Seville

An inspiring destination

Sevilla

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Seville is a city that leaves its mark, and many people define it as special. It might be because of the grandeur of its monuments. Or perhaps the charm of areas such as Triana.

It might possibly be the scent of jasmine in its squares or the Spanish guitar music of its streets. Some say that it’s the tradition of its festivals, and many are convinced its tapas are the real reason.

A monumental city

You can see it for yourself in the few metres that separate the Giralda tower, the Cathedral and the Real Alcázar of Seville. La Giralda is a city icon and one of its main charms lies in its viewpoint. The views of Seville are fantastic with its courtyards of orange trees, typical in Andalusia, and the largest Gothic temple in Europe, the Cathedral, in the foreground. A visit to the Real Alcázar reveals an extraordinary palace full of details. If you visit in the summer, take advantage of the night visits and the festival held in its gardens.

Seville is much more than its undeniable monumentality. It is a city that comes to life on the streets and in its large open spaces such as the enormous Plaza de España, the María Luisa Park or the avant-garde Setas de Sevilla. And for the most authentic Sevillian atmosphere, try going for tapas in the historic quarter in popular areas such as Alameda, Macarena, Nervión, Los Remedios or Triana. Marinated ‘pescaíto’ (fish), small filled rolls, typical snails, fino (white wine), manzanilla (sweet wine) or a cold beer are a must on any tapas outing.

Popular tradition of the south

In Seville, tradition is always the height of fashion. From the flamenco shows and the music of the Spanish guitar to the traditional ceramics and handicrafts that will always serve as a lovely memento of the city. There are plenty of shops and workshops in Triana. And it’s easy to enjoy flamenco at one of the many ‘tablao’ or neighbourhood ‘peña’ groups. In fact, Seville hosts what is perhaps the most important international festival of this art: The Biennial.Seville’s tradition is also reflected in its most international festivals. Two good examples are the April Fair and Holy Week. The first is all about joy and passion for popular Andalusian art, an unbeatable chance to enjoy the sound of the Spanish guitar, flamenco fashion and festive Seville. Holy Week is a passionate festival full of emotional moments. To understand it, the best option is to witness one of the much-visited religious processions or hear a live ‘saeta’ (emotional flamenco song dedicated to the religious figures).

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Practical information

How to get there - transport information

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How to get to aeroplane

Seville International Airport is situated 10 kilometres from the city, next to the A-4 motorway.
You can get from the airport to the city centre by bus, taking the EA line. The trip takes about 35 minutes and costs 5 euros (6 euros return)
By taxi, the journey to the city centre takes about 15 minutes and costs a flat rate of €25.72 (during the day, Monday to Friday) or €28.67 (at weekends, on public holidays and in the evenings from Monday to Friday).
By road, it can be reached via the A-4 motorway, and the journey takes about 15 minutes.
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How to get to train

The Santa Just railway station is very close to the city centre (for example, it’s two kilometres or a 25-minute walk from Seville Cathedral).
By public transport, the bus that connects the station with the historic quarter is the 32 (although at Santa Justa you can also catch other services, including the special service to the airport). The journey takes under 15 minutes.
The nearest metro station is Nervión (one kilometre away).
It has a high-speed train connection to Madrid (approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes), Barcelona (approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes) and Valencia (from 4 and a half hours), among others.
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How to get to bus

There are two main bus stations in Seville.
The International and domestic routes arrive at the Plaza de Armas station, right in the heart of Seville.
Regional routes mainly arrive at the Prado de San Sebastián station, also in the city centre.

How to get there by road

From Madrid, via the A-4 and A-5 motorways (connecting with the A-66).
From Portugal, via the A-49 motorway.
From the Costa del Sol, via the A-92 motorway.
From Cádiz, via the AP-4 motorway.

How to get around in bus

The city buses in Seville usually run from 6.00 a.m. to 11.30 p.m.
There is a 1 or 3 day tourist card with unlimited travel.
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How to get around in metro/tram

There is a metro line that runs through the city.
Its operates: Monday to Thursday, from 06:30 to 23:00. Fridays and the eve of public holidays: from 06:30 to 02:00. Saturdays, 07:30 to 02:00. Sundays and public holidays, 07:30 to 23:00
You can get a single or return ticket, a money card for buying tickets, or a one-day pass.
There is also a tram line (the Metrocentro or T1), which runs through part of the city centre.

How to get around in other means of transport

Seville is an easy city to explore on foot.
Taxis are white with a yellow diagonal stripe. A green light on the roof shows they are available.
It has a bike-share scheme with 30 minutes’ free use. It requires registration, with payment of around €13 (7-day pass) or €2.59 (one-day ticket).
As well as the traditional horse-drawn carriages, there are other original ways to explore tourist areas, such as a boat trip along the River Guadalquivir.