1. Real Alcázar
A royal palace in the Mudéjar style, with tiled courtyards, carved plaster and large gardens. Still used by the Spanish royal family. Book timed tickets ahead.
2. Seville Cathedral and the Giralda
The largest Gothic cathedral in the world, with the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Climb the ramps of the Giralda bell tower, a former minaret, for the view.
3. Plaza de España
A sweeping semi-circular plaza built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition, with tiled alcoves for each Spanish province.
4. Barrio Santa Cruz
The old Jewish quarter’s whitewashed lanes and little squares, right next to the cathedral.
5. Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol)
A huge wooden canopy in the shape of mushrooms, with a walkway on top for views over the old town.
6. A flamenco show
Seville is a home of flamenco. Small venues and the Flamenco Dance Museum host nightly shows.
7. Triana
The neighbourhood across the river, known for ceramics, its market and flamenco history.
8. Casa de Pilatos
A 16th-century palace mixing Renaissance and Mudéjar styles, quieter than the Alcázar.
9. María Luisa Park
Shady gardens next to Plaza de España, a relief on hot days.
Day trips from Seville
- Córdoba: about 45 minutes by AVE.
- Carmona: about 40 minutes by car or bus.
- Cádiz: about 1h45 by train.
- Doñana and El Rocío: about 1 hour by car.
What to eat
- Espinacas con garbanzos
- Pringá montadito
- Fried fish in Triana
- Salmorejo
- Torrijas at Easter
Tip: Summer afternoons are extremely hot. Sightsee early and late, and rest in the middle of the day.
Planning to stay longer? Read our full Seville guide and where to stay in Seville.
