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Plaza de Espana in Seville.

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Overview

Seville seduces you. Flamenco clubs keep the intense intimacy of this centuries-old tradition alive whilst aristocratic mansions recall the city's past as a Moorish capital.

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Must-see attractions

  • Mudejar Pavilion, Parque Maria Luisa, Seville

    Parque de María Luisa

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    A glorious oasis of green, the 34-hectare Parque de María Luisa is the perfect place to escape the noise and heat of the city, with duck ponds, landscaped…

  • Spain Square (Plaza de Espana), Seville, Spain, built on 1928, it is one example of the Regionalism Architecture mixing Renaissance and Moorish styles.

    Plaza de España

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    This bombastic plaza, designed by architect Aníbal González in the Parque de María Luisa, was the most extravagant of the building projects completed for…

  • Seville, Spain. Breakfast tables in the interior courtyard of the historical Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel.

    Hotel Alfonso XIII

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    As much a local landmark as an accommodation option, this striking, only-in-Seville hotel – conceived as the most luxurious in Europe when it was built in…

  • Antigua Fabrica de Tabacos former factory arcaded patio

    Antigua Fábrica de Tabacos

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Now home to the University of Seville, this massive former tobacco factory – workplace of Bizet’s fictional heroine, Carmen – was built in the 18th…

  • Archaeological Museum of Seville, Andalusia, Spain

    Museo Arqueológico

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Seville's archaeology museum, housed in a grandiose, neo-Renaissance palace at the southern end of the Parque de María Luisa, is a wonderful, oft…

  • Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares museum sign on facade

    Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Boasting an unforgettable setting in the hard-to-miss Pabellón Mudéjar, this low-key museum is dedicated to local arts and traditions. Exhibits include…

  • Acuario de Sevilla

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Appropriately situated by the river, close to the Parque de María Luisa, the modern Aquarium (opened in 2014) tells of the Guadalquivir’s importance in…

  • Museo Casa de la Ciencia

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Housed in the Peruvian Pavilion from the 1929 Expo, complete with carved condors and llamas, this excellent, hands-on science museum has several permanent…

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From flamenco shows to visiting treasured historic sites, here are the best experiences unique to Seville.

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Best Time to Visit

Seville is one of Spain's most beautiful cities, but the streets can be sizzling hot in summer and busy in spring and fall. Here are the top times to come.

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Things to Know

Plan the perfect trip to Seville with our insider tips on planning, etiquette, health and safety.

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Transportation

From using the tram and bus networks to exploring on foot, here are our tips for getting around in Seville.

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Free Things to Do

Explore centuries of the city’s history, see a flamenco performance or take in the latest contemporary art. Here are the best free things to do in Seville.

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Best Neighborhoods

Here are the best neighborhoods to visit in Seville, from atmospheric old town barrios to traditional flamenco areas with a local vibe.

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Day Trips

Where can you go for a day trip from Seville? Majestic Moorish cities, beaches, sherry country and hilltop towns are all excursions within easy reach.

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Money and Costs

From cheap beer to bike hire and budget-friendly accommodation, use this guide to keep your trip to Seville affordable.

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