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Last updated: 23 June, 2023
Expert travel writer: Dana Facaros

Sensuous, gracious, flirty Seville – the mythic hometown of Don Quixote, Don Juan and Carmen – is the essence of Spain.

The country’s fourth largest city, Seville boasts glorious monuments from Roman and Moorish times and the golden centuries when its port had a monopoly on trade to the Americas.

In Seville, you can pick oranges along the streets, linger in its fragrant gardens or wildly over-the-top churches, down sherry and tapas in its lively bars, watch a flamenco show or feel the city at its most febrile intensity, during its famous fiestas, Holy Week (Semana Santa) or the April Fair (Feria de Abril).

Orientation

Seville’s cathedral and La Giralda dominate the medieval Barrio Santa Cruz, the city’s tourist heart. South is the Alcazar, large Parque de Maria Louisa and ceramic-tiled hemicycle of the Plaza de España, while El Arenal lines the Guadalquivir with the landmark Torre del Oro.

The Centro, heart of modern Seville, extends to Plaza de la Encarnacion, site of the monumental Las Setas parasols.

Across the river lie the fairgrounds and the trendy, ceramic-making Triana district.

Our selection of the best Viator tours of this destination, plus helpful tickets and transfers

Cultural Walking Tour of Seville Monumental

Seville

Cultural Walking Tour of Seville Monumental
Our guided tours are of high quality. We guarantee the satisfaction of our clients and we are sure of it because our guides give 100% so that you take a wonderful memory of our city and visit Seville like a Sevillian. We started the visit with clients and ended it as friends. Sevilla Free Tours has been offering guided tours since 2013.

Price: €3

Min age: 1

Rating 4.86 / 5 [298 ratings]

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Seville Guided Small-Group Walking Tour

Seville

Seville Guided Small-Group Walking Tour
Start your journey with the best introduction to Seville. A unique vision of the city which has a unique style of combining history with pure entertainment. Come and join us to discover the largest old town in Spain and one of the most beautiful ones in the country: Seville. You will discover the history and secrets about the main monuments in town, such as the Cathedral, the Alcazar or Plaza de España. Along with our guides, you will explore the most charming corners of this city, getting to know not only the monuments but also its stories, important facts and hidden tales that only locals know. Come and discover the history of Fernando The Saint, learn about how the Phoenicians managed to create one of the oldest cities in Europe, and meet the legacy left by the Romans and Arabs. Optional breakfast at 9:30 Products of quality and proximity to be able to know at breakfast the origins of such a typical tradition of our land, such as a good toast with your local coffee.

Price: €18

Min age: 1

Rating 4.84 / 5 [115 ratings]

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Seville Bullring: Guided Tour with Direct Entry

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Seville Bullring: Guided Tour with Direct Entry
Visit the Seville bullring with the official guides of Sevilla Única. Walk through its corridors, learn about the art of bullfighting and the history of bullfighting. See the paintings that in 1700 narrated the bullfights. Get to know the chapel where they implore a good afternoon and feel the nervousness in the quadrille patio where they take the last sip of water, feel the shiver that runs through the body of the bullfighters and their crews when they hear the main door open, the sound of iron mixed with wood. Feel like a bullfighter in the center of the ring, see the lines and see where the bull enters, feel the glory when passing through the Puerta del Príncipe. Learn about the history of the second oldest bullring in use in Spain from an official guide. VISIT THE BULLRING OF SEVILLE. The tour is conducted in the selected language.

Price: €27

Min age: 0

Rating 4.24 / 5 [53 ratings]

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Seville Bike Tour Following the Guadalquivir River

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Seville Bike Tour Following the Guadalquivir River
Experience this ecological tour, while biking near the Guadalquivir river and visit American Gardens, Alamillo Park and others.

Price: €27

Min age: 8

Rating 4.58 / 5 [12 ratings]

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Seville Bike Tour with Full Day Bike Rental

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Seville Bike Tour with Full Day Bike Rental
Get to know the historical centre of Seville in an original way ! Enjoy a bicycle route through Seville for sport-lovers and also people who want to know the city in an original way. Seville is considered as one of the best cities in the world to travel by bicycle, thanks to its more than 160 km of reversible bike lane in the city. We will stop at the most important monuments, such as the Alameda de Hércules, the Island of La Cartuja, the quarter of Triana, the Plaza de Toros, the Torre del Oro, Maria Luisa Park, the Plaza de España, the Avenida de la Constitución and the Santa Cruz neighborhood, with the most famous monuments of Séville : the Cathedral, Giralda and the Royal Alcazars. Your expert guide will make explanations about them and the history of Seville. The fundamental objective of this tour is to appreciate and know all the important points of the city.

Price: €29

Min age: 0

Rating 4.78 / 5 [73 ratings]

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Seville Highlights Bike Tour (English)

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Seville Highlights Bike Tour (English)
Welcome to Seville! Sunny weather, more than 140km of bike lanes and different cultures that have emerged in the cityscape, make Seville a unique and beautiful city and perfect for a guided bike tour. During our 3 hours easy bike ride we would like to give you a perfect overview of its sights, neighbourhoods and monuments. You will learn about the history and legends, which will bring the past of Seville to life, as well as the present culture and lifestyle of the Sevillian people. Our multilingual experienced guides have prepared the best routes for you and our goal is to give you the necessary orientation for your visit. Of course, there's always the possibility to take great pictures. We will provide you with more information after the tour regarding restaurants & tapas, flamenco and more, so you can enjoy your stay to the fullest! On a bike tour you get to see more in less time and by cruising the city on two wheels, you will feel like a real local!

Price: €30

Min age: 1

Rating 4.92 / 5 [1426 ratings]

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Seville City Bike Tour

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Seville City Bike Tour
Explore Seville on a city bike during this 2 1/2 hour tour and see more of the city than you would on a walking tour. Cycle from the historic Barrio Santa Cruz through the Jardines de Murillo, passing by the Parque María Luisa and the Torre del Oro amongst others. Or book the private version of this tour and have your journey taylor-made.

Price: €30

Min age: 0

Rating 4.79 / 5 [121 ratings]

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Scooter tour in Seville

Seville

Scooter tour in Seville
Visit the main sites of Seville on our easy to use mini scooters. See the beauty that Seville has to offer while learning about the fascinating history of the city. Also available at night times.

Price: €30

Min age: 7

Rating 4.74 / 5 [35 ratings]

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Sunset Guided Bike Tour in Seville

Seville

Sunset Guided Bike Tour in Seville
Seville is a city with many hours of daylight - thanks to this, the Sunset Bike Tour is the perfect choice to enjoy the enchanting nightfall while doing the tour. Come see our favourite spots of Seville with the sun setting and the lights of the city shining as we enjoy our evenings. This tour will cycle you through the heart of the city discovering many of the iconic Seville sites as well as getting a feel for the mystery and romance of Seville’s twisting narrow streets by twilight. Seville comes alive at night, and the best way to experience it is one two wheels. Our guides will show you the stunning unique monuments and hidden away gems, explaining the history, legends and culture that make the capital of Andalucía so special. Of course, there will be enough time to take pictures and your guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have and inform you about places to go like restaurants and flamenco, so you can enjoy the most of your stay in Seville.

Price: €30

Min age: 1

Rating 4.96 / 5 [357 ratings]

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3-hour Guided Bike Tour along the Highlights of Seville

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3-hour Guided Bike Tour along the Highlights of Seville
Discover Seville on this 3-hour bike tour that shows you the most beautiful places in Seville. See all the highlights the city has to offer with a professional guide. Drive through Triana, past the old tobacco factory, Cathedral, Real Alcázar and the Plaza de España, listening to all the historical stories and legends our guides have to tell. During the tour there is every opportunity to ask questions and the guide can give tips on the best restaurants, tapas bars, activities, nightlife, etc.

Price: €30

Min age: 0

Rating 4.89 / 5 [218 ratings]

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Small-Group Tour: Seville City Center and Plaza España via Segway

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Small-Group Tour: Seville City Center and Plaza España via Segway
Enjoy a 1-hour, small-group Segway tour of Seville's center and Plaza Espana. Learn how to operate your Segway, then explore the Plaza de España, Teatro Lope de Vega and other highlights with your guide. The maximum group size for this tour is 14 and the minimum age is 9.

Price: €30

Min age: 8

Rating 4.91 / 5 [59 ratings]

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Seville Guided Horse Carriage Private Tour

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Seville Guided Horse Carriage Private Tour
Discover Seville from a unique perspective with our guided horse-drawn carriage tour. Ride through the city's historic streets while enjoying stunning views of its landmarks. Your private English-speaking guide will provide fascinating insights into the city's history and legends. Please note that this is not the standard ride sold on the street, but an in-person guided tour. The cost of the tour is 45€, payable in cash directly to the horse-carriage driver on the day of the tour. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Price: €31

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [19 ratings]

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Private Walking Tour in Seville City Center

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Private Walking Tour in Seville City Center
Enjoy a Private Walking Tour in Seville city centre to see the main monuments and its surroundings. This tour takes you around the Cathedral of Seville, the Alcazar Royal Palace, Santa Cruz Jewish Quarter, the Town Hall, the Torre del Oro (Gold Tower), the Maestranza, the old tobacco factory and Plaza de España and where one of the 'Star Wars' was filmed and Maria Luisa Park. With this private tour, experience and learn about the culture of each of these monuments from the past till now. The customer can customize the tour depending on their preferences. Just let it know to your guide.

Price: €38

Min age: 2

Rating 4.83 / 5 [31 ratings]

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Seville Electric Bike Small Group Tour

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Seville Electric Bike Small Group Tour
See Seville with little effort and lots of fun on this 2:15hours electric bike tour, led by an expert local guide. Easy and safe to ride, the bikes have electric motors that start as soon as you pedal, meaning you’ll see all the city sights without getting out of breath! Pass through neighborhoods like Triana, watching out for top Seville attractions like Plaza de España, Isabel II Bridge -- commonly known as Triana Bridge -- Seville Cathedral and Royal Alcazar Palace (Reales Alcázares). Numbers are limited to ten on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see the best of Seville with personalized attention from your guide. Departs from ELECMOVE, between the Cathedral and the bullring (not to be confused with CasteLLar, with double L, which is on the opposite side of the city.

Price: €44

Min age: 14

Rating 4.90 / 5 [524 ratings]

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Guided Monumental Route Segway Tour in Seville

Seville

Guided Monumental Route Segway Tour in Seville
Discover Seville on a fun, convenient and environmentally friendly way to explore the city. Enjoy a guided ride around the historic center of the city, its streets and squares on a Segway.

Price: €45

Min age: 10

Rating 4.91 / 5 [109 ratings]

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Seville Private City Kickstart Tour

Seville

Seville Private City Kickstart Tour
Receive a warm welcome to Seville on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Seville to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Alcazar and Cathedral, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Seville is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Price: €46

Min age: 1

Rating 4.85 / 5 [49 ratings]

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Seville Night Tour with Tablao Flamenco Show

Seville

Seville Night Tour with Tablao Flamenco Show
Discover the best of Seville after dark and enjoy an electrifying flamenco show on this 4-hour evening tour. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, admire top Seville attractions such as the Plaza de España, Tower of Gold and other landmarks all aglitter in the darkness of evening. Finish with an intoxicating flamenco show at one of Seville’s most acclaimed ‘tablaos’ (flamenco bars), the Tablao El Palacio Andaluz. Lose yourself in the flamboyant dance and music as you enjoy your choice of a drink, wine and tapas, or a 3-course dinner with the show.

Price: €54

Min age: 0

Rating 4.06 / 5 [150 ratings]

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2 Hour Best of Seville on Segway

Seville

2 Hour Best of Seville on Segway
Monumental tour is the perfect solution for somebody who likes history and doesn't want to miss places, which could be covered only with the local guide.  In 2 hours you will cover huge distance, learn the most interesting facts about our beautiful city and pick up useful advices about local bars, restaurants, flamenco and interesting local spots..

Price: €55

Min age: 9

Rating 4.95 / 5 [248 ratings]

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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Seville PRIVATE TOUR (B-Corp certified)

Seville

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Seville PRIVATE TOUR (B-Corp certified)
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Seville from a unique perspective! Get to know Seville on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Seville at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Jewish Quarter, Plaza del Triunfo, Salvador Church and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Price: €62

Min age: 1

Rating 4.88 / 5 [135 ratings]

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Seville Highlights Private Walking Tour

Seville

Seville Highlights Private Walking Tour
Discover the culture and legends of the enchanting city of Sevilla on a walking tour that takes you to its most important landmarks. Highlights of the tour include the picturesque Plaza de España, and the vibrant city center, where the Santa Cruz quarter is. Immerse yourself in the charm of Sevilla as you explore its iconic sites and learn about its rich cultural heritage. Book your tour now to experience the magic of this beautiful city.

Price: €73

Min age: 0

Rating 4.97 / 5 [40 ratings]

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Off the Beaten Path: Seville Urban Walking Tour

Seville

Off the Beaten Path: Seville Urban Walking Tour
Discover the hidden corners of Seville's old neighborhoods in this walking tour. Explore Alameda and Macarena districts with a local guide that will show you the range of creative and artistic movements in the city, from ceramics artisans to workshops to bohemian areas. Venture away from the tourist traps, interact with the locals, and learn about the urban society and culture and enjoy a drink at the oldest market of Seville.

Price: €89

Min age: 5

Rating 4.85 / 5 [14 ratings]

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Seville Highlights: Private Family Guided Tour

Seville

Seville Highlights: Private Family Guided Tour
Embark on a private family tour that will help you to enjoy the history and art of Seville. Discover the hidden secrets of the Alcazar and it's wonderful stories! Then continue on to the maze of Santa Cruz and the burial of Christopher Columbus in the Cathedral, where the most impressive views from its bell tower, the Giralda, can be enjoyed. It´s a tour to discover, to feel and to fall in love with Seville. *If for any reason outside the company such as lack of available tickets or closing of any monument, we can not visit any of the monuments included, this will be replaced by any other that is considere

Price: €104

Min age: 13

Rating 4.91 / 5 [23 ratings]

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Seville Half-Day Walking Tour

Seville

Seville Half-Day Walking Tour
You want to see it all and have only a day or two is Seville? This scenic tour will take you through all the most important monuments with more than 2000-year history ending your tour at the most modern building enjoying the Skyline of Seville.

Price: €135

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [11 ratings]

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Seville in one day

Seville

Seville in one day
During the tour Seville in one day we will visit the Real Alcázar of Seville, the emblematic Barrio the Santa Cruz and the Cathedral of Seville. Also we will know the others highlights of Seville such as Spanish Square, Torre del Oro, Guadalquivir river, the bullring, Salvador Square, Sierpes street and Metropol Parasol. If you don't want to miss anything while in town, this is your tour: Seville in one day. *If for any reason outside the company such as lack of available tickets or closing of any monument, we can not visit any of the monuments included, this will be replaced by any other that is considere

Price: €170

Min age: 13

Rating 4.33 / 5 [9 ratings]

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When to go

Peak season is spring, with Holy Week (Semana Santa) and other fiestas: Christmas is another busy time. Seville often roasts in July and August; if you go then, take a long afternoon siesta.

Autumn is lovely and warm; January and February are quiet, and can be rainy, but offer a good chance to feel like a local.

Getting there and away

A bus from Seville airport makes the half hour journey to the bus station in Plaza de Armas. If you fly into Madrid, the frequent high speed AVE trains will get you to Seville in 2.5 hours.

From Malaga airport, ALSA buses run at least once a day direct to Seville, but it’s best to book online to be assured of a seat.

Getting around

Seville has a well-integrated metro, bus and tram network, although most of its attractions are in fairly easy walking distance.

The hop-on-hop-off bus will take you to the main sights (the 24- or 48-hour passes include free walking tours). Driving in the historic centre is a headache, park and walk, take a taxi or hire a bike or e bike.

Where to stay

The compact central neighbourhoods are best for walking to the sights, restaurants and bars. Santa Cruz by the Cathedral is touristy but also has an exceptional selection of good hotels; the nearby El Arenal is more peaceful.

Hotels in the Centro, between Plaza Nueva and Plaza de la Encarnacion, are good for shops and restaurants, and again in walking distance of the attractions, while the increasingly hip Triana, across the Guadalquivir is a less touristy quarter, full of character and nightlife, although it’s a bus ride or a 20-minute walk to the main sights.

Where to eat or drink

Barrio Santa Cruz and surrounding areas are packed with restaurants and bars, especially along Calle Alvarez Quintero and Calle Mateo Gagos.

For traditional bars and restaurants look around Plaza Cristo de Burgos and nearby Plaza de la Encarnacion. For late night drinking holes and tapas, join the locals in the Alameda de Hercules north of the Centro.

Triana is another good spot after dark, especially along riverfront Calle Betis.

Where to shop

The pedestrian district around Calle Las Sierpes, the narrow winding street north of La Giralda up to Plaza Nueva, is full of quirky, traditional old shops cheek-to-jowl with designer boutiques.

Traditional Seville shops (flamenco dresses, etc) can be found around Plaza de la Alfalfa, just east of the Centro. Head across the Guadalquivir to Triana for ceramics and azulejo tiles and food in the  Mercado de Triana, Seville’s liveliest covered market.

What to buy

Ceramics, tiles, flamenco dresses, leather and Spanish guitars are classic buys, but don’t neglect Seville’s art galleries and antique shops.

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