33402SPA
Tourist Office
Paseo de las Delicias, 9
Mon-Fri 9:00-19:30
Sat-Sun: 10:00-14:00
Tel. 954 23 44 65
Pl. del Triunfo, 1
Mon-Fri 9:00-19:30
Sat-Sun: 10:00-14:00
Tel. 954 78 75 78
Seville also has its own app with locations of the main points of interest, opening hours and prices of attractions: https://visitasevilla.es
DAYTIME SUGGESTIONS
Plaza de Espana & Maria Luisa Park
The beautiful building constructed for the 1929 Iberian-American Expo represents all of the 52 provinces in Spain with tile work. You can rent bikes or have a picnic in the cool shade of Maria Luisa Park. – Plaza de España is entirely pedestrian – so you must come on foot
Basilica of la Macarena
The most popular figure in Seville is La Macarena – Virgin sculpted in 17th century by Montanes in church of the former convent of San Pablo (built 1692-1704). Famous for Good Friday procession.
Real Alcazar de Sevilla
As this is no longer part of most group itineraries it makes for a very good free time suggestion. However, due to the overwhelming popularity of Game of Thrones (large parts filmed within the walls and gardens) bookings must be made online and in advance to avoid disappointment.
Casa de Pilatos
Property of the Duque de Medinaceli. A unified mansion in the Mudejar style.
Horse drawn carriage rides
From Cathedral square. Check the price beforehand but it is approximately €50 for 4 people.
Fine Arts Museum.
Calle San Vicente. Golden Age Art. Murillo, Zurbaran. This museum is worth a visit for the building and patios alone.
Bullfights
From San Jose (29 March) onwards. Every Sunday, except for festivals when there is one everyday (April and around Easter).
Bullfighting Museum (La Real Maestranza)
This is the second oldest bullring in Spain. Tours in English and Spanish every half hour. Call ahead to make a group booking.
Flamenco Dance Museum (calle Manuel Rojas Marcos)
Housed in a Sevillan palace you can visit the museum.
Triana quarter – This area is less visited as it is on the other side of the river but equally beautiful. There are several ceramic factories including Cerámica Santa Ana which will let groups visit the factory itself.
Isla Mágica – Water and rollercoaster park. This is a good option for groups in the Summer as it opens late.
Setas de Sevilla – The largest wooden structure in the world (at the moment!) it is particularly impressive at night when it is lit up in an array of colours. For a pretty steep fee (15 €) you can visit mirador at the top for lovely views. Alternatively head down below street level to the Antiquarium where you can see Roman artefacts and remains that were found when the Seta was being built.
Just outside of Seville – If time permits: –
There are Roman ruins of Italica 9 kms outside the city. Well worth a visit. Take a local bus to Santiponce from the Plaza de Armas bus station or, if your entire group would like to go, call the area office to arrange a bus.
SHOPPING
Most of the main clothing shopping is in Calle Sierpes and Calle Tetuán. These are pedestrian streets running north from the Plaza San Francisco to Plaza Campana to Plaza Duque Victoria.
There is a Corte Ingles in Plaza Duque Victoria.
Artisan wares and souvenirs in Santa Cruz.
EVENING SUGGESTIONS
Informal Flamenco – at La Carbonería, c/Leviés nº18 where everyone can join in.
Flamenco Show – El Patio Andaluz or Palacio de Embrujo
Disco boat – This is usually an alcohol-free event with a rather tame disco on a 1hour 15 minute cruise down the Guadalquivir. This works well particularly if you are not the only ones on the boat! Call ahead to find out if they have any other group reservations.
Isla Magica – is open in the summer on a very sporadic timetable.
Post Office Avenida de la Constitución, 32
Church Services Cathedral Sunday Capilla Real 08.30, Main altar 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00