What to do and see in Province of Granada, Andalucia: The Best Shopping

November 29, 2021 Yuk Petri

There’s an Arabic inscription that captures the essence of Granada in a few words: “There is nothing so sad as to be blind in Granada.” The perspicacity of this declaration becomes obvious as soon as you penetrate the austere walls of the Alhambra and take in the full majesty of the architecture, carvings and fountains of the Nasrid palaces. Your ticket (which should be bought well in advance following the instructions on the attraction’s website) also affords entry to the Renaissance Palace of Carlos V and to the exquisite gardens of the Generalife. If you are celebrating a special event, or are in the market for a splurge, you can stay in the lovely Parador, right on site. Make your way down into the city via the atmospheric old quarter of the Albaicin, with its tiny craft shops and restaurants, and head for the Cathedral and Royal Chapel. Also plan a visit to the crypt for the tombs of Ferdinand and Isabella, the instigators of Spain’s imperial adventures to the New World and beyond. It’s worth making the short journey out of town to visit the Monasterio Cartuja, a fabulous Carthusian monastery in the baroque style. Admirers of the poet Lorca should make the effort to visit the Casa-Museo Federico Garcia Lorca in Fuente Vaqueros, about 11 miles from the city centre.
Restaurants in Province of Granada

1. Artesania Del Arbol

Plaza del Arquitecto Garcia de Paredes s/n, 18009 Granada Spain +34 619 23 81 65 [email protected] http://www.delarbol.net
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5.0 based on 205 reviews

Artesania Del Arbol

After years of experience working on taracea we are able now to manufacture pieces similar to the majestic furniture of the Alhambra. We decorate interior rooms with ornaments in the "mudejar"style, paneling, doors, furniture, etc., using techniques like the taracea, carvings, embossed leather, gilding, polychroming, cast iron and others; techniques accumulated over our years of experience recreating a proper granadian style or even european style.

Reviewed By EdmundoM555 - Trujillo, Peru

No way to miss this incredible oriental bazaar before or after your visit to Alhambra. The "taracea" techniques show beautiful designs on furniture and home artefacts. María the owner belongs to family with a centuries-old artisan tradition in Granada. Don't miss her beautiful "carmen" in front of the Alhambra Palace hotel.

2. Munira Leather

Plaza Nueva 15, 18009 Granada Spain +34 958 21 65 31 [email protected] http://www.munira.net
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5.0 based on 125 reviews

Munira Leather

Munira Mendonca, from California, began working with leather in the 70’s when she arrived to Bubion, a village in southern Spain, in the province of Granada. It was there that she learned and developed a passion for this traditional craft.Now we find her workshop in the lovely old city of Granada where Islamic art pervades. This influence is strong in “Munira” products. Over the years the workshop has become a family business which designs and hand crafts its unique range of leather articles. The actual height of expression has been achieved through the use of ancient embossing and polychrome techniques that survive, at least in Granada, in the hands of the last master, Diego Campos Mariscal. Munira is both proud of and profoundly grateful for his teaching and collaboration. Our study of ancient designs and calligraphies as well as our use of traditional tools situate our items well within the leather tradition of Spain; a rich but dying tradition that spans many hundreds of years.

Reviewed By marybeths664 - St. Albert, Canada

We were shopping for “made in Spain” gifts and happened on Munira, and so happy we did. We purchased a lovely pair of Murano glass and silver earrings the first visit, then went back the next day for a silver traditional Spanish style pendant. Carmen was SO lovely and helpful in making our decisions, and showed several options for our perusal. She was genuinely interested in assisting us and most pleasant. The store is not to be missed if you like authentic and beautiful items either for yourself or for gifts. If we are fortunate enough to return to Granada we will certainly be back.

3. Telar de Jarapas Hilacar ArtesAna

Calle de La Carretera 29, 18412 Bubion Spain +34 658 10 65 76 [email protected] http://www.jarapahilacar.com
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Telar de Jarapas Hilacar ArtesAna

The ”Artisan for one day” course is an introduction to weaving a “jarapa” rug on a manual loom and a way of getting a feeling for the workshop and the fabric, in which you will be able to weave a rug using the colours of your choice and the design you like best. It is a chance to make a rug with your own hands which you will then be able to enjoy with the satisfaction that you wove it.

4. Chocolates Sierra Nevada

Paseo Maritimo n 5, 18414 Pitres, La Taha Spain +34 958 76 63 61 [email protected] http://www.chocolatesierranevada.com
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Chocolates Sierra Nevada

artisan chocolate factory in the heart of the Alpujarras , particularly in Pitres , where you can see and taste all the products we produce . We also have two services and cafeteria service .

Reviewed By koekw - Velez-Malaga, Spain

As we where in the neighborhood at Trevélez we decided to pass by specially after reading great reviews. Wooow nothing was exaggerated it’s a great small shop where you can see even how they make the chocolates. Ofcourse we bought more than enough for the whole town. Taste Ed all and bought our favorites. Advise don’t come with a full storage. All chocolates are home made artisan, and products used of the area. The fig chocolates with liquor are the best as the milk chocolate with honey. They speak a bit English but with basic spanish your good as well. The prices are actually quite cheap for what you get. Entrance free, free tastings and no obligation to buy. You can pay by card as well.

5. Kitty Harri's Sculpture Garden

Km 3 on GR-5300, 18699 Jete Spain +34 609 70 62 10 [email protected] http://kittyharri.com
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Kitty Harri's Sculpture Garden

A not-for-profit association for the promotion of art and music. A Sculpture Garden with up to 200 sculptures from international artists set in a Botanical Garden, often featuring live Baroque music. Open only by appointment - please contact by phone or email to arrange a date and time.

Reviewed By CandisT_12 - Fareham, United Kingdom

Spent a lovely couple of hours here, terrific views over the area, lots of great sculptures, each one telling a story, love bar area for wine and tapas...great value for money ..highly recommended... parking a bit of a nightmare but worth it

6. Casa Museo Juan Mar

Calle de Carmen 11, 18816 Castril De La Pena Spain http://www.facebook.com/juanmarcolor/
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Casa Museo Juan Mar

7. Galeria Alea

Carrera del Darro 51 Local 1, 18010 Granada Spain +34 958 07 00 69 [email protected] http://www.galeria-alea.com/en/
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5.0 based on 88 reviews

Galeria Alea

Galeria Alea is an art space, a gallery, a shop, an atelier of two artists, Eugen Badurina and Tim Adami, who promote local art though the idea of souvenirs which hare in an accessible price range. The art works are hand made; unique pieces or limited editions of a larger collection; some elegant and some provocative ones.

Reviewed By alissamccue - New York City, United States

I was so happy to stumble upon Alea Galeria with just a few hours to spare on my trip to Granada! Ended up speaking with Roman, one of the artists at the shop, for a considerable amount of time. He was so friendly and gave my travel friend and I a bunch of local things to do in our last few hours. (My only regret is that we found him so late, that we could only squeeze in one or two of his recommendations) I like that he gave us truly local idea's for things to do (I am not into touristy stuff). Also, this is a great place to buy a unique and authentic Granada souvenir. I got a gorgeous gold plated bracelet that I am totally obsessed with. Also, the art prints at this spot are out of this world! I can't recommend enough! Thank you Alea Galeria!

8. ArtUnity

Calle Churriana de la Vega 4, 18140 La Zubia Spain +34 618 44 07 83 http://www.artunity2014.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

ArtUnity

9. Sabor a Espana

Calle del Horno del Vidrio 1, 18010 Granada Spain +34 957 84 62 94 [email protected] http://www.sabor-espana.com
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5.0 based on 134 reviews

Sabor a Espana

Reviewed By firdosm41 - Greater London, United Kingdom

Walked into the shop and was wowed by all the different sweets n treats.. Amazing staff who helped us in all way and gave us loads of samples to try.. Helped us with our dietary requirements.. Went in to get one thing but came out with a bag full.. Don't forget to try the caramelized coconut.. Above all the prices were very reasonable.. Thanks alot Sabor a espana Granada.

10. Sabor a Espana

Plaza Nueva 14, 18009 Granada Spain +34 957 84 62 94 [email protected] http://www.sabor-espana.com
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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Sabor a Espana

Reviewed By packedandready2go

The shop is conveniently located across from Plaza Nueva. The staff is very friendly and there are lots of free samples to try. I particularly liked the various types of nut brittle.

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