Seville what to see
In Seville, fun is guaranteed. A vital city, full of clubs and events at any time of the year, especially counting on a travel solution at a good price.
The best way to experience Seville is to walk through its central streets on foot: a walk in the neighborhood is a must Barrio de Santa Cruz, while to "mingle" with the Sevillians and eat in less touristy places, the advice is to walk in the neighborhood Triana.
To savor Seville in 3 days and its Andalusian charm, we recommend a good Seville guide who will be able to suggest which monuments to visit in one weekend in Seville, starting from Cathedral, passing in front of the monument built in memory of Christopher Columbus, observing the Giralda TowerWithout forgetting the Real Alcázar of Seville. For the more romantic, a quiet walk along the river is recommended Guadalquivir.
Although unusual for an inland city, Seville was once one of the ports most important in the world, a port of call that controlled all the marine traffic of the Spain with the colonies of the new world.
Seville Spain places of interest
1 Seville Cathedral and Giralda
On the site of an old mosque, 150 years after Catholic Reconquista, the sumptuous cathedral of Santa Maria de la Sede, a Gothic building with five naves and around 50 chapels, embellished with valuable works of art. The interior is a mix of grandeur and solemnity, while the exterior is richer than all other Andalusian cathedrals combined. Seville cathedral. The splendid bell tower called Giralda, formerly the minaret of the mosque, is today considered the symbol of the city. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 11am to 00pm, Sunday from 18pm to 00pm.
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2 Real Alcázar
Sumptuous palace, royal residence, fortress, theAlcazar it is undoubtedly one of the main attractions of the capital of Andalusia. The appearance of the complex is clearly of Moorish influence, with arches, stucco, Arabic writings and coffered ceilings. Going through the red one Puerta del Leon you arrive in a large courtyard dominated by the main palace of the Castilian kings. On the left instead, you can admire the Plaster Yard, one of the few surviving Moorish structures. A special mention must be made to the fantastic and shady gardens, an oasis of peace and tranquility to recover from the chaos of the city. If you want to skip the line to visit theAlcazar we advise you how to do it.
Opening hours: October to March, Tuesday to Saturday from 9am to 30pm, Sunday from 18am to 00pm; from April to September, from Tuesday to Saturday from 9 to 30, Sunday from 14 to 30.
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3 Spain Square
Plaza de espana Seville. In the heart of the great Maria Luisa Park, which occupies a large part of the area south of the cathedral, is the enchanting Spain Square, a spectacle of light and majesty. Seville square of Spain. Designed by the great Sevillian architect Hannibal González, this palace-square has unique characteristics in the world: in addition to being the most impressive square in all of Spain with its 50.000 square metres, a 515-metre canal runs along the entire perimeter, which can be explored on board a boat.
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4 Santa Cruz neighborhood
One of the most fascinating and touristic neighborhoods of the city is Santa Cruz neighborhood, with its pedestrian alleys that open onto small squares shaded by citrus trees. The atmosphere in the neighborhood is truly pleasant and relaxing, thanks also to the good choice of hotels, restaurants and shops. Among the noteworthy monuments the Baroque stands out church of Santa Maria la Blanca andHospital de los Venerables. Barrio Santa Cruz also hosted a large part of Seville's Jewish community in the past.
5 El Arenal
In Barrio El Arenal and in its streets full of art and life there are some of the main places of interest in the Andalusian city. Seville river. This district, located on the banks of the Rio Guadalquivir, is one of the most traditional in Seville. In the XIII century, to defend the important port, the Silver Tower, the Abdelaziz Tower , tower of Gold, inside which there is a small Maritime Museum.
Seville bullring
Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza perfectly embodies the Spanish passion for corridhey bulls. It is possible to take part in guided tours that allow you to visit the inside of the arena and the museum dedicated to historic bullfights.
Charity Hospital
THECharity Hospital it was a sanatorium founded in the XNUMXth century by Miguel de Manara and is one of the emblems of Sevillian Baroque. Inside you can admire works by renowned masters Murillo, Valdes Leal o Pedro Roldan.
Museum of Fine Arts
Among the Sevillian sites not to be missed is certainly the Museum of Fine Arts, the most important art gallery in Seville, located in a charming XNUMXth century convent. The exhibition boasts several of the most significant works of the golden age of Spanish art, such as the sculptures of Pedro Millan and the paintings of Velazquez, Murillo, Zurbaran e Goya.
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6 Triana district
Thanks to the suggestive riverfront dotted with bars and restaurants and its strong gypsy character, Triana it is one of the districts of Seville favored by tourists. Walking through the alleys of the neighborhood you can easily come across improvised shows of Flemish. Triana is also famous for ceramics, mainly for characteristic ones tiling, ceramic tiles typical of Portuguese and Spanish architecture. At the time of travel to the Americas and the prosperous port, Triana was also a sailors' neighborhood.
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7 April Fair
One of the highlights of the Andalusian city is without a doubt the April Fair (April fair), the mother of all fairs, during which Seville and its culture reveal themselves in all their splendor and seductive power. The event begins on the evening of alumbrao', the inaugural moment in which the lights of the fair are turned on and during which it is possible to taste the typical ones booths the traditional fried fish. The Feria ends after a week with an extraordinary fireworks display along the Guadalquivir River.
8 How to get to Seville and how to get around
Seville airport. Seville airport is located 10 km north-east of the centre. Seville flights. To get to the center (Jerez Gate) just take the bus which leaves every 30 minutes on weekdays coinciding with the main international flights. The modern railway station Holy Fair it is a 15 minute walk from the centre. Getting around in Seville. The best way to get around the historic center of Seville is on foot: the main monuments are a maximum of half an hour's walk from each other. A very good alternative is the TUSSAM bus service, or even the very modern metro inaugurated in 2009.
9 What to eat in Seville
Seville is the city that gave rise to the famous Tapas main course and so it's the right place to enjoy the best tapas ever. Where to eat in Seville. If you want to dine on the riverside in Triana, one of the best places is the Kiosko de Las Flores with an exceptional offering of seafood. A legend regarding Tapas is the Bar Pepe Hillo, a lively place with high ceilings whose specialty is la hot water heater, a dish based on venison. If you like to be pampered, the Halberdier Tavern it is a school of hospitality, as well as one of the best restaurants in the city. Among the house's strong dishes, sea bass stands out.
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Where to sleep in Seville
10 Sleeping in Seville
Seville hotels. The offer of hotels in Seville, often housed in restored ancient buildings, is truly wide. Choosing the historic center as a base for exploring the city has the enormous advantage of not needing to take public transport, so it is the most thoughtful choice but you need to book in advance. As an alternative to hotels, there is no shortage of other accommodation facilities such as hostels, for younger and less demanding tourists, B&Bs and guest houses.
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