Top things to do in Seville
Attractions, tours and activities in Seville
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Seville: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Old town
In the city centre
A mediaeval maze. Old Town is a tangled labyrinth of snaking passageways that hum with local bars. Grab a “caña” (small beer) at El Salvador Square, then dive into Seville’s illustrious history. The colossal cathedral and indulgent Alcázar Palace speak of competing legacies, as successive dynasties vied to put their architectural stamp on the city.
Places to stay from ¥1,791 per night
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Macarena
1.3 miles from city centre
Tip-top for tapas. This residential district is awash with excellent eateries. Start off with an up-market appetiser at Bar Yebra, then wander across to La Pastora, which is famed for its fried fish. Work off the calories with a wander to La Macarena Basilica, and join devout locals as they murmur Hail Marys to the weeping Macarena Virgin.
Places to stay from ¥7,164 per night
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Nervión
1 miles from city centre
New-fangled Nervión. This area’s been in a state of constant renovation for years. Its wide avenues are lined with office blocks, where sharp-suited businesspeople stride in and out. The mood changes on match days. Sevilla FC’s famously ebullient supporters fill the Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium with deafening cheers and jeers. Footy fans can’t miss it.
Places to stay from ¥3,256 per night
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Triana
0.6 miles from city centre
Olé! Triana fizzes with folklore. It’s here that flamenco music took off, and no trip to Seville is complete without a visit to Calle Betis’ authentic “tablaos” (flamenco bars). To dig into Triana’s chequered past, go to Castillo San Jorge. Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition’s old HQ to have transformed into a museum about its dastardly deeds.
Places to stay from ¥3,295 per night
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Los Remedios
0.9 miles from city centre
Roll up, roll up! Once a year, all eyes turn to Los Remedios, when Seville’s legendary April Fair rolls into town. Impatient locals have spent a whole year waiting for this moment. It’s a whirl of colour, as people meet, greet and eat in true Sevillano style. Dig out that frilly dress and dust down your castanets – it’s party time!
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About Seville
Including tips for the best time to visit Seville
In Seville, not only is the weather hot and sunny for most of the year, but the city is bursting with colour. Think ripe oranges dangling from green trees, golden sandstone buildings adorned in blue and white tiles, and glasses of red wine served with Manchego cheese.
Known as ‘Sevilla’ in Spanish, this historic city is best explored on foot. Soak up the laid-back vibes along the banks of River Guadalquivir, or stroll along the footpaths of María Lucía Park to Plaza de España Square. Located on the park’s edge, this magnificent square flaunts a variety of architectural styles, and four bridges that represent each of Spain’s ancient kingdoms. You can hire a rowing boat and slowly make your way along the curved moat that runs beneath them.
The Andalusian capital is also home to Spain’s largest cathedral. Be sure to get a good look at the Gothic-style exterior before entering to see the tomb of none other than Christopher Columbus. And you can find peace in the neighbouring Alcázar of Seville – a grand and iconic example of Mudéjar architecture, with its beautiful mosaic-tiled interior and sumptuous gardens known for their cascading fountains.
Seville hums with energy at night, from crowded tapas bars to nightly performances at the Flamenco Museum – a gorgeous 18th-century building built on the foundations of an old Roman temple.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 1 = ¥163 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Average weekend price | ¥21,499 per night |
| Average weekday price | ¥22,680 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Seville
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Seville
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Plaza de Armas
0.5 miles from city centre
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La Giralda and Sevilla Cathedral
0.2 miles from city centre
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Barrio Santa Cruz
0.5 miles from city centre
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Basílica de la Macarena
1.1 miles from city centre
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Real Maestranza Museum
0.3 miles from city centre
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Calle Sierpes
0.1 miles from city centre
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Plaza Nueva
0.1 miles from city centre
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Iglesia de Santa Ana
0.5 miles from city centre
Seville reviews
What other travellers say about Seville
Friendly safe city with plenty to do and see.
15 May 2025
Friendly safe city with plenty to do and see. Excellent food with restaurants and tapas bars. Going to see Flamenco is a must as well as the Cathedral, Alcazar and Parque de Maria Luisa Prebooking the Alcazar and Cathedral is essential We stayed in the centre of Seville which was great to get around Taxi from the airport is 30 euros
I am a well traveled person and have been to many places and...
14 May 2025
I am a well traveled person and have been to many places and can truly say that Seville is one of the most beautiful places I ever visited! The rich architecture as a consequence of a complex history is fascinating! The ‘tapas’ style of eating is great and very sociable. Perfect destination to go to with friends but also super safe as a solo traveler. The Alcázar was one of the highlights.
What a city!
14 May 2025
What a city! So beautiful and grand. History and culture, vibrant and modern. Everything you would want. The city takes on a special feel alive after dark. With wonderful bars and restaurants on every corner. A place to chill out, a place to delve into history, a place to experience food, a place to feel alive!
The whole experience was fantastic.
14 May 2025
The whole experience was fantastic. The architecture so complex and beautiful and moorish and mixed with norman and baroque. And spectacular with the mushrooms. And flamenco in the air, music and heels tapping everywhere I went.😁
Seville is a modest size city with an excellent old town...
13 May 2025
Seville is a modest size city with an excellent old town containing well preserved historic structures. People are very friendly. Food is very good. The Seville cathedral is stunning. Just the cathedral alone is well worth the visit.
We were there in Feria which meant lots of extra things...
13 May 2025
We were there in Feria which meant lots of extra things going on in the city. Definitely see the cathedral but you could skip the royal palace. More reasonably priced food than other major areas of Spain, such as Barcelona, Madrid and Mallorca. We rented scooters to get around which only cost 5.99 euro for 100 minutes over 3 days. We caught the train from Madrid and that was seamless.
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