We don’t want you to miss a thing in the city, so here’s a list of the must-see sights in Seville
1. Museum Tour
Archaeological Museum
Located in Plaza de América, within María Luisa Park. Designed by the renowned Sevillian architect Aníbal González, it’s a fascinating destination for history and archaeology enthusiasts. It consists of 27 galleries arranged in chronological order from Prehistory to the Middle Ages. You’ll find remains from some of the great civilizations that once inhabited the area, such as the Carambolo Treasure (Tartessians) and the figure of the Goddess Astarte (Phoenicians), as well as imperial portraits of Trajan and Hadrian (Romans), among others.
Museum of Fine Arts
This museum is located in the city center, specifically in the square that bears its name (Plaza del Museo). It is the second-largest art museum in Spain, housing a diverse collection of works by various painters, including Murillo, Zurbarán, Velázquez, González de Bilbao, and El Greco, among others. A must-see in Seville.
Museum of Folk Arts and Customs
It is housed in the Mudejar Pavilion in María Luisa Park, designed by Aníbal González for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. This museum is dedicated to Andalusian ethnological heritage. Of particular note are the Aguiar collection of genre paintings, the collection of oriental pottery and ivory from Soria, and the Díaz Velázquez collection of lace and embroidery, one of the most important in Europe.
Andalusian Center for Contemporary Art
In 1997, the Monastery of La Cartuja became the museum’s headquarters, as it runs a program aimed at promoting the study and advancement of international contemporary art. In addition, a visit to the monument itself is a significant highlight, given its status as a site of artistic and archaeological heritage.
Naval Museum
This museum is located inside the Torre del Oro, on the banks of the Guadalquivir River and next to the Maestranza Bullring. Among the objects on display, you can see fossilized marine remains, nautical equipment, compasses, figureheads, paintings and engravings with maritime themes, old nautical charts, and historical documents, among other items. Both on the walls and on the floors. For all these reasons, if you love the sea, this is a must-see in Seville.
2. Church Tour
Compared to other cities, Seville boasts an endless array of churches, chapels, parishes, and convents. This makes it the perfect city for anyone who loves religious architecture. In addition to the architectural beauty of these buildings, their interiors house numerous works of art, including sculptures, paintings, and frescoes. Here are the most notable churches to visit in Seville, all located in the historic center.
3. The Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Alcázar
These are Seville’s top attractions, so they’re a must-see on any itinerary. The world’s largest Gothic cathedral also houses the Giralda, the minaret of the former mosque on which the current cathedral was built. On the other hand, the oldest palace still in use: the Reales Alcázares. Its interior and beautiful gardens make it a fascinating place that has witnessed the city’s cultural diversity.
4. Santa Cruz Neighborhood
Another must-see attraction in Seville is undoubtedly the Santa Cruz neighborhood. It gets its name from the church located there. It’s made up of star-shaped, labyrinthine streets where getting lost is part of the neighborhood’s charm. It’s beautiful, bohemian, and full of secrets. In short, this area will transport you to another era.
5. A Stroll Through the Parks
Seville is a green city, boasting numerous parks and gardens scattered throughout the city. Each one offers its own unique beauty and provides a relaxing and refreshing place to stroll. The quintessential park is María Luisa Park. It is the largest and most popular with tourists due to the beauty created by its layout and variety of vegetation. It is also home to the Plaza de España, an iconic monument you shouldn’t miss. Additionally, there are other parks worth visiting, such as the Murillo Gardens, Las Delicias Park, the Prado Gardens, and the Cristina Gardens.
6. La Cartuja
La Cartuja is an area located between the two branches of the Guadalquivir River. It is home to landmarks such as the Monastery of La Cartuja and part of the infrastructure built for the 1992 World’s Fair, including its pavilions, which still stand today. You’ll also find the Isla Mágica theme park and the Science and Technology Park. Later, the Triana Tower, the Olympic Stadium, the Rocío Jurado Auditorium, Alamillo Park, and the Pelli Tower—the city’s tallest building—were inaugurated.
7. Seville and Tapas
In Seville, you can enjoy the typical cuisine of southern Spain: tapas. It’s impossible not to recommend any of the exquisite dishes offered by Andalusian cuisine, such as ham tapas, gazpacho, cod with tomato, and salmorejo. On this trip, you can’t leave without trying some of these typical Sevillian tapas: huevas a la flamenca, spinach with chickpeas, snails, blood with onions, cod pavía, seasoned potatoes, Sevillian tripe, and yemas de San Leandro, among others.
8. Seville and Flamenco
The Flamenco Dance Museum, located in the city center, is the ideal place to learn about and appreciate this dance form. Throughout Seville, you can also enjoy Andalusian art and flamenco in all its splendor every day at other flamenco venues, in the social clubs of local bars, and at village festivals. In addition, several festivals related to this art form are held throughout the year. Particularly noteworthy are: the Feria, held every year, and the famous Flamenco Biennial, held in even-numbered years. The Biennial attracts leading figures in singing, dancing, and guitar playing. It is an event that showcases everything from the most traditional to the most modern performances.
9. Modern Seville
Like many other places, the city of Seville is evolving as life modernizes in these changing times. As a result, buildings, structures, and monuments are emerging that catch everyone’s eye and have become additional must-see attractions in Seville, such as the Metropol Parasol, the Metrocentro, the Alamillo Bridge, the aquarium, and the Pelli Tower, among others.
10. Alameda de Hércules
This is Seville’s most alternative neighborhood. Here you can see the wide variety of styles among Sevillians while enjoying a stroll through the square. It offers a wealth of bars, restaurants, and pubs where you can enjoy tapas, modern cuisine, breakfast, pastries, and take a culinary journey around the world thanks to its international eateries. In addition, concerts, exhibitions, dances, and fairs are held regularly. For all these reasons, it has become one of the liveliest spots in the city.
