Torre de la Vela, Granada

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Torre de la Vela (address: Cuesta de Gomérez, 49) is a place located in Granada (Andalusia autonomous community) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 2461 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 37°10'38"N latitude and 3°35'32"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Torre de la Vela is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Carrera del Darro 33 - Bañuelo (bus, 3 min walk), Recogidas (tram, 23 min walk), Granada (train, 29 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Alcazaba (forts and castles, 1 min walk), Gate of the Pomegranates (historical place, 3 min walk), Centro de Documentación Musical de Andalucía (nightlife, 3 min walk).

Coordinates: 37°10'38"N, 3°35'32"W

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Cuesta de Gomérez, 49Centro de Granada (Realejo - San Matias)Granada Spain

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Torre de la Vela – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alhambra, Partal Palace, Palace of Charles V, Royal Chapel.

~1130 ftE
Fortified hilltop Moorish complex
Alhambra, Granada
6 min walk • The Alhambra is a breathtaking fortress complex located in the city of Granada, Spain, and stands as a testament to the country's rich Moorish history. Perched majestically on a hilltop with a backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the Alhambra is a harmonious blend...
~1070 ftE
Museum
Partal Palace, Granada
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient Alhambra complex in Granada, Spain, the Partal Palace stands as a testament to the rich Moorish heritage that has shaped Andalusian history. Overlooking the Darro Valley and facing the Generalife gardens, this palace is one of the...
~710 ftE
Renaissance palace at Alhambra complex
Palace of Charles V, Granada
4 min walk • The Palace of Charles V is an emblematic Renaissance building located within the famed Alhambra complex in Granada, Spain. This grandiose palace, constructed in the 16th century, stands as a testament to the ambition of Emperor Charles V who wished to establish his...
~1850 ftW
Ornate burial site of Catholic kings
Royal Chapel, Granada
9 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...
~510 ftN
Historical place
El Bañuelo, Granada
3 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.
~1930 ftSW
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo, Granada
10 min walk • The Cuarto Real de Santo Domingo is an often-overlooked gem nestled in the historical city of Granada, Spain. This serene site, which now functions as a museum, offers a glimpse into the city's rich Moorish past. The Cuarto Real, meaning 'Royal Room', is part of a...
~570 ftN
Palace, History museum, Historical place
Castril Palace, Granada
3 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.
~1830 ftSW
Museum, Architecture, Vernacular architecture
Corral del Carbón, Granada
9 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.
~670 ftNW
Museum
Palace of the Forgotten, Granada
4 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.
~1770 ftW
Cultural center in a circa-1300s space
Madrasa of Granada, Granada
9 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.
~430 ftSW
Historical place, City gate
Gate of the Pomegranates, Granada
3 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Torre de la Vela?

Nearby attractions include Alcazaba, Granada (1 min walk), Gate of the Pomegranates, Granada (3 min walk), El Bañuelo, Granada (3 min walk), Castril Palace, Granada (3 min walk).

How to get to Torre de la Vela by public transport?

The nearest stations to Torre de la Vela:

Bus

Carrera del Darro 33 - Bañuelo • Lines: C31, C32, C34 (3 min walk)
Cuesta Gomérez • Lines: Granada City Tour - Ruta Diurna (3 min walk)

Tram

Recogidas • Lines: L1 (23 min walk)
Universidad • Lines: L1 (24 min walk)

Train

Granada (29 min walk)