Basilica of San Juan de Dios – Granada’s Baroque Treasure

📍 Address: Calle San Juan de Dios 17 (or 19), 18001 Granada, Spain 🕒 Opening Hours: ­– Mon–Sat: 09:30 – 18:50 (last entry ~30 min before close) ­– Sun: 09:00–11:50 & 13:30–18:50 🎟 Entry Fee: €10 (audio guide + VR included); reduced rates and free entry for under-12s & high-disability visitors Built between 1737–1759, this basilica showcases Granada’s most exuberant Baroque design. Its interior is a spectacle of gold leaf, intricate woodwork, silversmithing, frescoes by Diego Sánchez Sarabia and Italian masters, and a dramatic high dome reaching ~50 m. The silver urn containing St. John of God’s relics sits in a secretive niche behind the main altar—accessible via an ornate stairway. ✅ Why It’s Worth Visiting • Baroque Opulence: Few places match its lavish craftsmanship—gold, frescoes, sculptures, and organs impress at every turn. • Immersive Experience: Ticket includes audio guide and VR exploration; visitors praise its depth: “One of the most impressive places…Take your time…and don’t forget to go upstairs" • Spiritual & Historical Depth: A pilgrimage site housing the remains of its founder, with ties to Granada’s original hospital—still active today. 🎯 Visitor Tips • Devote 40–60 minutes to wander through each chapel and the upstairs camarin. • Book online to skip queues, especially on weekends. • Combine with a visit to the Monastery of San Jerónimo, just 100 m away. • Photography allowed, though flash might be restricted; quiet respect is appreciated #旅行灵感 #旅行酷体验 #极光 #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #极光 #历史古迹 #博物馆