It is advisable that visitors know the characteristics and benefits of the Monumental complex before the visit in order to make the most of the visit.

The surface of the walled complex of the Alhambra is 104.697 sq. m. The Generalife (Palace, gardens and orchards) has an extension of 117.378 sq. m.

The length of the usual tour to the Monumental complex is 3.5 km and it takes approximately three hours to visit it.