Eat tapas, drink, and be merry in five picturesque plazas at the heights of the Upper Albaicin.

Enjoy the view of the Alhambra Palace from San Nicolas Square. See where the locals go for tapas and explore the authentic tastes of Granada.

Drink in spectacular views of the city of Granada below.

Bask in the incomparable ambiance of the historic Albaicin.

The tapas bars named, and many others en route, offer free tapas when you buy a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. But the rules for free tapas in Granada can change during peak times and can depend on where you sit. Always double-check the "free tapas" situation with the waiter before you sit down to avoid disappointment.

Granada gets incredibly hot during the summer. Always check the weather forecast before you depart and take water with you.