Things to Do in Seville
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Things to Do in Seville

44 curated spots from Seville itineraries

Activities & Attractions

24 curated experiences

Barrio Santa Cruz
Do
morning

Barrio Santa Cruz

Wander alleys, visit orange groves, and explore Jewish history sites.

1h 30m · Free
Parque de María Luisa
Do
afternoon

Parque de María Luisa

Picnic, fountains, pigeon-feeding.

1h 30m · Free
Plaza de España
Do
morning

Plaza de España

Row boats, tiled provinces, photo ops.

2h · $6/boat rental
Basílica de la Macarena
Do
afternoon

Basílica de la Macarena

Venerated Virgin statue, ornate interior.

45m · Free/donation
Casa de la Memoria Flamenco Show
Do
evening

Casa de la Memoria Flamenco Show

Intimate live flamenco performance in a historic 18th-century venue; passionate dancers in close quarters; shows typically 90 minutes with pre-show drinks option.

2h · $35-50 per person
Casa de Pilatos
Do
morning

Casa de Pilatos

Explore this 15th-century Renaissance palace with stunning azulejos (tilework), a Roman statue collection, and intimate courtyards; less crowded than the Alcázar.

1h 30m · $5-7 per person
Catedral de Sevilla & Giralda
Do
afternoon

Catedral de Sevilla & Giralda

Admire Gothic interior, Columbus tomb, climb bell tower for views.

1h 30m · $12/adult, kids reduced
Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporáneo
Do
morning

Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporáneo

Contemporary art in monastery, gardens.

1h 30m · Free Tue-Fri evenings
Flamenco at Museo del Baile Flamenco
Do
afternoon

Flamenco at Museo del Baile Flamenco

Interactive museum, short family show.

1h · $10-15
Guadalquivir River Cruise
Do
afternoon

Guadalquivir River Cruise

Short boat tour with bridges and sights.

1h · $15/adult, kids half
Jardines de la Buhaira
Do
morning

Jardines de la Buhaira

Moorish pool, palace ruins, picnic spots.

1h 30m · Free
Metropol Parasol
Do
afternoon

Metropol Parasol

Walk atop giant wooden mushroom structure for views; market below.

1h · $5/adult, kids free
Metropol Parasol (Las Setas)
Do
afternoon

Metropol Parasol (Las Setas)

Walkway views, Antiquarium Roman ruins below.

1h · $6/adult, kids free
Metropol Parasol (Las Setas) & Antiquarium
Do
morning

Metropol Parasol (Las Setas) & Antiquarium

Explore Roman and Moorish ruins in the underground Antiquarium, browse the Central Market, then take the elevator to the rooftop for 360-degree city views and photography.

2h · $12-15 per person
Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes)
Do
afternoon

Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes)

Explore Spain's Golden Age masterpieces by Murillo, Zurbarán, and Velázquez in a serene 17th-century former convent with peaceful patios and three floors of galleries.

2h · $2-8 per person
Plaza de España & Parque de María Luisa
Do
late afternoon

Plaza de España & Parque de María Luisa

Admire the iconic semicircular 1929 plaza with 48 hand-painted provincial tiles, walk across four ornate bridges, and stroll through the adjacent formal gardens with fountains.

1h 30m · Free to $3 per person
Real Alcázar (Royal Palace)
Do
afternoon

Real Alcázar (Royal Palace)

Wander UNESCO World Heritage halls with ornate tilework, golden domes, and formal gardens featuring peacocks, fountains, and orange trees; allow time for architectural photography.

2h 30m · $14-16 per person
Real Alcázar de Sevilla
Do
morning

Real Alcázar de Sevilla

Tour Mudéjar palaces, lush gardens with peacocks, and pools.

2h · $15/adult, kids free/discounted
Real Alcázar of Seville
Do
morning

Real Alcázar of Seville

Tour opulent Mudéjar palace rooms, gardens, and peacocks; book guided family tour.

2h · $16/adult, kids free-€2
Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower
Do
afternoon

Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower

Explore Gothic interiors and climb original minaret for city views.

1h 30m · $12/adult, kids €3
Seville Cathedral & La Giralda Bell Tower
Do
morning

Seville Cathedral & La Giralda Bell Tower

Climb the world's largest Gothic cathedral and ascend La Giralda for sweeping rooftop vistas; explore the interior's Renaissance and Gothic details.

2h · $10-12 per person
Shopping Alameda de Hércules
Do
afternoon

Shopping Alameda de Hércules

Souvenirs, street performers, plaza relax.

2h · Free
Torre del Oro
Do
evening

Torre del Oro

Naval museum, model ships, river views.

45m · $3 or Free Mondays
Torre del Oro & Guadalquivir River Walk
Do
late afternoon

Torre del Oro & Guadalquivir River Walk

Climb the 13th-century golden tower for river and city views; walk along the scenic riverside promenade at golden hour for photography and sunset romance.

1h · $3-5 per person

Restaurants & Food

20 local favorites

Casa Morales
Eat
afternoon

Casa Morales

Jamón ibérico, salmorejo gazpacho, croquetas in historic tavern.

1h 15m · $20-30 per person
La Cacharrería
Eat
morning

La Cacharrería

Tortilla española, coffee.

45m · $6-9 per person
Bar El Comercio
Eat
evening

Bar El Comercio

Iconic for pringá (meat-filled bun); simple standing tapas.

45m · $10-15 per person
Bodega Santa Cruz
Eat
afternoon

Bodega Santa Cruz

Cozy tapas bar with croquetas, espinacas con garbanzos, and rebujito.

1h 15m · $15-30 per person
Café Bar El Comercio
Eat
morning

Café Bar El Comercio

Classic tostada con tomate y aceite, café con leche, fresh OJ.

45m · $5-8 per person
Abades Triana
Eat
evening

Abades Triana

Riverside spot for upscale tapas; try oxtail and seafood rice.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Bar Estrella
Eat
afternoon

Bar Estrella

Local faves like espinacas, croquetas.

1h · $15-25 per person
Bar Triana
Eat
morning

Bar Triana

Churros, fresh pastries by the market.

45m · $5-8 per person
Café con Tostadas at Mercado de la Encarnación
Eat
morning

Café con Tostadas at Mercado de la Encarnación

Start with fresh-squeezed orange juice, tostadas with jamón ibérico or pisto, and strong Spanish coffee at a local market stall.

30m · $8-12 per person
Casa Cuesta
Eat
afternoon

Casa Cuesta

Jamón tasting, quesadillas, simple tapas.

1h 15m · $18-28 per person
Casa de la Memoria Tapas
Eat
afternoon

Casa de la Memoria Tapas

Croquetas, pavías de bacalao in former mint.

1h · $15-25 per person
Confitería La Campana
Eat
morning

Confitería La Campana

Historic pastry shop (since 1885) serving churros, polvorones (crumbly shortbread), and hot chocolate; sit at the vintage marble counter.

30m · $6-10 per person
El Librero Cartuja
Eat
afternoon

El Librero Cartuja

Tapas, salads in island setting.

1h · $18-28 per person
El Rinconcillo
Eat
evening

El Rinconcillo

Spain's oldest bar (1670) serving tapas and manzanilla sherry; order jamón, quesos variados (mixed cheeses), and espetos (fried fish).

1h 15m · $20-30 per person
Eslava
Eat
afternoon

Eslava

Contemporary Spanish with local ingredients; signature dishes include croquetas de jamón, swordfish, and seasonal seafood prepared with creativity.

1h 30m · $30-45 per person
La Brunilda
Eat
evening

La Brunilda

Innovative tapas like tuna tataki.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Mercado Lonja del Barranco
Eat
morning

Mercado Lonja del Barranco

Food hall with paella, sushi, sweets.

1h 15m · $12-20 per person
Modesto
Eat
evening

Modesto

Grilled fish, paella-style rice.

1h 30m · $25-35 per person
Plaza Alameda de Hércules Cafes
Eat
morning

Plaza Alameda de Hércules Cafes

Pan con tomate, café con leche, OJ outdoors.

45m · $4-6 per person
Pura Vida Tapas
Eat
evening

Pura Vida Tapas

Veggie options, seafood, sangria.

1h 30m · $20-30 per person

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