Seville Cathedral and GiraldaAttraction
Seville Cathedral and Giralda
The largest Gothic cathedral in the world, with the tomb of Columbus and a bell tower that was once a minaret.
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Photo: Carlos Delgado, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
AirportsSeville Airport (SVQ)
Getting aroundOn foot, trams, buses and bicycles
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Best monthsMarch to May, October and November
Seville in brief
Seville is the capital of Andalusia, set on the Guadalquivir river. Its old town is one of the largest in Europe, a maze of lanes, orange trees and tiled courtyards.
The Cathedral and the Royal Alcázar stand side by side at its centre. The Alcázar uses timed tickets, and they sell out in spring and autumn.
Summers are extremely hot, and the city slows down in the afternoon. Evenings belong to tapas bars and flamenco, above all in Triana across the river.
Top attractions in Seville
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda
Royal AlcázarAttraction
Royal Alcázar
A royal palace of Moorish-style halls, tiled courtyards and large gardens. Entry is by timed ticket.
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Plaza de EspañaAttraction
Plaza de España
A sweeping semicircular square from 1929, with tiled alcoves, bridges and a canal. Free.
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Barrio Santa CruzAttraction
Barrio Santa Cruz
The old Jewish quarter, with narrow whitewashed lanes and small squares.
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Metropol Parasol (Las Setas)Attraction
Metropol Parasol (Las Setas)
A huge wooden canopy over a city square, with a walkway across the top.
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TrianaPhoto: Seville Cathedral and Giralda — Suicasmo (CC BY-SA 4.0); Royal Alcázar — Benjamin Smith (CC BY-SA 4.0); Plaza de España — Benjamin Smith (CC BY-SA 4.0); Barrio Santa Cruz — CarlosVdeHabsburgo (CC BY-SA 4.0); Metropol Parasol (Las Setas) — Gzzz (CC BY-SA 4.0); Triana — Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
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Getting there and around
Airport transfer from Seville Airport (SVQ)A pre-booked car from arrivals to your hotel. Alternatives are the airport bus or a taxi.
Trains from SevilleHigh-speed trains reach Córdoba in about forty-five minutes and Madrid in about two and a half hours. Cádiz is about an hour and a half away.
Car rentalNot needed in the city, where the old town is closed to most cars. Useful for the white villages and the coast.
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Where to stay
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1
Santa Cruz
The old quarter beside the Cathedral and the Alcázar. Pretty and central.
2
El Arenal
Between the Cathedral and the river, with tapas bars and theatres.
3
Triana
Across the river, with a local feel, a food market and flamenco bars.
4
Alameda de Hércules
A long square lined with bars and cafés, popular with locals. Lively at night.
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Seville day by day
- Day 1: The Cathedral and the AlcázarThe Cathedral and the Giralda in the morning, the Royal Alcázar at your booked time, then the lanes of Santa Cruz in the evening.
- Day 2: Plaza de España and TrianaPlaza de España and María Luisa Park in the morning, the riverside and the Torre del Oro, then tapas and flamenco in Triana.
- Day 3: Las Setas and the old palacesLas Setas in the morning, a noble house such as the Casa de Pilatos, then the shopping streets and the Alameda.
- With a fourth dayTake a day trip to Córdoba.
Local tips
- In summer, see the outdoor sights early and rest in the afternoon. Temperatures often pass forty degrees.
- Many shops and some monuments close for a few hours in the afternoon.
- Meals run late. Tapas bars fill from about nine in the evening.
- During Holy Week and the April Fair the city is crowded and hotels are full. Book well ahead.
- Shoulders and knees should be covered inside the Cathedral.
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Travel guide
Seville is best in March to May and October to November, and two to three days covers the main sights. Book the Real Alcázar and the Cathedral in advance, and avoid midday heat in summer.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Seville?
March to May and October to November are warm and pleasant. July and August are extremely hot.
How many days do I need in Seville?
Two full days cover the main sights. Add a day for Córdoba.
Should I book the Alcázar and the Cathedral ahead?
Yes. The Alcázar uses timed tickets that sell out, and booking the Cathedral online saves a long queue.
How do I get from the airport to the centre?
From the airport, the airport bus runs to the centre in about thirty-five minutes. Taxis and pre-booked transfers are also available. Choose by luggage, arrival time and budget.
Can I visit the Alhambra on a day trip from Seville?
Yes, but it is a long day, with about three hours of travel each way. Alhambra tickets sell out weeks ahead, so book them first.