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Sevilha

Andaluzia · Spain

Sevilha

Capital of Andalusia, with the Real Alcázar, the Cathedral and the Giralda, the Santa Cruz neighborhood, Triana and the Plaza de España; about 2h30 from Madri by AVE.

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Sevilha is the capital of Andalusia and the largest city in southern Spain. It sits on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, which is still navigable up to the city. The language is Spanish.

The historic center brings together three monuments inscribed together as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987: the Real Alcázar, the Cathedral with the Giralda and the Archivo General de Indias. Around them are the Santa Cruz neighborhood, the old Jewish quarter, and the Torre del Oro on the riverfront. On the other side of the water is Triana, a neighborhood of ceramicists and the birthplace of notable flamenco figures.

The Plaza de España and Parque de María Luisa were laid out for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. The Setas de Sevilla, a large wooden structure above the Plaza de la Encarnación, show the city's contemporary side. About 9 km away, in Santiponce, are the Roman ruins of Itálica.

The calendar matters for a visit. Semana Santa, between March and April, brings processions of dozens of brotherhoods to the streets. About two weeks later comes the Feria de Abril, with more than a thousand casetas. Dinner starts late, usually after 9 p.m.

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How to get there: Sevilha

✈ Aeropuerto de Sevilla (SVQ) · 10 km to Sevilha

The Aeropuerto de Sevilla (SVQ) is about 10 km from the center, connected by bus. Check before buying. From Madri, the high-speed train (AVE) takes about 2h30 to Sevilla-Santa Justa station.

The local experience

Things to do in Sevilha

Real Alcázar de Sevilla
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Palace

Real Alcázar de Sevilla

A complex of walled palaces with Islamic elements, the Gothic Palace of Afonso X and the Mudéjar Palace of Pedro I, surrounded by gardens. It is still the official residence of the Spanish royal family in Seville.

Catedral de Sevilla
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Cathedral

Catedral de Sevilla

The largest Gothic cathedral in the world, built on the site of the former Almohad mosque, from which it inherited the Giralda and the Patio de los Naranjos. It houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus and a huge gilded altarpiece.

Archivo General de Indias
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Museum

Archivo General de Indias

Former merchants' exchange from the 16th century that since 1785 has housed the documents of the Spanish administration in the Americas and the Philippines. World Heritage Site since 1987.

Plaza de España
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Square

Plaza de España

Semicircular plaza designed by Aníbal González for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929, with a canal, bridges, towers and tiled benches dedicated to the Spanish provinces.

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Parque de María Luisa
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Park

Parque de María Luisa

Seville's first urban park, opened in 1914 on land donated by Infanta María Luisa Fernanda, with tree-lined avenues, fountains, the Plaza de España and the Plaza de América.

Barrio de Santa Cruz
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Historic neighborhood

Barrio de Santa Cruz

Former Jewish quarter of Seville, with narrow alleys, courtyards, small squares with orange trees and whitewashed houses, adjacent to the Alcázar and the Cathedral.

Setas de Sevilla
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Observation deck

Setas de Sevilla

Large laminated wood structure shaped like mushrooms over the Plaza de la Encarnación, with a market, an underground museum of Roman ruins and a rooftop walkway and viewpoint.

Torre del Oro
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Monument

Torre del Oro

Almohad tower from 1220–1221 on the banks of the Guadalquivir, which watched over the city's port and today houses a small naval museum of the Spanish Navy.

Triana
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Neighborhood

Triana

Neighborhood on the other side of the Guadalquivir, linked to the center by the Isabel II bridge, with a tradition of potters, sailors and flamenco, the riverside Calle Betis and the Mercado de Triana.

Castillo de San Jorge
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Castle

Castillo de San Jorge

Subterranean ruins of a medieval fortress in Triana that served as a seat and prison of the Spanish Inquisition, now an interpretation center beneath the Mercado de Triana.

Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Monument

Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla

18th-century bullring in the Arenal neighborhood, home of the Real Maestranza de Caballería, with a visit to the arena, the stands and the exhibition rooms.

Casa de Pilatos
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Palace

Casa de Pilatos

Palace from the 15th and 16th centuries that blends Gothic, Mudéjar and Italian Renaissance styles, with tiled courtyards, ancient sculptures and gardens. It belongs to the Casa Ducal de Medinaceli.

Hospital de los Venerables
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Monument

Hospital de los Venerables

Former Baroque asylum for elderly priests, in the heart of Santa Cruz, with a tiled courtyard and a church painted by Valdés Leal. It houses the Centro Velázquez.

Museo de Bellas Artes de Sevilla
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Museum

Museo de Bellas Artes de Sevilla

One of Spain's main art galleries, housed in the former convent of la Merced, with the largest collection of Murillo, Zurbarán and Valdés Leal and Andalusian painting of the 19th century.

Palacio de las Dueñas
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Palace

Palacio de las Dueñas

Gothic-Mudejar and Renaissance palace of the Casa de Alba, with courtyards, gardens and a collection of more than 1,400 works of art. The poet Antonio Machado was born there.

Palacio de la Condesa de Lebrija
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Palace

Palacio de la Condesa de Lebrija

16th‑century townhouse‑palace on Calle Cuna whose ground floor is paved with Roman mosaics, and which also houses archaeology and art collections.

Basílica de la Macarena
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Church

Basílica de la Macarena

Basilica in the Macarena neighbourhood that houses the image of the Esperanza Macarena, one of the most venerated during Holy Week, and a museum with embroidered cloaks and processional floats of the brotherhood.

Iglesia del Salvador
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Church

Iglesia del Salvador

Large Baroque church on the site of Sevilha's first main mosque, with gilded altarpieces and Holy Week images. Admission is included in the Cathedral ticket.

Conjunto Arqueológico de Itálica
Sevilha · Andaluzia · Archaeological site

Conjunto Arqueológico de Itálica

Ruins of the Roman city founded in 206 BC at Santiponce, about 9 km from Sevilha, the birthplace of emperors Trajan and Hadrian, with an amphitheatre for 25,000 spectators.

Before you go

Practical information

A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.

When to go

March to May and October to November usually have the most pleasant weather. Semana Santa (March or April) and the Feria de Abril fill the city and raise accommodation prices. December to February is cooler, with short days.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

How many days to stay

Two days cover the Alcázar, the Cathedral, Santa Cruz, the Plaza de España and Triana. With three days you can add the palaces (Casa de Pilatos, Dueñas, Lebrija), the Museo de Bellas Artes, the Macarena and Itálica. With more time Sevilha can be used as a base for Córdoba, about 40 minutes by fast train.

Which city to stay in

The Santa Cruz neighborhood and the area around the Cathedral and the Alcázar leave almost everything within walking distance, but they are the most crowded. El Arenal, between the Cathedral and the river, is close to the Maestranza and the Torre del Oro. The Encarnación and Alfalfa area, around the Setas, is central and full of tapas bars. Triana, on the other side of the river, has a neighborhood feel and is a few minutes from the bridge. The Alameda de Hércules, to the north, concentrates nightlife. During the Feria, Los Remedios sits adjacent to the fairgrounds.

Respect the place

Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.

Get your questions answered

Frequently asked questions about Sevilha

How many days to stay in Sevilha?

The comfortable minimum is two full days, to see the Alcázar, the Cathedral, Santa Cruz, Plaza de España and Triana without rushing. Three days allow you to include the palaces, the Museo de Bellas Artes, the Basílica de la Macarena and the Roman ruins of Itálica.

Do I need a car in Sevilha?

No. The historic center is compact and walkable, with narrow streets and many car-restricted areas. There are buses, a tram and a metro line. A car only helps if you plan to continue your trip to smaller towns in Andalusia.

Can you visit Sevilha on a day trip from Madri?

Yes, by AVE, which makes the trip in about 2h30. But the day is tight: with the round trip there's only time for the Alcázar, the Cathedral and Santa Cruz. Ideally, spend at least one night.

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