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Historic neighborhood · Sevilha, Andaluzia
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.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Barrio de Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz occupies part of Seville's medieval Jewish quarter. After the Jewish community was dispersed in 1391, the area split into three neighborhoods: Santa Cruz, Santa María la Blanca and San Bartolomé.
The current appearance comes from a refurbishment in the 1910s and 1920s, conceived by the marquis de la Vega-Inclán and carried out mainly by the architect Juan Talavera y Heredia. The idea was to recreate the feel of an Andalusian village, with narrow streets, iron grilles, flower pots and tiles.
The walk passes through the Plaza de Santa Cruz and small squares with orange trees. In the middle of the neighborhood is the Hospital de los Venerables. At the edge, next to the Alcázar, are the Jardines de Murillo.
The streets fill with tapas bars and restaurants, and there are houses that present flamenco shows at night.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours on foot, not counting stops to eat.
Best time
Early, before the tour groups that leave the Alcázar and the Cathedral, or at night when the streets are cooler. From June to August the narrow alleys provide shade during the hottest hours.
How to get there
It starts behind the Cathedral and the Alcázar. Exit the Plaza del Triunfo via the Patio de Banderas and wander at leisure through the alleys.
Tip
Use a map on your phone: street names change every block and it's easy to get turned around. Keep an eye on your belongings in the busier alleys. For dinner, remember kitchens open late, usually after 20:30.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Barrio de Santa Cruz
Was the Barrio de Santa Cruz the Jewish quarter of Sevilha?
Yes. It occupies part of the old medieval judiaría, which was dispersed in 1391. The current layout dates from a renovation in the 1910s and 1920s.
Can you see flamenco in Santa Cruz?
Yes. There are tablaos in the neighbourhood with evening performances. Book in advance, especially in high season.
How long does it take to see Santa Cruz?
One to two hours of walking. The neighbourhood is small, but the pleasure is in strolling slowly and popping into the little squares.