Five must-dos in Seville
Culture, food, history and architecture.
A royal palace beyond the ordinary
Alcázar
Alcázar royal palace is stunningly beautiful and one of Europe’s oldest palaces in use. People come from around the world to see the impressive architecture which takes in different styles and epochs, as well as the beautiful gardens that frame this unique landmark. Parts of the popular show Game of Thrones were also shot here, proof of just how unique and stunning Alcázar is.
Seville from the water
Guadalquivir
Book a boat tour along the famous Guadalquivir River and see the splendor of Seville from the water. Look out across renowned monuments and impressive buildings with fascinating histories. Seville offers a range of boat tours for all tastes – from hour-long trips, to longer tours including food and drink under the open sky.
Seville’s oldest food market
Mercado de la Feria
Mercado de la Feria is Seville’s oldest food market – an amazing gathering-place for real food connoisseurs and local chefs. It has everything a great food market should have, including local specialties, fish and seafood restaurants, fresh fruit and other first-class produce. Come during the summer and you must try the fresh figs from the neighboring garden – produce doesn’t get more local than that.
Flamenco – a Spanish specialty
Museo del Baile Flamenco
A trip to Seville isn’t complete without an authentic flamenco show. This city of culture has many places offering both classic and modern flamenco show including music, dance and singing – for example, the popular Museo del Baile Flamenco, the flamenco museum with flamenco shows daily. During museum opening hours you can also see beautiful costumes, paintings and interactive videos to learn more about the history of flamenco.
Spectacular landmark
Plaza de España
A lot of people come to Seville for the impressive architecture, which you can see throughout the city. The Plaza de España is one of the most spectacular landmarks. This beautiful Renaissance style plaza was built back in 1929 for the Ibero-American Exhibition World Fair, and it has since featured in several major Hollywood movies. You’ll be struck by the extravagant details that symbolize the plaza’s rich, long history.
Text by Peggy Hansson