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Art permeates every facet of Granada, from the majestic Alhambra palace to the vibrant graffiti in the Realejo neighborhood. The city boasts a rich tradition of artisanry, blending Moorish practices like plasterwork, tile, and marquetry with Christian influences such as stained glass and Renaissance architecture. A stroll through Granada's enchanting streets offers an unparalleled visual experience. Extend your artistic journey with a visit to Malaga, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and a flourishing European art hub, where you can explore its most captivating art museums. Enhance your mornings with engaging art workshops, complemented by enriching cultural activities and tours in the afternoons. Unleash your inner artist and embark on an unforgettable adventure in Spain!
Ages: 14 - 18
Minimum Group Size: 4 participants
Maximum Group Size: 10 participants
Focus: Art workshops, Spanish culture
Level of Spanish: A basic level is recommended
Accommodation: Homestay
Airport Code: GRX (Federico Garcia Lorca Airport)
Program Locations: Granada, Malaga
Room & Board | Onsite Directors | Art Workshops | Excursions | Cultural Activities | Airport Transfers | International Medical Insurance
Experience a variety of daily art workshops unique to Granada.
Take a traditional Spanish cooking class.
Enjoy cultural activities to experience first-hand the magic of Granada.
See a live flamenco performance in a gypsy cave.
Overnight excursion to Malaga, home of Pablo Picasso, with two afternoons of beach time.
Weekend excursion to Nerja beach with a traditional paella lunch.
Weekend excursion to the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Airport transfers (GRX) by a program director.
Daily hands-on art workshops that are typical to Granada and the region of Andalusia. These include plaster, tile, marquetry, Arabic calligraphy, and geometric painting.
Live with a carefully selected homestay for an immersive cultural experience. All meals provided. Two to three students are placed per home. All home have WiFi.
Cultural activities in Granada occur in the afternoons or evenings with the city itself serving as our educational palette.
Explore the Realejo, one of Granada's most iconic and historic neighborhoods, on a murals tour featuring works by the famous graffiti artist, El Niño de las Pinturas.
Guided tour of the Albaicin, Europe's best preserved Moorish quarter and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Guided tour of the Alhambra, the former palace of the Nasrid kings and Spain's most visited monument.
Take a flamenco dance class and attend a live performance in a gypsy cave! Some of the world's best flamenco artists are from Granada.
Enjoy an overnight excursion to Malaga, the art center of Andalusia. Visit the cathedral, Gibralfaro castle, and Picasso Museum. Relax on Malaga's incredible beaches and enjoy evening shopping on the maritime promenade.
Day excursion to Las Alpujarras: ancient Moorish villages of Roman origin set high in the Sierra Nevada mountains. We will walk from village to village and enjoy a day immersed in nature.
Day excursion to the beach town of Nerja on Spain's Costa Tropical for a day of sun, sand, and paella. We will stop at the beautiful Moorish village of Frigiliana on the way with expansive views of the Mediterranean.
Morning: Breakfast with your homestay and walk to your art workshop.
Midday: Enjoy lunch and siesta at your homestay.
Afternoon: Cultural activities and free time.
Evening: Dinner at homestay, relax, and a get a good night's sleep.