Alcaiceria Market

La Alcaicería, or the "Silk Market," is a historic bazaar in the heart of Granada near the Cathedral. Once a bustling Moorish silk market, it now houses narrow streets lined with shops selling souvenirs, ceramics, textiles, and traditional crafts. It is one of the most popular destinations in the city among the visitors.

An old Moorish market existed in this location before the 1843 fire destroyed everything. La Alcaiceria is just a mere recreation of that traditional Arab market area. Situated close to the Cathedral of Granada, the souk runs from the Plaza Alonso Cano on the Calle de la Alcaiceria. One can get lost in the maze like streets, that are connected to each other from different areas. It was once the major silk and spices market. In present times, there are only souvenir and craft stalls present on those narrow lanes. Plaza Bib Rambla lies next to the souk which is a happening public square. There is a beautiful fountain in the centre of the square.