Seville, Spain: A Short Travel Guide

Updated: Nov 19

Seville, also called Sevilla in Spanish, is located in the south of Spain. This vibrant capital of the Andalucía region is known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and lively culture. Add to that a warm and dry climate and you have a year-round travel destination. In this travel guide, we share our top things to do in Seville as well as great places to stay, eat, and drink.

seville spain View from Metropol Parasol — View from Metropol Parasol

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Best Things To Do In Seville

Visit Casa Palacio de la Condesa de Lebrija
Climb Giralda Tower In The Cathedral (Get skip-the-line tickets!)
Get lost in the Jewish Quarter (Santa Cruz District)
Cruise The Guadalquivir River
Explore The Triana District
Go On A Day Trip To Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas
Get a view from the Metropol Parasol
Marvel At The Real Alcazár (Get your entry ticket in advance because it tends to sell out quickly!)
Stroll Around Maria Luisa Park
Visit The Iconic Plaza de España

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seville spain Plaza de España — Plaza de España

Places To Stay In Seville

Guesthouse Apartment Seville La Flamenka ($): A bit more walking to to center but a great budget option with clean and comfortable rooms, good WiFi, small kitchen, and shower.
Matahacas Pool & Luxury ($$ - where we stayed): great little modern apartments with comfy beds, kitchen, washing machine, and clean shower. Close to Metropol Parasol and walking distance to the historic center.
Monte Carmelo ($$$): Upscale hotel with big comfy beds and a delicious buffet breakfast. Located in Los Remedios district near the Guadalquivir River.

seville spain Inside the Real Alcazar — Inside the Real Alcazar

Places To Eat And Drink In Seville

Abades Triana Restaurante: cozy waterfront restaurant with great views of the river and upscale but delicious food items
Bar Antojo: great and affordable tapas place but a bit outside the historic center
Blanca Paloma: bar and grill with lots of tapas options in the heart of the Triana District
Cervecería Punto Puerta Osario: local bar to grab a beer
Bodeguita Blanco Cerrillo: small local tapas place with good fried fish options
El Restaurante Cañabota: upscale restaurant/bar offering elevated seafood & tasting menus
El Rinconcillo: known as the "oldest tapas bar in Sevilla", this small 17th-century restaurant offers tapas, traditional Spanish mains, plus an extensive wine list
La Bodega de la Alfalfa: very popular spot so probably need to queue, but the Spanish dishes are worth it for a decent price
Mercado de Triana: lots of great food stalls to pick from
Perro Viejo: delicious restaurant very close to the Setas de Sevilla. Mix of classic Spanish tapas and fusion cuisine
Puratasca: really tasty and out of the ordinary tapas in the Triana District but off the tourist path
Taberna del Alabardero Sevilla: upscale taverna with great wine tasting menu, fresh seafood and creative culinary dishes
Torres y García: casual eatery with a diverse local menu featuring wood-fired pizza, seafood, meat dishes & desserts

seville spain giralda tower — Giralda Tower

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