Guidebook for Sevilla
Food Scene
[TRIANA] Their specialties (tapas) are great and the service responsive and friendly (Standing only though). Recommendations: ‘Pajarito’, ‘Lomo especial’ & ‘Montado de pringá’. [Thursdays - CLOSED].
30 locals recommend
Casa Ruperto
2 Av. Santa Cecilia[TRIANA] Their specialties (tapas) are great and the service responsive and friendly (Standing only though). Recommendations: ‘Pajarito’, ‘Lomo especial’ & ‘Montado de pringá’. [Thursdays - CLOSED].
[RESTAURANT - Italian] Perfect to enjoy a romantic dinner due to its amazing location (former Arab baths). Recommendations: ‘Ensalada de Endivias’, pasta or pizza (Main) and 'Profiteroles' (Dessert).
45 locals recommend
Restaurante San Marco
5 C. Santo Domingo de la Calzada[RESTAURANT - Italian] Perfect to enjoy a romantic dinner due to its amazing location (former Arab baths). Recommendations: ‘Ensalada de Endivias’, pasta or pizza (Main) and 'Profiteroles' (Dessert).
A different approach to Seville tapas as it is an Asian & Peruvian fusion (And is DOWNSTAIRS!!). Booking highly recommended. Recommendations: the selection of ‘nigiris’ and the ‘capirotes de gambas’.
38 locals recommend
Nazca
6 C. CalatravaA different approach to Seville tapas as it is an Asian & Peruvian fusion (And is DOWNSTAIRS!!). Booking highly recommended. Recommendations: the selection of ‘nigiris’ and the ‘capirotes de gambas’.
One of the top places to have tapas in Seville and definitely the best in ‘Alameda de Hercules’ area. Recommendations: Everything. My Top3: ‘Verdura en tempura', ‘Risotto 4 quesos’ & ‘Tataki de atún’.
143 locals recommend
Dúo Tapas
10 C. CalatravaOne of the top places to have tapas in Seville and definitely the best in ‘Alameda de Hercules’ area. Recommendations: Everything. My Top3: ‘Verdura en tempura', ‘Risotto 4 quesos’ & ‘Tataki de atún’.
[TAPAS] It is not very pintoresque but with some excellent tapas. Recommendations: The ‘paella’ (which can be served in tapas), the 'Spanish tortilla with sauce' and the selection of fried fish.
56 locals recommend
Casa Manolo León
8 C/ Guadalquivir[TAPAS] It is not very pintoresque but with some excellent tapas. Recommendations: The ‘paella’ (which can be served in tapas), the 'Spanish tortilla with sauce' and the selection of fried fish.
At the heart of Triana this bar is at the top of my list. Great quality and service but go early (before 9:00) if you don’t want to queue. Recom: ‘rosada al limón con pimientitos’ & ‘bacalao dorado'.
88 locals recommend
Blanca Paloma
49 C. San JacintoAt the heart of Triana this bar is at the top of my list. Great quality and service but go early (before 9:00) if you don’t want to queue. Recom: ‘rosada al limón con pimientitos’ & ‘bacalao dorado'.
Drinks & Nightlife
[FLAMENCO] (Non-organised Show). This is a local bar and the entertainment is spontaneous and different every night. Anselma, the owner of the bar is quite a character. Go after 23h (no entrance fee).
86 locals recommend
Casa Anselma
49 C. Pagés del Corro[FLAMENCO] (Non-organised Show). This is a local bar and the entertainment is spontaneous and different every night. Anselma, the owner of the bar is quite a character. Go after 23h (no entrance fee).
[COCKTAILS - 'EMBARCADERO'] My favourite spot in Triana. Keep your eyes open or you will miss the entrance door (very small). The view of the other side of Seville from the River’s bank is amazing.
Calle Betis, 69D
69D Calle Betis[COCKTAILS - 'EMBARCADERO'] My favourite spot in Triana. Keep your eyes open or you will miss the entrance door (very small). The view of the other side of Seville from the River’s bank is amazing.
Very central place with delicious cocktails for a reasonable price. There isn’t a wide variety but they serve classics (such as margarita, mojito or cosmopolitan) in a very original way.
17 locals recommend
The Second Room
19 C. de PlacentinesVery central place with delicious cocktails for a reasonable price. There isn’t a wide variety but they serve classics (such as margarita, mojito or cosmopolitan) in a very original way.
Sightseeing
A defensive tower built in the 13th century, almost at the end of the Moslem period. Today is the home of the city naval museum. It has a good view but there are better (Giralda, Metropol Parasol).
190 locals recommend
The Golden Tower
s/n P.º de Cristóbal ColónA defensive tower built in the 13th century, almost at the end of the Moslem period. Today is the home of the city naval museum. It has a good view but there are better (Giralda, Metropol Parasol).
A place to visit if you are the least interested in travelling in the footsteps of Hemingway or Picasso. Good tour with very nice guides that will give you an insight in this ancient tradition.
347 locals recommend
Royal Maestranza Bullring of Seville
12 P.º de Cristóbal ColónA place to visit if you are the least interested in travelling in the footsteps of Hemingway or Picasso. Good tour with very nice guides that will give you an insight in this ancient tradition.
If you get a ticket for the cathedral you can enter the Giralda as well. 36 Floors to the top but certainly worth the climb. What a View. Just Beautiful!
412 locals recommend
The Giralda
s/n Av. de la ConstituciónIf you get a ticket for the cathedral you can enter the Giralda as well. 36 Floors to the top but certainly worth the climb. What a View. Just Beautiful!
This is the largest church by airvolume in the World (see Guinness World records). Visiting Sevilla it is a must to go inside this fantastic Gothic cathedral. Take your time, and enjoy the interior.
1048 locals recommend
Seville Cathedral
s/n Av. de la ConstituciónThis is the largest church by airvolume in the World (see Guinness World records). Visiting Sevilla it is a must to go inside this fantastic Gothic cathedral. Take your time, and enjoy the interior.
A real architectural gem. You can spend hours walking around the gardens. Don't miss the water organ in the garden! Prepare to spend at least a few hours wandering around... it's worth it!
883 locals recommend
Royal Alcázar of Seville
s/n Patio de BanderasA real architectural gem. You can spend hours walking around the gardens. Don't miss the water organ in the garden! Prepare to spend at least a few hours wandering around... it's worth it!
Like going back in time. Maze of narrow, cultural streets. Wonderful area to get lost in for a couple of hours, to see the old cobblestone streets, gift and art shops. A lovely stroll.
478 locals recommend
Santa Cruz, Seville
Like going back in time. Maze of narrow, cultural streets. Wonderful area to get lost in for a couple of hours, to see the old cobblestone streets, gift and art shops. A lovely stroll.
A privately owned Moorish villa, with Roman/Greco sculptures and beautiful Moorish tiles and wall decorations. Extremely well presented and similar to the Alcazar in atmosphere but on a smaller scale.
320 locals recommend
Casa de Pilatos
1 Pl. de PilatosA privately owned Moorish villa, with Roman/Greco sculptures and beautiful Moorish tiles and wall decorations. Extremely well presented and similar to the Alcazar in atmosphere but on a smaller scale.
The church is a vivid example of the Baroque style. The icons and paintings are wonderful. It is worth a guided tour or audio tour (2 to 3€) to have a better idea of the history behind the art works.
185 locals recommend
El Divino Salvador
3 Pl. del SalvadorThe church is a vivid example of the Baroque style. The icons and paintings are wonderful. It is worth a guided tour or audio tour (2 to 3€) to have a better idea of the history behind the art works.
A must visit. An amazing palace surrounded by gardens. The cost for renting a boat for 4 persons (duration about 30 minutes) was only 5 euro! You had the feeling that you live in a past era.
436 locals recommend
Seville
A must visit. An amazing palace surrounded by gardens. The cost for renting a boat for 4 persons (duration about 30 minutes) was only 5 euro! You had the feeling that you live in a past era.
Bordered by 'Plaza de España', you can walk through the park and stop off by the fountains or the bird's island. Set aside some time for a visit, you won't regret it!
840 locals recommend
Maria Luisa Park
s/n P.º de las DeliciasBordered by 'Plaza de España', you can walk through the park and stop off by the fountains or the bird's island. Set aside some time for a visit, you won't regret it!
Everyone goes to Plaza de España and misses this gem. The square, work of Aníbal González is part of the artistic urban site created for the IberoAmerican Exhibition in 1929.
16 locals recommend
Plaza América
Plaza AméricaEveryone goes to Plaza de España and misses this gem. The square, work of Aníbal González is part of the artistic urban site created for the IberoAmerican Exhibition in 1929.
This beautiful little church was built between 1759 and 1815 as a sailors' chapel. See the striking statue of the Esperanza de Triana-The Virgin of Hope. There is a striking statue of Christ as well.
23 locals recommend
Brotherhood of Hope of Triana
53 C. PurezaThis beautiful little church was built between 1759 and 1815 as a sailors' chapel. See the striking statue of the Esperanza de Triana-The Virgin of Hope. There is a striking statue of Christ as well.
Perhaps it does not fit that much in the old town architectural style. However, if you are looking for a good vista of Seville don't hesitate to go up. Highly recommended in the sunset!
660 locals recommend
Metropol Parasol
s/n Pl. de la EncarnaciónPerhaps it does not fit that much in the old town architectural style. However, if you are looking for a good vista of Seville don't hesitate to go up. Highly recommended in the sunset!
Open space perfect for an evening's stroll. The area is surrounded by tapas bars and restaurants of differing quality and cuisines. Your taste buds will thank you, your waistband won't!
365 locals recommend
Alameda de Hercules
s/n Alameda de HérculesOpen space perfect for an evening's stroll. The area is surrounded by tapas bars and restaurants of differing quality and cuisines. Your taste buds will thank you, your waistband won't!
Impressive building worth visiting (walking around) if you are in the area. The façade is remarkable and it used to be a Hospital. Nowadays, it hosts the Parlament of Andalucia.
52 locals recommend
Andalusian Parliament
s/n C. San Juan de RiberaImpressive building worth visiting (walking around) if you are in the area. The façade is remarkable and it used to be a Hospital. Nowadays, it hosts the Parlament of Andalucia.
While the church itself is stunning, it's the treasury and details that will blow you away. The Madonna is used for the Easter parades and holds a special place in the hearts of the Seville people.
218 locals recommend
Basilica of La Macarena
3 C. BécquerWhile the church itself is stunning, it's the treasury and details that will blow you away. The Madonna is used for the Easter parades and holds a special place in the hearts of the Seville people.
Arts & Culture
Immense and beautifully displayed collection of artifacts from the Neolithic through the Roman period. If you are into archeology plan to spend some time here looking at these beautiful pieces.
88 locals recommend
Archaeological Museum of Seville
s/n Pl. AméricaImmense and beautifully displayed collection of artifacts from the Neolithic through the Roman period. If you are into archeology plan to spend some time here looking at these beautiful pieces.
A nice exhibit of old local everyday tools, furniture, ceramics and household items displayed didactically. One of the most beautiful NeoMudejar buildings in Seville (designed by Anibal González too).
55 locals recommend
Museum of Popular Arts And Traditions, Sevilla
3 Pl. AméricaA nice exhibit of old local everyday tools, furniture, ceramics and household items displayed didactically. One of the most beautiful NeoMudejar buildings in Seville (designed by Anibal González too).
If you want to see and learn more about Flamenco, go to this interactive museum. Presenting the history, explaining the styles and understanding the meaning. Daily shows complete the picture.
253 locals recommend
Museo del Baile Flamenco
3 C. Manuel Rojas MarcosIf you want to see and learn more about Flamenco, go to this interactive museum. Presenting the history, explaining the styles and understanding the meaning. Daily shows complete the picture.
Nearby the Maria Luisa Park this beautiful, classic theater was built for the 1929 Exposition. Named after a Spanish famous playwright and poet the building itself is worth a visit.
112 locals recommend
Lope De Vega Theater
s/n Av. de María LuisaNearby the Maria Luisa Park this beautiful, classic theater was built for the 1929 Exposition. Named after a Spanish famous playwright and poet the building itself is worth a visit.
The art collection (heavy on the religious side) is housed in a magnificent building. Manicured courtyards, beautiful painted ceilings and ornate carvings. Very tastefully presented (reasonable fee).
511 locals recommend
Seville Museum of Fine Arts
9 Pl. del MuseoThe art collection (heavy on the religious side) is housed in a magnificent building. Manicured courtyards, beautiful painted ceilings and ornate carvings. Very tastefully presented (reasonable fee).
[FLAMENCO] This is the #1 destination for all the major large tour operators. Not all that authentic but a BIG production. The performance is incredible but pricey (35€ ticket + 1 drink).
69 locals recommend
Los Gallos Tablao Flamenco
11 Pl. de Sta Cruz[FLAMENCO] This is the #1 destination for all the major large tour operators. Not all that authentic but a BIG production. The performance is incredible but pricey (35€ ticket + 1 drink).
[FLAMENCO] Similar style to "Tablao de los Gallos". Both with a very reliable level of performances. The guitar playing is fantastic and the dancers are amazing, dancing with passion and emotion.
56 locals recommend
Tablao Flamenco El Arenal
7 C. Rodo[FLAMENCO] Similar style to "Tablao de los Gallos". Both with a very reliable level of performances. The guitar playing is fantastic and the dancers are amazing, dancing with passion and emotion.
[FLAMENCO] A very lively place, with a terrace overlooking the river. Customers are free to play guitar and sing. Although not very big it has a really nice buzz and a good selection of drinks.
8 locals recommend
Calle Pagés del Corro, 74
74 Calle Pagés del Corro[FLAMENCO] A very lively place, with a terrace overlooking the river. Customers are free to play guitar and sing. Although not very big it has a really nice buzz and a good selection of drinks.
Essentials
[BUS STATION - International] The biggest bus station of Seville and your best option in short-time decision trips to anywhere in Spain or to the South of Portugal.
179 locals recommend
Plaza de Armas Bus Station
2 Puente Cristo de la Expiración[BUS STATION - International] The biggest bus station of Seville and your best option in short-time decision trips to anywhere in Spain or to the South of Portugal.
Entertainment & Activities
[AMUSEMENT PARK] A nice escape from the more historical sights on hot days (WATER attractions). It's very popular with locals but a bit outdated and pricey. Still great fun for kids and adults though.
207 locals recommend
Magical Island
[AMUSEMENT PARK] A nice escape from the more historical sights on hot days (WATER attractions). It's very popular with locals but a bit outdated and pricey. Still great fun for kids and adults though.