Sevilla Travel Guide
Where We Stayed In Sevilla
Sevilla Travel Itinerary
Our itinerary allows time for exploration, relaxation and just to take in the sights and sounds of this beautiful city. Your itinerary may also be determined by the ticket times for attractions you want to visit.
Day 1
Plaza de Espana - good at sunrise
Cathedral (Book Tickets in Advance) / Catedral de Sevilla
La Giralda - go up tower
Bar El Comercio (Famous for it’s Churros & also has Tapas)
Explore City Centre
Food Tour (Tapas)
Day 2
Royal Alcázar (Book Tickets as far as in advance as possible, as they do sell out)
Barrio de Santa Cruz / Santa Cruz Seville
Las Teresas (Tapas)
Archivo de Indias - Spanish Empire documents
Gold Tower - Torre del Oro
Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla
Walk along the Guadalquivir River at sunset - Particularly from Puente de Triana to Torre del Oro.
La Brunilda (Opens 8.30pm) (Tapas) - Book in Advance
Day 3
Alameda de Hercules
Mercado de Feria (Fresh Food Market)
Flamenco 6pm (Book Tickets in Advance)Palacio de las Dueñas
Iglesia de San Luis de los Franceses
Palacio de las Dueñas
El Rincocillo (Tapas)
Mercado de la Encarnación (Market)
Setas de Seville (Book Tickets in Advance) - light show at 10pm nightly
Espacio Eslava (Tapas)
Sevilla Food Tour
Best neighborhoods for tapas hopping
Triana
Santa Cruz
Must-try foods in Sevilla
Salmorejo
Espinacas con garbanzos
Jamón ibérico
Tortilla española
Churros with chocolate
Local drinks to try
Vino de Naranja
Tinto de Verano
Agua de Sevilla
Eating in Sevilla
Lunch: 2–4pm
Dinner: 9–11pm (many restaurants open at 8:30pm)
Tip only for good service (not required like in the US)
Sevilla Travel Tips
Our first trip to Sevilla was a total disaster. We tried to squeeze it into a summer day trip from Malaga, mistake number one.
Weather
Sevilla gets extremely hot in summer (think 104°F+)
Walking around in triple-digit heat is exhausting and unenjoyable
If visiting June–September:
Sightsee early morning or after sunset
Embrace siesta (2–4pm)
Stay hydrated
Wear a hat and sunscreen
Best time to visit Sevilla is in the spring or fall
February was perfect, sunny, comfortable, beautiful
River cruises won’t cool you off in summer — save them for evening
Book attraction tickets as soon as you book your flight
Reserve in advance for:
Real Alcázar of Seville
Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower
Setas de Seville has a nightly 10pm light show
No two nights are the same
Buy viewing platform tickets in advance
Book a flamenco show ahead of time
Best photography spots:
Plaza de España at sunset
Guadalquivir River at sunset
What to Wear in Sevilla
Pack based on season
For churches: dress modestly (covered shoulders, no short shorts)
Spring/fall evenings: bring a light jacket
Summer: breathable fabrics (linen, cotton), hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Wear comfortable walking shoes (cobblestones everywhere)
Getting Around Sevilla
Airport to city center: taxi (fixed price, 15–20 minutes)
City center is very walkable
Most attractions are close together
Do not drive in Old Town
Rent a car after exploring Sevilla
100+ miles of bike lanes — great city for cycling
Safety in Sevilla
Sevilla is overall very safe
Watch for pickpockets in crowded areas
Keep valuables secure
Don’t leave your phone on the table
Don’t stash wallets in coats on chairs
Stick to well-lit streets at night
A little awareness goes a long way
Sevilla is a wonderful city, which is best enjoyed slowly.