Granada vs Split

Granada

Granada has a semi-arid continental climate — hot, dry summers and cold winters. It's one of Spain's coldest provincial capitals in winter due to elevation (738m above sea level) and proximity to the Sierra Nevada. Summers are extreme with temperatures regularly above 38°C; the surrounding plains can hit 42°C. Spring and autumn are excellent. Rainfall is low (only around 350mm annually) but concentrated in winter and spring.

Split

Split has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. It enjoys over 2,600 hours of sunshine per year — one of the sunniest cities in Europe.

Granada

Granada is a compact city and most tourist areas are walkable from the historic centre — though some involve significant hills (the Alhambra and Albayzín climbs are steep). The city has a small bus network (LAC). There is no metro. Taxis are inexpensive and widely available. A free electric minibus (Line C3 and C34) serves the Albayzín from Plaza Nueva — invaluable if you want to avoid the steep climb.

Walkability: The historic centre (Centro, Realejo) is very walkable and mostly flat. The Albayzín and Alhambra hill are both steep — plan for significant uphill walking (20–30 minutes each). Wear proper shoes, not flip-flops: the Albayzín cobblestones can be treacherous when wet. In summer, walk to the Alhambra in the early morning before the heat builds.

Split

Split is a compact city that is best explored on foot. Buses serve the wider area, and ferries connect to the islands. No metro or tram system.

Walkability: Excellent — Split is one of the most walkable cities in Croatia. The old town, Riva, beaches, and Marjan Hill are all interconnected on foot. Only the bus station and airport require transport.