The International School on Biological of Crystallization will be held in the Conference Room of the Hotel Luna de Granada , in Granada city. Accommodation in this hotel is advisable (See the ‘Accommodation at Hotel Luna de Granada‘ section).
HOW TO GET TO GRANADA
Although some European cities have direct flights to Granada airport, most attendees will enter Spain via Madrid, Malaga or Barcelona Airport.
From Malaga Airport
There are buses from Malaga airport to Granada every two hours approximately running from 8:30 in the morning to 20:45 in the evening. Granada is about one hour and a half driving distance by car. So, another option is to hire a car. A taxi from Malaga airport to Granada will cost approximately 175 euros.
From Madrid Airport
The easiest way to get to Granada from Madrid Airport is by plane. There are regular flights from Madrid every day and it takes about 1h. There are also regular buses every hour from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada. The trip takes about 5 hours and costs approximately 20-40 euros. From Atocha train station in Madrid there are four trains running every day to Granada and it takes about 4h.
From Barcelona Airport
There are regular flights from Barcelona to Granada every day and it takes about 1h.
HOW TO REACH THE VENUE (HOTEL ABADES NEVADA PALACE)
On the link below you will find all the necessary information to reach the Hotel according to the different transportations you might use.
USEFUL LINKS
Airports:
Granada Airport (http://www.granadaairport.com/)
Madrid Airport (http://www.aeropuertomadrid-barajas.com/eng/home.html)
Málaga Airport (http://www.airport-malaga.com/)
Barcelona Airport (http://www.barcelona-airport.com/)
Buses:
National Buses (Alsa) (http://www.alsa.es/en/)
Granada local buses (http://www.transportesrober.com/transporte/lineas.htm#)
Bus from Granada Airport to city centre (http://www.lovegranada.com/transport/granada-airport-buses/)
Trains (Renfe) (https://www.renfe.com/es/en)
Practical Info
PASSPORTS AND VISAS
On the Spanish Foreign Office you can access all the Spanish Embassies and Consulates all around the world, just click on your country. (Information in the Spanish Foreign Office website is in Spanish).
EU Citizens from Schengen Agreement, and most EU Citizen do not need a passport. Citizens from other countries entering Spain must have a valid passport. In addition, persons coming from certain countries must have a visa issued by a Spanish consulate in their country. Please be aware that in some cases, it takes more than one month to obtain a visa. For details, please inquire at your nearest Spanish Embassy or Consulate.
Non EU residents who will export their holiday purchases may be able to reclaim the VAT paid at time of purchase. Larger departmant stores such as the Corte Ingles will help with the paperwork. In short, complete an application form at time of purchase, have this stamped by customs on departure, post this copy back to the shop who will make the refund probably to your credit card.
CURRENCY
Only European Euros are acceptable at stores and restaurants in Spain.
There are coins of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 cents and 1 , 2 Euro.
Note denominations are 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 Euro.
The best rates for Euros currency and travelers’ cheques are obtained at banks where there is no commission on buying Euros with cash. There are Bureaux de Change which operate in the main resorts and are open outside banking hours. You can exchange money at the airport, foreign exchange banks, and other authorized exchanges upon presentation of your passport. For the exchange rate of the Euro you can visit the European Central Bank.
CREDIT CARDS AND TRAVELER’S CHEQUES
All major credit cards are accepted by many businesses. Perhaps American Express and Diners Club are less common than Visa and Mastercard. Smaller restaurants and bars generally only accept cash.
BANKING
Most banks are available for foreign currency exchange transactions from 9:00 to 14:00 on weekdays.
TIPPING
Tipping in Spain at places such as restaurants, bars and hotels, taxis, is opcional.
TAX
21% VAT is usually included in your bill.
INSURANCE
Participants are advised to provide their own travel insurance, as the Organizing Committee will assume no responsibility for personal accidents, sickness, theft or property damage.
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
Spain operates on 230 V 50 Hz for electrical appliances. For more information about Electric Power in Spain, click here to visit this Web Site.
Top Granada
TOP SIGHTS
- Alhambra
- Patio de los Arrayanes
- Patio de los Leones
- Generalife
- Cathedral
- Capilla Real
- Plaza Bib-Rambla
- Alcaizería
- Corral del Carbón
- Monasterio de San Jerónimo
- Monasterio de la Cartuja
TOP ROUTES
Granada is best discovered if you visit it on foot. Start at Plaza Nueva and go the length of the Carrera del Darro and the Paseo de los Tristes, alongside the River Darro, in a charming succession of bridges, convents an palatial houses, at the foot of the Alhambra hill. The Real Chancillera, the Church of Santa Ana, the Bañuelo, the Cad Bridge or the Archaeological Museum are well worth stopping at.
For a genuine ramble nothing beats the labyrinth of the Albaicín, and you will immediatly see why it is a World Heritage Site. There is magic in every corner, and you can easily lose yourself amid its small squares, carmens and astounding views. The most usual place to admire the Alhambra is from the Mirador de San Nicolás, but you can also choose your own personal spot.
An another stroll, which in itself is a destination, will take you to the Sacromonte, an area filled with pathways, prickly pear bushes an spectacular viewpoints, replete with true flavour and a flamenco feel. You will just love its cave-homes and its curious landscape.
Treat yourself to an afternoon in the Realejo district: you will come across the Carmen de los Mártires and the Carmen de la Fundación Rodríguez Acosta, among other treasures, both harbouring two of the prettiest and delightful gardens in the whole city. As you stroll downhill and towards the centre, your are within reach of many other interesting places: the small square of the Puerta del Sol, the Campo del Príncipe, or Santo Domingo.
TOP PLEASURES
For a refreshing dose of relaxation, you cannot beat a couple of hours in a hamman or Arab bath: both your body and soul will thank you for it. Continue with a tea in the Caldería an let the night carry you away around the streets of Elvira, Plaza Nueva and Paseo de los Tristes: the best way to get into the spirit is to dine outside in a night-time ambience that has made Granada famous the world over, and which, if you are not careful, will only end at daybreak.
CITY PASS
The tourist voucher offers the possibility of visiting the monuments of Granada of greatest interest to tourists in the most convenient and advantageous way: with direct entry any day of the week in which five days the voucher is valid, and with a 30% saving in the normal ticket price. The voucher also includes 10 bus trips in any of the microbuses and other city bus services. At the same time it offers the option of visits to the Archaeological Museum and Fine Arts Museum with a 25% discount of the normal price and discounts on Cicerone Guided Tours and Audio Guide.
Price of the tourist voucher: 30.0 More information: Turgranada
Monuments
MONASTERIO DE LA CARTUJA
Address: Monasterio de la Cartuja, s/n
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 16 19 32
Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 10:00 to 13:00 h and 15:30 to 18:00 h.
Sunday 10:00 to 12:00 h and 15:30 to 18:00 h.
Price: 3,50 €
CATEDRAL DE GRANADA
Address: Gran Vía, 5
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 29 59
Opening hours:
Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 13:30 h and 16:00 to 19:00 h.
Sunday morning closed
Price: 3,50 €
PATRONATO DE LA ALHAMBRA Y GENERALIFE
Address: Real, s/n (Recinto de la Alhambra)
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 902 44 12 21
Information and Ticket: Alhambra-tickets
Exhibitions
PARQUE DE LAS CIENCIAS DE GRANADA
Address: Avenida del Mediterráneo, s/n
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 13 19 00
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 to 19:00 h., Sundays: 10:00 to 15:00 h.
Price:
Standard ticket Museum: 5.5 € – Standard ticket Planetarium: 2.5 €
Reduced-price ticket Museum: 4.5 € – Reduced-price Planetarium: 2 €
School group ticket Museum: 4 € – School group ticket Planetarium: 2 €
Reduced price: Over 65’s, under 18’s and organised groups of over 15 people
HUERTA DE SAN VICENTE. CASA MUSEO FEDERICO GARCÍA LORCA
Address: Calle de la Virgen Blanca, s/n.
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 25 84 66
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Mornings: 10:00 to 12:30 h., Evenings: 17:00 to 19:30 h.
Price: Wednesday: Free, Rest: 3.00 € per person.
CENTRO CULTURAL MANUEL DE FALLA
Address: Paseo de los Mártires, s/n .
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 21 88
Imformation and Ticket: Manuel de falla
CENTRO JOSÉ GUERRERO
Address: Oficios, 8
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 51 85
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 to 14:00 h and 19:00 to 21:00 h.
Sunday 11:00 to 14:00 h.
Price: Free.
CENTRO MUNICIPAL DE ARTE JOVEN REY CHICO
Address: Paseo de los tristes, cuesta de los chinos
Dates: Everyday
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday 12:00 to 14:00 h and 18:00 to 21:00 h.
Price: Free.
Museums
MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO Y ETNOLÓGICO DE GRANADA
Address: Carrera del Darro, 43
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 56 03 and 958 22 56 40
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Tuesday 14:30 to 18:00 h.
Wednesday to Saturday 09:00 to 18:00 h.
Sunday 09:00 to 14:30 h.
Price: Free for Spanish and EU Citizens, Other Countries: 1,50 €
MUSEO DE BELLAS ARTES DE GRANADA
Address: Palacio de Carlos V
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 48 43 and 958 22 14 49
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Tuesday 14:30 to 20:00 h.
Wednesday to Saturday 09:00 to 20:00 h.
Sunday 09:00 to 14:30 h.
Price: Free for Spanish and EU Citizens, Other Countries: 1,50 €
MUSEO DE LA ALHAMBRA
Address: Palacio de Carlos V
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 75 25
Opening hours:
Monday closed.
Tuesday 14:30 to 20:30 h.
Wednesday to Saturday 09:00 to 20:30 h.
Sunday 09:00 to 14:30 h.
Price: Free.
MUSEO CAPILLA REAL
Address: Oficios, 3
Dates: Everyday
Tel: 958 22 92 39
Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 10:30 to 13:00 h and 16:00 to 19:00 h.
Sunday 11:00 to 13:00 h and 16:00 to 19:00 h.
Price: 3,00 €