Seville

Seville Travel Wiki

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Travel to Seville

Travel and vacation in Seville, Spain

Here you can find information about travel and holiday trips to Spain. You will find travel deals as well as general travel information, guides, “good to know” and facts about Spain. We try to find the best travel video about the city and its surroundings and we write about the best sights, shopping and things to do. You will also find updated current weather and forecasts. The current exchange rates are also updated many times a day.

Best of Seville

What to see and do in Seville ?

A Fiesta, anyone ?

The Feria de Abril de Sevilla consists on a week long party in which eating, drinking and dancing are the main activities. Besides being able to enjoy some amazing foods, drinks and music, you can see parades and learn about the traditions of the town. In the new form of the festival it is flamenco paradise, complete with sherry wine tasting and Tapas all through the evenings, which originally was a cattle market. During this lively event most of the Running of the Bulls takes place.

Another good moment for visiting Seville is during the Holy Week, after the Feria de Abril. During the Holy Week or Semana Santa, you can observe some religious and symbolic processions. This way, during this time of the year, from April to March, Seville receives a great amount of visitors and it is recommendable to make sure you have a room or a place where to stay before arriving.

Puente de Triana

The Puente de Triana or Triana Bridge is a spot which you should not miss while being in Seville. This bridge is located over the Guadalquivir River and is very interesting due to its construction as well as to the where it leads, the neighborhood of Triana which is a very charming area, full of narrow streets and antique houses.

A closer look at La Macarena

La Macarena is a typical Spanish neighborhood, full of traditional spots and characteristics which turn it into a very attractive place for tourists. This neighborhood is located towards the northern area of Sevilla, one of the most attractive regions of the country.

One of the most interesting things to see in La Macarena is the Old Walls. The Old Walls of La Macarena date from as long ago as the year 1136 and, until the XIX century, they would surround the entire city turning Sevilla into a fortified town. Nowadays just a part of these walls remain unchanged and they are an iconic spot of the town.

Near by the Old Walls, there is another interesting attraction in this neighborhood: La Macarena de la Esperanza. La Macarena de la Esperanza is one of the main religious icons of Sevilla. Near the Macarena de la Esperanza there also are several churches and other religious constructions which could be very interesting not only to those attracted by the religion but also to those who enjoy observing buildings from an architectonic point of view.

La Alameda is another one of the main attractions this neighborhood offers its visitors and is one of the central spots of the area, surrounded by many restaurants, shops, pubs and discos among others. The Alameda, built in 1575, is a popular area surrounded by trees and showing some unique Roman columns along with statues of Hercules and Caesar.

The Monasterio de San Clemente is one of the main spots visitors who enjoy interesting constructions or antique art works should meet since it exhibits different pieces such as frescoes from the XVI century. Also, the Iglesia de San Marcos or San Marcos Church should not be missed since it shows a unique appearance and a typical Gothic style can be observed in it. The Convento de Santa Paula is another antique construction you can see in La Macarena, and even visit its interior since, most of the times, it opens its doors to those who wish to enter.

Real Alcázar

This enchanting building was a fortress from the Muslim-era and later changed hands to become the home of Christian royalty for many centuries. Today the gardens, tapestries and varied architecture remain some of Seville ’s most appealing treasures.

Plaza de España

A truly spectacular plaza, equal with any in the country. It was the centrepiece of the 1929 Spanish-Americas Fair and is an arc of tiled glory and historic handwork. Across the tree-lined road from the plaza is the enchanting Parque de María.

Cathedral and the Giralda

The cathedral is the largest Gothic building in the world and the pride of Seville. The emblem of Seville is the Giralda, the weathercock that sits atop the Cathedral. You can climb the Giralda, which is in the form of a woman representing Faith, for spectacular city views.

Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza Museum (Seville’s Bullring)

This is one of the oldest bullrings in Spain . Check out the museum and definitely see a bullfight if possible.

Museo de Bellas Artes ( Museum of Fine Art )

is categorised as a major worldscale museum and considered to house some of the greatest paintings in all of Spain .

Casa de Pilatos

Also make sure you see the Casa de Pilatos, built by the first Marquis de Tarifa in the early sixteenth century. It is one of the finest palaces in Seville and now also houses a courtyard and park, at the end of which are mansions that have been turned into museums.

Barrio Santa Cruz

For a real taste of Seville, spend some time in the Barrio Santa Cruz, one of the most picturesque parts of the city, full of narrow lanes and surprising squares; whitewashed houses and excellent tapas bars. Tapas is thought to have been invented in Seville, and it’s certainly the way that most locals choose to eat. The range is incredible and the prices good, so take advantage of the more than one thousand places in the city where tapas is available.