Learn Spanish in Granada

Learn Spanish in Granada, at the foot of the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada.

Granada is one of Spain’s great student cities, full of history, free tapas and life in the streets. You can choose between Enforex Granada, Escuela Montalban, iNMSOL and Proyecto Español Granada.

Why Granada is a great place to learn Spanish

With its large university, Granada is young and affordable, and full of people learning or speaking Spanish. The city is compact, so everything is within walking distance. In many bars you still get a free tapa with your drink, which makes an evening out a great way to practise your Spanish.

  • The Alhambra Visit the Alhambra, one of the most beautiful monuments in Europe, and watch the sunset over it from the Mirador de San Nicolás.
  • Old quarters Wander through the Albaicín, with its white houses and Moorish history, and the Sacromonte, known for its cave houses and flamenco.
  • Mountains and coast Ski in the Sierra Nevada in winter, or head to the coast, just over an hour away, in summer.

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What makes Granada special

Granada is where Moorish and Christian Spain meet, and you feel it everywhere: in the architecture, the tea houses of the Calle Calderería and the flamenco of the Sacromonte. It is a city that inspires many learners to stay longer than planned.

Accommodation in Granada

You can stay with host families or shared apartments with other students. You book your accommodation together with your course; it usually runs from the Sunday before your course starts to the Saturday after it ends, and extra nights can be added.

Frequently asked questions about learning Spanish in Granada

Which Spanish courses can I take in Granada?

Our schools in Granada offer intensive courses, DELE and SIELE exam preparation, courses combining group and private lessons, semi-intensive courses that leave more free time, specialised courses such as Spanish for tourism, medicine or culture and private lessons. Open a school above to see their courses, lessons per week and class sizes, and ask us if you are not sure which course suits you.

When is the best time to learn Spanish in Granada?

Spring and autumn are ideal, with warm days and cool evenings. Summers are hot and dry; winters are sunny but cold at night, with snow on the mountains, a special setting for learning Spanish.

Do I need to book tickets for the Alhambra in advance?

Yes. Tickets for the Nasrid Palaces often sell out weeks ahead, especially in spring and summer, so book online as soon as you know your dates.

Is it true that tapas are free in Granada?

In most traditional bars you still get a free tapa with every drink. It makes going out affordable and is a great way to practise your Spanish with the locals.

Can I ski while studying Spanish in Granada?

Yes. The Sierra Nevada ski resort is about an hour from the city, and the season usually runs from late November to April, so you can combine a winter course with a day on the slopes.

Ready to learn Spanish in Granada?

Book online in a few minutes – there is nothing to pay until the school has confirmed your place. Or ask us: we know every school personally.