Puerta de Elvira, Granada

Name: Puerta de Elvira
Address: Pl. del Triunfo, Granada, Spain

#23 among attractions in Granada

Monuments and statues, Historical place, City gate

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The Gate of Elvira is an arch located in Granada, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1896. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°10'56"N, 3°35'58"W

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Pl. del TriunfoCentro de Granada (Centro - Sagrario)Granada Spain

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Day trips

Puerta de Elvira – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of Granada, Royal Chapel, Albaicín, El Bañuelo.

0.4 miS
Ornate cathedral with an elegant dome
Cathedral of Granada, Granada
10 min walk • The Cathedral of Granada, a majestic testament to Spanish Renaissance architecture, stands proudly in the heart of Granada, Spain. This grand church, officially known as the Cathedral of the Incarnation, is not only a place of worship but also an emblem of the city’s...
0.4 miS
Ornate burial site of Catholic kings
Royal Chapel, Granada
11 min walk • The Royal Chapel of Granada, situated in the heart of the Andalusian city, stands as an exquisite testament to Spanish Gothic architecture and a sacred site holding significant historical importance. Constructed between 1505 and 1517, the chapel serves as the final...
~830 ftSE
, Street
Albaicín, Granada
5 min walk • Perched on a hill overlooking the city of Granada, the Albaicín is a historic district renowned for its narrow winding streets, whitewashed houses, and the remnants of its Moorish past. A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1984, this ancient Moorish quarter tells the...
0.4 miSE
Historical place
El Bañuelo, Granada
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Granada, Spain, El Bañuelo stands as a testament to the city's rich Moorish history. This well-preserved Hammam, or Arab bathhouse, dates back to the 11th century and is one of the oldest surviving examples of its kind in Spain.
0.5 miSE
Palace, History museum, Historical place
Castril Palace, Granada
13 min walk • The Castril Palace, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Granada, Spain, offers a glimpse into the city's storied past. This historic palace, located within walking distance of the famous Alhambra, serves as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Granada.
~1730 ftSW
Ornate 1500s monastery and cloisters
Monasterio de San Jerónimo, Granada
9 min walk • The Royal Monastery of St. Jerome is a Roman Catholic Hieronymite monastery in Granada, Spain. Architecturally, it is in the Renaissance style. The church, famous for its architecture, was the first in the world consecrated to the Immaculate Conception of Mary.
0.5 miS
Museum, Architecture, Vernacular architecture
Corral del Carbón, Granada
13 min walk • The Corral del Carbón, originally al-Funduq al-Jadida, is a 14th-century historic building in the Spanish city of Granada. It is the only Nasrid alhóndiga or funduq preserved in the Iberian peninsula. The building is located south of the Albaicin quarter, near the present-day Cathedral.
0.4 miSE
Museum
Palace of the Forgotten, Granada
11 min walk • The Palace of the Forgotten is a museum in Granada, Spain, dedicated to the Spanish Inquisition, Jewish history, and Granada's and Andalusia's heritage.
0.4 miS
Cultural center in a circa-1300s space
Madrasa of Granada, Granada
11 min walk • The Madrasa of Granada was a madrasa in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. It was founded in 1349 by the Nasrid monarch Yusuf I, Sultan of Granada.
0.5 miSE
Historical place, City gate
Gate of the Pomegranates, Granada
14 min walk • The Gate of the Pomegranates is an historical access point of a pathway that leads through the Forest of the Alhambra to the Nasrid palace that is the Alhambra, located in the city of Granada, Spain. The path starts in the city centre, Plaza Nueva, and continues up the Cuesta de Gomérez, before reaching the monument.
~900 ftE
Palace, Historical place
Dar al-Horra, Granada
5 min walk • Dar al-Horra is a former 15th-century Nasrid palace located in the Albaicín quarter of Granada, Spain. Since the early 16th century it was used as part of the Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real. It is now a historic monument.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Puerta de Elvira?

Nearby attractions include Puerta Monaita, Granada (3 min walk), Albaicín, Granada (5 min walk), Dar al-Horra, Granada (5 min walk), University of Granada, Granada (6 min walk).

How to get to Puerta de Elvira by public transport?

The nearest stations to Puerta de Elvira:

Bus

Arco de Elvira 4 • Lines: C31, C32 (2 min walk)
Profesor Emilio Orozco • Lines: 0110, 0305 (2 min walk)

Tram

Estación Ferrocarril • Lines: L1 (13 min walk)
Universidad • Lines: L1 (13 min walk)

Train

Granada (16 min walk)