1. Consider a Discount Card
Discount cards can get you inexpensive, or even free, entry to just about every museum in town. They can save you a fortune if you're a particularly ambitious tourist and get a lot done in a day. For some, the card will not be worth the price, but if you plan on seeing a lot of attractions in a day, work out how many attractions you're likely to get through in a day and see if the card is worth it for you.
2. Visit Museums on Their Free Days
What's better than cheap? Free! Lots of museums in Spain are free on certain days or at certain times in the day. You'll find them to be at lot busier at this time, but don't let that put you off - you can always go again!
3. When in Granada, Eat Tapas
It’s very possible that in Granada, you can actually eat for free! With every small (usually alcoholic) drink you buy at a Granada bar, you’ll get something to eat. While at some bars, you may only get small dishes, others offer very generous portions like a burger and fries! Granada isn't the only place in Spain where you can get tapas for free, but it is probably the best.
4. Business hours
The typical Spanish business day is generally cut into two by the lunch period. Many stores, for example, are open from about 9 am until 2:30 pm and then again from around 5pm until 9pm.
5. Know How to Tip
Tipping in restaurants is optional. Restaurant menu prices include a service charge, but most people leave some extra change if they're satisfied with their service. If you feel inclined to leave behind a little something, 5% is perfectly fine and 10% is quite generous.
6. Currency Exchange
You can exchange money at airports, banks, travel agencies, and at major hotels; the latter generally has the worst rates. It is always a good idea to travel with some foreign currency and to pick up some euro before arriving in Spain.
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