Artists in the Alhambra, Art Retreat
An inspiring art retreat for you to paint in the beautiful gardens of the Alhambra, Granada.
This is a rare and inspiring opportunity to paint 'plein-air' in the beautiful surroundings of the Alhambra Gardens in Granada. Enjoy this exciting combination of painting and fabulous day excursions, soaking up the Spanish sunshine. Evening gatherings provide a space for reflection and conversation over delicious homemade Andalucían cuisine, fostering a community of like-minded individuals passionate about art. Make new friends from all over the world who share a passion for plein-air painting, cuisine and culture while you explore your creativity.
An overview
Dates 18th - 28th September 2026 / 10 days
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Our retreats are about much more than painting; they're about connecting with yourself and other like-minded artists. Join us for a transformative experience to enhance your artistic confidence and creativity. An extraordinary opportunity that nourishes your spirit in one of the most stunning areas of the world.
We meet you at Granada train station* in the afternoon on the first day. ( * Depending on your connecting arrival time, we are only a few minutes away ) After arriving at our beautiful accommodation near the Alhambra, enjoy light refreshments over an introduction to your inspiring Artists in the Alhambra Retreat in Andalucia.
Granada - The Alhambra and Generalife
We begin this art retreat in Granada with a visit to the Alhambra. The Alhambra’s stunning Palaces, tranquil gardens and trickling fountains are delightfully refreshing. After your initial visit to the Alhambra, you can choose where you would like to paint within the designated areas specified on your permit. Our fabulous accommodation is within walking distance to the Alhambra palaces and Generalife, making it easy to spend time each day in both.
In the evenings, discover wonderful tapas bars nearby in the Realejo or walk to the Albaycin. From the Plaza San Nicholas, you can enjoy one of the best views of the Alhambra at sunset. Andalucía is the home of flamenco, so there’ll be no shortage of musical performances to enjoy. Sunday is a free morning to explore Granada, with its charming narrow labyrinth of streets and delightful tea houses or join a day excursion to the Alpujarras or Guadix. The peaceful mountainous villages of the Alpujarras and the colourful troglodyte town of Guadix, are all within an hour of Granada, providing such a variety of subject matter that you will be spoilt for choice.
We paint during the mornings and again later in the day when the temperature is cooler, so participants can come and go as their work allows. There will be an opportunity to participate in plein air painting demonstrations and receive tuition if desired.
Mediterranean Cuisine
Enjoy delicious meals with a Mediterranean flair prepared with local seasonal produce. Breakfasts and lunches are inclusive except when we dine out during excursions. After a rewarding day of creativity, we can’t think of any better way to end the day than with a glass or two of Spanish wine or fino accompanied by delicious tapas and wonderful conversation.
Ronda - Breathtaking and Majestic
From Granada, we travel to our fabulous accommodation in the heart of Ronda for the last few days of your art retreat. The ‘Puente Nuevo’ bridge, built in the 18th century, is a masterpiece of engineering, spanning a deep gorge with vertical rock faces on both sides. Ronda is one of our favourite Pueblos Blancos.
Our last day together ends in Ronda. If you prefer to continue your journey to Sevilla ( which is accessible by train from Ronda) or have an alternative destination, please let us know, and we will do our best to help you arrange your trip.
PLEASE NOTE: *Your permit to paint in the Alhambra Gardens ( Generalife) is pre-approved by the Alhambra and we arrange this in advance. A permit is optional and not required to join this art retreat, as there is plenty of subject matter near the Alhambra and within Granada.
Reserve your spot early as participation is limited to a small group on a first-come, first-served basis!
Your facilities and accommodation
Your accommodation is in a beautiful residence in the Realejo, within a 15-minute walk of the Alhambra. All rooms are large with double or twin beds. The villa has a lovely garden with ample room for painting outdoors and multiple conversation areas.