Corral del Carbón
Spain's best-preserved Islamic-era caravanserai, with a 14th-century entrance arch decorated with muqarnas. Entry is free.
The Corral del Carbón was built in the early 14th century as a caravanserai, a lodging and storage place for Arab merchants. Under Christian rule it was used as a coal warehouse and a theatre, which gave it its name. The tall horseshoe arch is covered with muqarnas carvings. Inside, a square courtyard with a pool is surrounded by three levels of galleries. Today it houses a tourist information point and cultural activity spaces. Entry is free. It is a three-minute walk from the cathedral, so it is easy to fit into a route.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–20:00 (shorter on Sundays)
Nearby sights
- Alcaicería
- Calle Navas Tapas Street
- Granada Cathedral
- Royal Chapel of Granada
- Plaza Nueva
- Calle Calderería Nueva
- Realejo
- Carrera del Darro & Paseo de los Tristes