Due to the fragility of the Nasrid Palace, the number of daily visitors is limited, so in the high season it is advisable to book at least a day in advance.
The on-site ticket office only sells same-day entrances. However there are ways to buy advance tickets:
1.Buy from the BBVA bank in Plaza Isabel Cat�lica. Open 9am - 2pm.
2.Use the Alhambra website www.alhambratickets.com. You will be given a time-band for viewing the Nasrid Palaces & a code number to present at the Alhambra ticket office on the day. Go to the window marked RESERVAS (don�t wait in the much longer ticket queue).
3.Use the telephone booking line - 00 34 902 224 460 (English speakers). As with website bookings you will be given a time band & a code number.
On the day of your visit it is essential to arrive at the ticket office at least 30 minutes ahead of the time of your entrance to the Nasrid Palace as it is a mile walk between the gate and the palaces. If you miss your 30 minute arrival band for entry to the Nasrid Palace, you will not be allowed in!
Tickets are Morning (9.00 �14.00), Afternoon 14.00 � 20.00 or Evening 22.00 � 23.30. The evening ticket is a magical alternative for viewing the Nasrid Palace but (unlike the daytime tickets does not allow you to see the Generalife or the Alcazaba.