guide at Seville Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Alcazar. You will see the Patio de Doncellas, learn how Christian, Islamic, and royal power shaped Seville, and use separate entrances at both major sights. Guides such as Joseph, Maria, and Jose Miguel are praised for clear stories and humor.

“Today’s tour with Joseph was so, so cool. He has an amazing and really funny sense of humor, which made the whole experience even better. Time absolutely flew by he shared so much information and showed us so many interesting things along the way. Just one small note: as a huge Game of Thrones fan, and knowing that there were quite a few filming locations connected to the show, I would have loved to hear a bit more about Game of Thrones or maybe see some pictures and really imagine specific scenes from the series. That would have made an already great tour even more special😊”

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Granada: Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour - Meeting at the ticket-office square
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Granada: Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour

6.Granada: Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,313 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours exploring the Alhambra, from the Court of the Lions and Nasrid Palaces to the Alcazaba and Generalife Gardens. A professional guide leads small groups in English, French, or Spanish, with audio equipment, timed palace entry, and helpful context about Granada’s Muslim past.

“Jose was very entertaining and gave us very very informativ information and insights. One of the best guide we had!”

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Madrid: Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral - Segovia’s aqueduct gives you instant perspective
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Madrid: Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral

7.Madrid: Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,797 reviews · 12 hours · from $48

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Madrid to Segovia and Toledo with IBE TOURS. Expect guided walks, free time, the Roman aqueduct, Alcázar entry, and an optional Toledo Cathedral visit. Guides such as Mateo, Benny, and Maria lead bilingual groups in English and Spanish.

“This is the best way to do see both cities. It is not worth it to do it ok your own. We were lucky to be on a coach/bus that was not full. It has plenty of space and we had a group of about 10 to 15 people. We didn’t have to worry about anything, just making sure we were back at the coach/bus before it left. It was so easy. We looked into visiting these cities on our own and it looked like a lot of unnecessary stress. We visited on a very busy weekend in Madrid and there were so many people visiting Toledo and Segovia. Our…”

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Seville: Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour - Seville Cathedral: scale, faith, and Columbus’s tomb
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Seville: Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour

8.Seville: Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,563 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $64

See Seville’s Cathedral, Giralda, and Real Alcázar with a professional guide in 2.5 to 3 hours. Expect Moorish and Christian architecture, Columbus’s tomb, royal gardens, panoramic views, and Game of Thrones filming sites. Guides include Melissa, Carolina, Adriana, and Irene.

“Really enjoyed the tour, Carolena was brilliant at telling us all about the palace and Cathedral. You can tell she really enjoys her job. Thank you.”

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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option - The Alhambra complex, where Granada’s story comes together
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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

9.Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7,022 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35

Explore Granada’s Alhambra with an official guide such as Hector, Carlos, or Antonio. Choose the full visit with Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens, or tour the forest, gates, Charles V Palace, and courtyards without interior tickets.

“Alberto was excellent and very knowledgeable. a great way to see the Alhambra, would highly recommend”

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Granada: Alhambra Entry Ticket with Audio Guide - Finding the Welcome Visitor Centre on Paseo de la Sabika
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Granada: Alhambra Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

10.Granada: Alhambra Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 5,950 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $66

Visit the Alhambra complex independently with entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens. Collect your ticket and audio guide at Granavision’s Welcome Visitor Centre, then use GPS commentary in six languages. Bring your passport and headphones, and allow extra time beyond the listed 3.5 hours.

“The returning of the audio guide within a time period was a bit of a nuisance but it was excellent service”

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Madrid: Toledo & Segovia Tour w/ Cathedral, Alcazar & Lunch - The coach ride from Madrid
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Madrid: Toledo & Segovia Tour w/ Cathedral, Alcazar & Lunch

11.Madrid: Toledo & Segovia Tour w/ Cathedral, Alcazar & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,846 reviews · 11 hours · from $46

Travel by coach from Madrid to Toledo and Segovia with English or Spanish guides. See Toledo from Mirador del Valle, walk its old quarter, then visit Segovia’s aqueduct, cathedral, and Alcázar. Add entry tickets and a traditional lunch if you want a simpler, more complete day.

“My guide was extremely knowledgeable and made every part of the trip interesting I learned a lot of history and genuinely enjoyed my time”

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Córdoba: Jewish Quarter, Mosque, and Alcázar Tour - Walking the Judería and Calleja de la Hoguera
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Córdoba: Jewish Quarter, Mosque, and Alcázar Tour

12.Córdoba: Jewish Quarter, Mosque, and Alcázar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,143 reviews · 4 hours · from $48

Spend three to four hours with a monolingual guide exploring Córdoba’s Mosque-Cathedral, Jewish Quarter, Synagogue, Caliphal Baths, and, when open, the Alcázar. Guides such as Jaime, Lola, Susanna, and Lorena bring the monuments to life with clear history, local stories, and humor.

“The tour was fabulous. Our guide, Jamie, was very knowledgeable, engaging, and humorous. He really made the tour both educational and fun. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Cordoba.”

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Seville: Alcázar and Cathedral Entry Ticket and Guided Tour - Meeting at Plaza del Triunfo
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Seville: Alcázar and Cathedral Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

13.Seville: Alcázar and Cathedral Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,056 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Spend three hours with an official guide at Seville’s Alcázar and Cathedral, using a personal audio system to follow the commentary. Explore royal palaces and gardens, then see the former mosque and climb Giralda for city views. Guides may include Javier, Jesús, Fernando, Maria, or Adrián.

“Great tour I think the tour guide is very nice and friendly. Thank you”

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Fast-Track Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour - Starting at the Alhambra access pavilion
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Fast-Track Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour

14.Fast-Track Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,014 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Join Granada a Pie for a three-hour Alhambra tour covering the Nasrid Palaces, Generalife Gardens, Alcazaba, and Charles V Palace. Guides such as Pedro, Isa, Sara, Christian, and Laura bring the complex to life in English, Spanish, German, or French. Bring your passport and comfortable shoes.

“Pedro was very knowledgeable and patient while he masterfully walked us through this large, gorgeous, and historically significant complex. The pace was good, allowing us sufficient time to take in the surroundings, take pictures, and appreciate the overall beauty… All the while moving us along, so we could see the next wonderful room, garden, or hidden gem”

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Alcazar and Cathedral of Seville Tour with Skip the Line Tickets - The Giralda: a 25-minute climb for city views
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Alcazar and Cathedral of Seville Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

15.Alcazar and Cathedral of Seville Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,579 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about four hours with a local English-speaking guide at Seville Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Royal Alcazar. Skip-the-line tickets, headsets, and entry to both UNESCO-listed monuments are included. Guides such as Ivan, Emilio, Ismael, and Alvaro bring the buildings’ Islamic and Christian past to life.

“Our tour guide-Emilio was very knowledgeable and personable. It's a moderately paced tour. Walking to the top of the tower was worth the view.”

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