🌸 Seville Travel Guide

Known as the "Soul of Andalusia," Seville boasts a unique blend of Islamic influences and traditional Spanish culture. It boasts World Heritage architecture, vibrant flamenco performances, and charming alleyways and plazas.

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📍 Must-visit tourist hotspots

1. Seville Cathedral and the Giralda

• Features : The world's largest Gothic cathedral, where Christopher Columbus's coffin is placed.
• Giralda Tower : Originally a minaret of a mosque, you can overlook the entire city from the top.
• Editor's Tip : It is recommended to book tickets in advance, as the tower is most beautiful at sunset.

2. Royal Palace of Seville

• Features : The palace combines Moorish style with Spanish royal elements, and the gardens are extremely beautiful.
• Editor’s Tip : The TV series “Game of Thrones” was filmed here, and the “Water Gardens of Dorne” is here!

3. Plaza de España

• Features : Built for the 1929 World Expo, the semi-circular building with colorful tiles is magnificent and charming.
• Editor’s tip : Be sure to walk across the bridge and take photos of the reflection – it’s super dreamy.

4. Barrio de Santa Cruz

• Features : The former Jewish quarter, with narrow alleys, white-walled courtyards and many orange trees.
• Editor’s Tip : Perfect for getting lost and soaking up the city’s romance.

5. Metropol Parasol

• Features : Modern wooden building known as "Las Setas" (Mushroom Umbrellas).
• Editor’s tip : Go up to the observation deck at night to see the night view, which is particularly romantic.

6. Torre del Oro (Golden Tower)

• Special feature : 12th-century defensive tower that once guarded the Guadalquivir River.
• Editor’s tip : A stroll along the river is also very pleasant, and the scenery is most beautiful in the evening.

7. Flamenco Show

• Features : Seville is the birthplace of flamenco, and the dance is full of power and passion.
• Editor’s tip : For the most authentic experience, you can choose to eat tapas while watching a show at the Tablao small theater.

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🍴 Must-try food in Seville

Andalusian food is full of Mediterranean flavors, and my favorites are:

1. Cold Soup (Gazpacho/Salmorejo)

   • Gazpacho: A tomato-based cold soup that is especially refreshing in the summer.
   • Salmorejo: A thicker version from Cordoba, often topped with eggs and ham.

2. Fried Fish (Pescaito Frito)

   • A favorite street food of Sevillians, fresh fried fish is crispy and delicious.

3. Iberian ham

   • Andalusia is a major producer of ham, which pairs perfectly with sherry.

4. Tapas (snack platter)

   • Seville is one of the most famous tapas cities in Spain! Common dishes include croquettes, roasted bell peppers, and pickled olives.

5. Oxtail Stew (Rabo de Toro)

   • A traditional Andalusian dish, this rich sauce goes great with rice or bread.

6. Orange Dessert

   • The city is full of orange trees, and many local desserts and jams have an orange scent.

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🚇 Seville Transportation Guide

Seville is relatively compact, and most attractions in the city center can be reached on foot. However, there are several main modes of transportation:

1. Walking

• Highly recommended! Major attractions like the Royal Palace, Cathedral, and Plaza de España are all within easy reach.

2. Bus (TUSSAM)

• The city has a dense bus network and a one-way ticket costs about €1.40.
• It is more cost-effective to buy a transportation card (Bonobus).

3. Tram (MetroCentro)

• A short light rail line connecting the main attractions in the city center (such as Piazza San Petero to the Royal Palace).

4. Metro de Sevilla

• There is currently only one subway line, which is mainly used in the suburbs and is generally rarely used by tourists.

5. Bicycle

• The city has a Sevici public bicycle system , which makes it very pleasant to ride a bicycle along the river or in the square.

6. Airport Transportation

• Bus line EA : from Seville Airport to the city centre (approximately 30-35 minutes).
• Taxi : Fixed fare system, more convenient but more expensive.

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🎯 Editor's Summary

Seville is a city where passion and romance intertwine. I think the best way to experience it is:

• During the day, visit the Royal Palace, Cathedral, and Plaza de España to experience history and art.
• In the evening, walk into the alleys of the Santa Cruz district and watch the sunset under the orange trees.
• End the day with a Flamenco show and a glass of sherry.

📌 Editor's Note:

• Summers are incredibly hot! Daytime temperatures in July and August often exceed 40°C (104°F). It's recommended to go out in the mornings and evenings, and take a nap at noon.
• The restaurant opens late for dinner and starts to get busy after 9pm.
• Tickets for popular attractions (Royal Palace, Cathedral) must be booked online to avoid long queues.

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🗓 Seville itinerary suggestions

✨ 2 days and 1 night itinerary

Day 1

• morning :
  • Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower (climb the tower for panoramic city views)
  • Royal Palace (Real Alcázar) → Experience Moorish architecture and gardens
• noon :
  • Enjoy Salmorejo and Tapas in the Santa Cruz district and eat while walking.
• afternoon :
  • Stroll through the Santa Cruz district and soak up the romance of its narrow alleys and orange trees.
  • Go to Metropol Parasol to get a bird's eye view of the city.
• night :
  • For dinner, we recommend the oxtail stew (Rabo de Toro) .
  • Enjoy a flamenco show (Tablao).

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Day 2

• morning :
  • Plaza de España → Must take beautiful photos, it is recommended to go early when there are fewer people.
  • Stroll through María Luisa Park .
• noon :
  • Try Pescaito Frito (fried small fish) paired with local sherry.
• afternoon :
  • Take a walk along the Guadalquivir River and see the Torre del Oro (Golden Tower).
  • If time permits, you can take a boat trip on the river to end your trip in a relaxing way.

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🌟 3 days and 2 nights itinerary

Day 1 (Same as above)

• Cathedral & Giralda Tower
• Royal Palace
• Strolling around Santa Cruz
• Flamenco performance

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Day 2

• morning :
  • Plaza de España & Maria Luisa Park (canoeing experience recommended)
• noon :
  • Find a restaurant near the square to have a tapas lunch.
• afternoon :
  • Golden Tower → Learn about the history of the city's river port
  • Take a walk along the river or choose to take a boat tour.
• night :
  • Enjoy an Iberian ham platter and wine in the city center.
  • Night view recommendation: Go to Metropol Parasol again to see the city lights.

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Day 3

• morning :
  • Visit the Casa de Pilatos or the Museo de Bellas Artes .
• noon :
  • Sample Cocido Andaluz (Andalusian stew) at a local family-style restaurant.
• afternoon :
  • Finally, you can enjoy some free time to shop or stroll through the alleys and take away souvenirs such as marmalade and ceramics.
  • Go to the station/airport.

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🎯 Editor's Conclusion

✔️ 2 days and 1 night is suitable for rushing your schedule and seeing all the key attractions at once.
✔️ 3 days and 2 nights allows you to have a more leisurely time and experience the slow-paced atmosphere of Seville.