Seville Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, See & Eat
Seville, a vibrant city in southern Spain, is famed for its flamenco music, exquisite tapas, and stunning architecture. Explore the majestic Alcázar, the Gothic Seville Cathedral, and the modern Metropol Parasol. Stroll through the historic Santa Cruz district and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
With 328+ hand-picked places to explore, Seville rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious. Here's our complete guide to the best of the city — organised by what you're in the mood for.
Must-See Attractions in Seville
The icons and landmarks no first visit is complete without.
Start with Plaza del Cabildo — a semicircular plaza that offers a serene break during a day of exploring Seville's historic sites. Just as worthwhile is Plaza de Doña Elvira: a picturesque square in Seville's historic Santa Cruz district, surrounded by traditional Andalusian architecture. Plaza de San Francisco completes the picture: ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a lively public space in Seville.
Plaza del Cabildo
Seville • Historic Squares & Plazas
A semicircular plaza that offers a serene break during a day of exploring Seville's historic sites.
Plaza de Doña Elvira
Seville • Historic Squares & Plazas
A picturesque square in Seville's historic Santa Cruz district, surrounded by traditional Andalusian architecture.
Plaza de San Francisco
Seville • Historic Squares & Plazas
Ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a lively public space in Seville.
Seville Cathedral
Seville • Historic Architecture
Ideal for history enthusiasts and those captivated by Gothic architecture.
Museums & Culture in Seville
Galleries, museums and cultural landmarks for a deeper look at the city.
Top of most lists is Galería Alarcón Criado: this contemporary art gallery highlights bold, experimental works that redefine traditional art forms. Locals will also point you to Galería Weber-Lutgen — avant-garde art takes center stage at this contemporary gallery in Seville, showcasing emerging talents. And for something different, there's Iglesia de San Luis de los Franceses: history enthusiasts and couples will appreciate this stunning Baroque church in Seville's historic center.
Galería Alarcón Criado
Seville • Art Galleries
This contemporary art gallery highlights bold, experimental works that redefine traditional art forms.
Galería Weber-Lutgen
Seville • Art Galleries
Avant-garde art takes center stage at this contemporary gallery in Seville, showcasing emerging talents.
Iglesia de San Luis de los Franceses
Seville • Historical Sites
History enthusiasts and couples will appreciate this stunning Baroque church in Seville's historic center.
Galería Rafael Ortiz
Seville • Art Galleries
Ideal for art enthusiasts and those looking to explore contemporary creativity in Seville.
Best Things to Do in Seville
Activities and experiences to fill your days.
If you only make time for one stop, make it Stand-Up Paddleboarding on the Guadalquivir — experience paddleboarding on the Guadalquivir River for a unique view of Seville's skyline and landmarks. Escape Room Seville earns its reputation too — an engaging way to spend an afternoon in Seville, ideal for groups seeking adventure and teamwork. Round out the shortlist with Seville Bike Tour — explore Seville's urban landscape on an eco-friendly bike tour through its picturesque streets and scenic routes.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding on the Guadalquivir
Seville • Outdoor
Experience paddleboarding on the Guadalquivir River for a unique view of Seville's skyline and landmarks.
Escape Room Seville
Seville • Indoor
An engaging way to spend an afternoon in Seville, ideal for groups seeking adventure and teamwork.
Seville Bike Tour
Seville • Outdoor
Explore Seville's urban landscape on an eco-friendly bike tour through its picturesque streets and scenic routes.
Parque del Alamillo Adventure
Seville • Outdoor
Experience a range of outdoor adventure activities in a picturesque park setting in Seville.
Where to Eat in Seville
From local classics to standout modern kitchens.
Start with El Enano Verde — after exploring Seville's rich streets, enjoy a creative approach to vegan dining at this local favorite. Just as worthwhile is Antojitos Mexicanos: authentic Mexican street food in a lively setting on Calle Regina, just steps from Seville's city center. Veganitessen completes the picture: this vegan bakery is one of Seville's pioneers in plant-based pastries and sweets.
El Enano Verde
Seville • Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
After exploring Seville's rich streets, enjoy a creative approach to vegan dining at this local favorite.
Antojitos Mexicanos
Seville • Street Food
Authentic Mexican street food in a lively setting on Calle Regina, just steps from Seville's city center.
Veganitessen
Seville • Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
This vegan bakery is one of Seville's pioneers in plant-based pastries and sweets.
Eslava
Seville • Casual Dining
Perfect for a relaxed evening meal, Eslava adds a delightful touch to your Seville experience.
Seville After Dark: Bars & Nightlife
Where to go once the sun sets.
Top of most lists is Jazz Corner Sevilla: end your day in Seville with live jazz in a cozy venue that emphasizes acoustic quality. Locals will also point you to Jazz Naima Café — located on Calle Trajano, this café is a go-to for live jazz in Seville. And for something different, there's Naima Café Jazz: located on Calle Trajano, Naima Café Jazz features a lively atmosphere with diverse jazz performances.
Jazz Corner Sevilla
Seville • Live Jazz Venues
End your day in Seville with live jazz in a cozy venue that emphasizes acoustic quality.
Jazz Naima Café
Seville • Live Jazz Venues
Located on Calle Trajano, this café is a go-to for live jazz in Seville.
Naima Café Jazz
Seville • Live Jazz Venues
Located on Calle Trajano, Naima Café Jazz features a lively atmosphere with diverse jazz performances.
Hops & Dreams
Seville • Craft Beer Bars
Known for its ever-changing selection of craft beers, this bar attracts enthusiasts in Seville's nightlife scene.
Where to Stay in Seville
Hand-picked hotels, hostels and B&Bs across every budget.
If you only make time for one stop, make it Hotel Gravina 51 — ideal for families and couples seeking comfort and charm in Seville's historic area. Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza earns its reputation too — perfectly situated for exploring Seville, this hotel blends traditional architecture with modern comforts. Round out the shortlist with Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla — ideal for couples seeking a blend of history and modern comfort in Seville.
Hotel Gravina 51
Seville • Mid-Range Hotels
Ideal for families and couples seeking comfort and charm in Seville's historic area.
Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza
Seville • Spa Hotels
Perfectly situated for exploring Seville, this hotel blends traditional architecture with modern comforts.
Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla
Seville • Luxury Hotels
Ideal for couples seeking a blend of history and modern comfort in Seville.
La Banda Rooftop Hostel
Seville • Hostels
Ideal for budget travelers and groups looking for a lively atmosphere in Seville.
Shopping in Seville
Markets, boutiques and everything in between.
Start with Flamenco y Más — located on Calle Sierpes, this shop specializes in flamenco souvenirs and accessories for enthusiasts and dancers alike. Just as worthwhile is Artesanía Textil: exclusive handmade textiles from local artisans define this boutique in Seville, perfect for unique souvenirs. Flamingos Vintage Kilo completes the picture: ideal for budget-conscious vintage fashion lovers seeking unique pieces in Seville.
Flamenco y Más
Seville • Souvenir Shops
Located on Calle Sierpes, this shop specializes in flamenco souvenirs and accessories for enthusiasts and dancers alike.
Artesanía Textil
Seville • Souvenir Shops
Exclusive handmade textiles from local artisans define this boutique in Seville, perfect for unique souvenirs.
Flamingos Vintage Kilo
Seville • Vintage & Thrift Shops
Ideal for budget-conscious vintage fashion lovers seeking unique pieces in Seville.
Mercado de San Gonzalo
Seville • Markets
Start your day in Seville at this bustling market, perfect for sampling local flavors.
Parks & Green Spaces in Seville
Room to breathe when you need a break from the streets.
Top of most lists is Parque de María Luisa: avenida de la Borbolla features Parque de María Luisa, a blend of natural beauty and historical monuments. Locals will also point you to Parque Natural de la Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche — this expansive natural park showcases abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes across vast stretches of land. And for something different, there's Sendero del Guadalquivir: a scenic trail along the Guadalquivir River enhances any day spent exploring Seville's rich culture.
Parque de María Luisa
Seville • Parks
Avenida de la Borbolla features Parque de María Luisa, a blend of natural beauty and historical monuments.
Parque Natural de la Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche
Seville • Nature Reserves & Wildlife
This expansive natural park showcases abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes across vast stretches of land.
Sendero del Guadalquivir
Seville • Hiking Trails
A scenic trail along the Guadalquivir River enhances any day spent exploring Seville's rich culture.
El Bosque Suspendido
Seville • Hiking Trails
A treetop hiking trail in Seville, ideal for an adventurous day outdoors.
86 Explorer Picks We Held Back
Every list above is our free tier. On top of it, our editors mark the roughly one-in-ten places in Seville that are genuinely special — standout stays, tables worth planning a day around, and rooms most visitors never find — as Explorer picks, with full write-ups reserved for members. A few currently on the Seville list:
- Cook & Taste Sevilla· Indoor
- Cerámica Santa Ana· Souvenir Shops
- Triana· Hidden Neighborhoods
- Plaza de España· Historical Sites
- Devour Seville Food Tour· Guided
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