Sacromonte: The enigma of the Plumbing Books
Discover the exciting history of Sacromonte treasures, martyrs, gypsy and flamenco dance and music, a declared intangible world heritage.



The Plumbing Books enigma, an exciting history in a picturesque neighbourhood. Suitable for children older than 10 years
What are the Plumbing Books? Who wrote them and why? Discover the fascinating answers while you stroll through this picturesque neighbourhood.
Discover the origin of the flamenco and caves with the most spectacular views! Flamenco was declared an intangible heritage of humanity, its unknown origins are a fascinating mixture of many cultures.
Stroll between the caves, where the gypsies settled, danced and sang flamenco for the first time and discover this interesting and unknown history that will help you better understand the city, its culture and its people.
Enjoy this quiet and fascinating neighbourhood away from the tourist crowds. A mixture between walking, beautiful views and enigmatic history!

Important
- Meeting point: The San Miguel Alto hermitage
- Do not forget this tour is a mixture between walking and cultural history:
- Comfortable shoes
- Cap or hat
- Sunscreen (salvo nocturnas)
- Water
- We can adapt the visit for families or schools with children between 10 and 14 years
Recommendations
Meeting point: The San Miguel Alto hermitage
How to get there: We recommend taking a taxi. This tour starts in the high part of the town and it ends in the low part. Please note that parking in the historic center is difficult and expensive
Radiotaxi Granada: 958 280 00
Public transport
Bus N9 the bus stop is in Avenida de la Constitución 2.
More information Autobuses Rober Granada lines and shedules
Customer service tf: 958 22 04 50.
- Meeting point: The San Miguel Alto hermitage
- Location: Sacromonte neighbourhood
- Duration: 3 hours
- Itinerary
- Mirador de San Miguel Alto
- Abadía del Sacromonte
- Vereda de Enmedio
- Carmen de las Cuevas
- Cuesta del Chapiz
- Paseo de los Tristes
- Time: All year, especially recommended in spring