Seville City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Bus: Tickets

Tips for Visiting Seville

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1. Visiting the Alcázar of Seville: The Alcázar is one of Seville’s most popular attractions and queues can form at the ticket office. If you want to avoid the crowds look to visit in the morning after opening time as it can be quieter at that time.
2. Cathedral and Giralda Tower: Seville’s Cathedral is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. Climb the Giralda Tower for amazing views of the city. Again, visiting early or during off-peak times can help you avoid the crowds.
3. Barrio Santa Cruz: The historic Jewish quarter is full of narrow, winding streets, beautiful plazas, and hidden courtyards. It’s the perfect area to get lost in and soak up the local atmosphere.
4. Tapas: Seville is famous for its tapas culture. Take advantage and visit the local bars to try the traditional dishes such as jamón ibérico, croquetas, and espinacas con garbanzos. It's making me hungry just thinking about it!
5. Flamenco: Flamenco is a must-see in Seville. While there are touristy shows, try to find a more authentic experience in a smaller venue. Click HERE to see our Flamenco options in Seville. The art is incredibly passionate which you don't see unless you are at a live show.
6. Plaza de España: A magnificent plaza in Maria Luisa Park, and one of Seville’s most iconic landmarks. Take time to walk around, admire the architecture, and maybe even rent a rowboat to paddle through the canal!

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Interesting Facts About Seville‍

• Home of Flamenco: Seville is considered the birthplace of flamenco, a passionate dance and musical genre. The city is famous for its vibrant flamenco shows and festivals.
• The Alcázar of Seville: The beautiful royal palace is one of the most iconic landmarks in Seville. It was built in the 10th century and has a mix of Moorish, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.
• Largest Gothic Cathedral in the World: Seville Cathedral is the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. It’s also home to the tomb of Christopher Columbus!
• La Giralda: The Giralda is the bell tower of Seville Cathedral and was originally built as a minaret during the city's Moorish period. It’s another well known landmark of Seville.
• Plaza de España: This impressive square was built for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and is a beautiful example of Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture. The square has been featured in several films, including Star Wars: Episode II!
• Semana Santa: Holy Week in Seville is one of the most important religious festivals in Spain. The city hosts grand processions where large floats that depict scenes from the Bible are carried through the streets!
• Seville's Orange Trees: The city is known for its thousands of orange trees that line the streets. The oranges are mostly bitter and used to make marmalade rather than eaten fresh!
• ‍Torre del Oro: The “Tower of Gold,” a 13th-century watchtower along the Guadalquivir River, was once used to control access to the city’s ports and defend against attacks. It now houses a maritime museum.