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Seville
Flamenco, orange trees and Moorish palaces
Trip length
2–3 days
Best time
March–May and October–November
Mid-range budget
€110–170 / day
Overview
Andalusia's capital is all courtyards, tapas and heat. The Real Alcázar's gardens, a soaring cathedral and the curves of Plaza de España set the stage for late nights of flamenco and jamón. Seville is compact and made for wandering — but plan around the fierce summer sun by exploring early and resting through the afternoon.
Where to stay & explore
Santa Cruz
The old Jewish quarter — whitewashed lanes, hidden plazas and the cathedral and Alcázar on its edge.
El Arenal & Centro
Bullring, riverfront and the main shopping streets; central and well connected.
Triana
Across the river — ceramics, a lively market and the city's most authentic flamenco bars.
Alameda
Bohemian, leafy and buzzing at night with the young Sevillano crowd.
Top attractions
- Real Alcázar palace and gardens
- Climb the Giralda for rooftop views
- Sunset at Plaza de España
- Tapas crawl through Triana
- Live flamenco in an intimate tablao
Sample itinerary
Old town
Cathedral, the Giralda climb, and the Alcázar's Mudéjar halls and gardens.
Triana & tapas
Plaza de España, the Triana market and a river walk, then an evening flamenco show.
Slow Seville
Metropol Parasol viewpoint, Casa de Pilatos, and a long lunch of jamón and salmorejo.
Budget guide
Budget
€55–80 / day
Hostels, street food, public transport
Mid-range
€110–170 / day
Boutique stays, restaurants, some tours
Luxury
€280+ / day
Top hotels, fine dining, private guides
Approximate spend per person, per day, excluding flights.
Practical travel tips
- 1Book the Real Alcázar online with a timed slot — walk-up queues are long.
- 2Eat late like locals: dinner rarely starts before 9pm.
- 3For real flamenco, choose a small tablao or a peña over the big tourist dinner shows.
- 4Avoid July–August unless you love 40°C heat; spring and autumn are magical.
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