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Seville travel guide
Guide me through Seville
Famous for its extraordinary Mudéjar architecture and exotic flamenco rhythms, the Andalusian jewel Seville will conquer your travel heart within the blink of an eye. Meander through Seville’s narrow streets lined with Roman ruins, Moorish walls, colorful tile-work, and Baroque churches during the daytime, while enjoying the city like a local savoring tapas and cañas when the sun sets.
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Seville Top 5
Plaza de España
Real Alcázar
Metropol Parasol or Las Setas De Sevilla
Jewish Quarter
Catedral de Sevilla
Best things to do in Seville
The Highlights
There is plenty to do in the vibrant Andalusian Metropolis, and here are some of its highlights that you should consider visiting during your stay.
A real architectural gem is Seville’s king’s palace, the Real Alcázar with its exquisite ceramic tiles and lavishly decorated ceilings. Explore its gardens, home to pavilions and peacocks, and let the audio guide lead you through its fascinating history. Don’t forget to book your tickets in advance on the official website!
Another stunning palace is Casa de Pilatos, an Italian Renaissance and Spanish Mudejar-style 16th-century mansion filled with artwork.
Take a stroll through the old Jewish Quarter in the heart of Seville and admire its charming and colorful streets.
Being the biggest gothic Cathedral in Spain and one of the biggest Cathedrals worldwide, this UNESCO sight is worth a visit.
Located inside the Maria Luisa park, Plaza de España impresses with a picturesque canal with bridges and gondolas, the finest tile-work, and a mix of Moorish, Baroque, and Renaissance styles reflected in the buildings. Take a break on one of the tiled benches lining the place and enjoy a free flamenco show if you’re lucky.
For a spectacular bird’s eye view above Seville, visit Metropol Parasol, also called the mushrooms, especially beautiful during sunset.
Being a rather controversial subject, bullfighting in Spain has a long tradition and forms an important part of Andalusian history. Plaza de Toros is considered one of Spain’s finest bullrings and therefore one of Seville’s most popular sights.
Don’t miss your chance to explore the Triana neighborhood and its market on the other side of the river known for its ceramic tiles, spectacular tapas bars, and the individual character the locals give their barrio.
Best food to try in Seville
Local Delicacies
Dear foodies, rejoice because you are going to eat so well in Seville! Go for Andalusian tapas – they are all oh-so-delicious.
Try Jamón Ibérico de Bellota (regional cured ham), Salmorejo (cold tomato soup similar to gazpacho), Solomillo al Whisky (pork in a whisky sauce), Albóndigas de Choco (cuttlefish meatballs) and Espinacas con garbanzos (Spinach with chickpeas) for some tasty local treats.
Part of the Andalusian culture is to go out for a drink with friends or family. Do it like a local and order Vino de Naranja (orange wine) and sherry – perfectly paired with some regional cured cheeses. Buen provecho!
Best travel tips for Seville
Useful travel tips
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Although considered rather small in size for a region’s capital, Seville is extensive and offers a variety of spectacular sights just waiting to be discovered. Find out about the must-sees and check our map for additional attractions if you have some spare time on hand.
Take a free walking tour to learn something about the city’s history and plan which sights you’re going to visit – booking tickets in advance on the official websites is highly recommended!
Be prepared to walk a lot – so grab your comfy shoes and start exploring. When visiting Seville during the summer months, gear yourself up with sunscreen, light clothes, and a hat, the heat and sun can get quite stinging.
A general tip for enjoying Seville most is to prepare your trip in advance since you want to avoid walking long distances between the sights, sold-out tickets to your favorite attractions, and closed restaurants during siesta hours in the afternoon. Especially the latter can get a hungry traveler frustrated.
Check opening hours, ticket availability, and locations first before heading off to your next adventure and you’re on the safe side!
Transportation tips for Seville
Transportation
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Seville’s central neighborhoods are pretty close to one another and can be easily walked. However, public transportation is available in form of an extensive bus network. Seville’s tram system is part of the public bus system and connects to areas out of the city center.
There is an urban bus transport line called EA that connects the city center to the airport and vice versa in approx. 35 minutes. It also connects to the Santa Justa Train Station.
All tickets are purchased on board by the driver.
How to spend 48 hours in Seville
48 hours in Seville
Day 1
- Start your day by visiting the impressive Real Alcázar. Make sure you’ve had a proper breakfast since enjoying the palace at all its glory will take you around four hours.
- Take a stroll through the old Jewish Quarter and grab a quick lunch in one of its charming cafes or restaurants.
- In the afternoon, explore Seville’s stunning Cathedral and neighboring plazas.
- Before dawn, climb up Metropol Parasol and find your perfect spot to watch the sunset while enjoying the view and the mushroom’s funky light show.
- To end your day like a local, have tapas and some cañas (small, ice-cold beer) or a tinto de verano (wine with lemonade) in one of Seville’s plenty of tapas bars.
Day 2
- Grab a coffee and breakfast near your accommodation and join a free walking tour to learn more about Seville’s intriguing history. There are many different walking tours offered in several languages, so pick the one that suits you most.
- After the walking tour, cross the river to visit the Triana neighborhood and its colorful market. You will find some great and authentic lunch spots in Triana as well as some cheap and delightful tapas bars or delicacies at the market.
- In the late afternoon, make your way to Maria Luisa Park, take a rest and move on to Plaza de España. Enjoy the atmosphere and watch the sun illuminate the buildings in a soft orange before finally setting. If you’re lucky, you can admire an exotic flamenco performance, but don’t forget to leave a small tip at the end.