The most beautiful Andalusian city ... and one of the most exciting destinatins throughout Spain! Seville, full of character, perfectly represents the vibrant and colorful Andalusian character, lively and proud. Containing a simply outstanding historical heritage, this city will delight Heritage addicts: here cross the Moorish and Spanish influences, a unique blend! But Seville is also just an atmosphere in which one tastes the evening, when the heat relented, and a musician sings a tune of flamenco ...
visits sevillanas
Seville, capital of Andalusia, is located on both banks of the Guadalquivir river, it's mostly on the east side that are the most interesting monuments.
Visit the Santa Maria Cathedral and the Giralda. The Gothic cathedral is built on a former mosque, the minaret was preserved, it is the Giralda.
Then visit the Palace and Gardens, World Heritage of UNESCO. Continue with a visit to some beautiful Andalusian palace, the Casa de Pilatos, the Palace of San Telmo, the palace of Duenas ...
Do not miss a visit to the General Archive of the Indies (Casa Lonja) which are UNESCO World Heritage. You can also visit las Cinco Llagas hospital, the Alfonso XIII hotel, the Lope de Vega Theatre ...
A walk on foot in the most striking narrow streets of Santa Cruz, Seville certainly ideal to explore Jewish heritage gardens with wrought iron imitates beauty.
Stroll along the waterfront to the Torre del Oro. North of the city center discover the walls of La Macarena. You can also attend a bullfight in the famous bullring in Seville (Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballeria).
The city of Seville is home to many museums with outstanding collections such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Archaeological Museum and the Andalusian Centre of Contemporary Art.
festive Seville
At dusk, it is not time to go to sleep, another life begins in Seville! Yes, between its bars, restaurants, nightclubs and various shows the beautiful Andalusian offers a very lively nightlife.
In summer, the appointment of revelers often in trendy bars, pubs and cafes in Betis street near the waterfront in the center of town and major clubs located along the river, near the Puente del Alamillo.
Believers, festive and joyous Sevilla, justify their reputation as major players during Holy Week spring. A religious festival where penitents march amid a joyous crowd. During the Feria de Abril, annual celebration of festivities, the friendly atmosphere is waiting for you. These events allow people to parade and party in the streets of the city.
Feria in Seville
The biggest party of Seville Feria de Abril, for a week in April, after the pious Semana Santa, the city is cheering and no one works. In addition, Seville is transformed into a gigantic fair where you can find all kinds of food stalls, drinks or traditional crafts. People dress in traditional way and also dance the flamenco sounds of Andalusian guitars.
Andalusian cuisine and culinary specialties
Seville, like most Andalusian destinations, is known for its tapas. They are served in restaurants and bars. In Seville there are many places for tapas around the cathedral and more generally in the center of the city. Some well-known tapas include tortilla española of the pulpo gallego (Galician octopus), olives, patatas bravas the (spicy potatoes), ham and Queso Manchego (sheep's cheese).
Some tapas bars near the river, as Pedalquivir and El Faro de Triana, offer a nice view but are not as good in terms of quality. For something more typical and better, simply avoid bars and restaurants that have menus in English, the prices will also be lower. Head for example to La Manzanilla (Calle de Alfonso) or to the Taberna Colonial located in Plaza Cristo de Burgos.
Where to stay in Seville?
Seville remains one of the most attractive destinations in Spain: climate, culture, entertainment, heritage ... but the Andalusian capital hosts thus many visitors, which affects the price of accommodation, some higher than in the rest of the country. Prices rise during the peak tourist season, roughly from June to September, with other peaks on the occasion of Holy Week and Feria de Abril. For these periods, mandatory reservation in advance!
The ideal of course remains to stay in the historic center of Seville near the historical monuments, museums, restaurants, places to go ... well, in the heart of the atmosphere! Addresses charm abound between superb guest houses institutions within a historical setting, comfortable hotels and upscale way, but also some thought to the pleasant atmosphere.
Staying in the center of Seville is of course not the most economical solution, and if we try to restrict its budget, better aim for a more remote location. So we dug up a small pension, cheap youth hostel, or even renting an apartment to share several interesting ...
Starting well in the margins of the tourist season, the price of accommodation in Seville are down: a good fall reduction helps to provide a nice downtown hotel at a lower cost ... something to give an extra dimension to a stay already full!
Climate and geography
Due to its geographical position, Seville enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate. The climate is relatively mild and mild throughout the year; while summers are particularly hot and are perhaps not the best time to travel to Seville, as it is better to go there in the spring or fall.
visits sevillanas
Seville, capital of Andalusia, is located on both banks of the Guadalquivir river, it's mostly on the east side that are the most interesting monuments.
Visit the Santa Maria Cathedral and the Giralda. The Gothic cathedral is built on a former mosque, the minaret was preserved, it is the Giralda.
Do not miss a visit to the General Archive of the Indies (Casa Lonja) which are UNESCO World Heritage. You can also visit las Cinco Llagas hospital, the Alfonso XIII hotel, the Lope de Vega Theatre ...
A walk on foot in the most striking narrow streets of Santa Cruz, Seville certainly ideal to explore Jewish heritage gardens with wrought iron imitates beauty.
Stroll along the waterfront to the Torre del Oro. North of the city center discover the walls of La Macarena. You can also attend a bullfight in the famous bullring in Seville (Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballeria).
festive Seville
At dusk, it is not time to go to sleep, another life begins in Seville! Yes, between its bars, restaurants, nightclubs and various shows the beautiful Andalusian offers a very lively nightlife.
In summer, the appointment of revelers often in trendy bars, pubs and cafes in Betis street near the waterfront in the center of town and major clubs located along the river, near the Puente del Alamillo.
Believers, festive and joyous Sevilla, justify their reputation as major players during Holy Week spring. A religious festival where penitents march amid a joyous crowd. During the Feria de Abril, annual celebration of festivities, the friendly atmosphere is waiting for you. These events allow people to parade and party in the streets of the city.
Feria in Seville
The biggest party of Seville Feria de Abril, for a week in April, after the pious Semana Santa, the city is cheering and no one works. In addition, Seville is transformed into a gigantic fair where you can find all kinds of food stalls, drinks or traditional crafts. People dress in traditional way and also dance the flamenco sounds of Andalusian guitars.
Andalusian cuisine and culinary specialties
Seville, like most Andalusian destinations, is known for its tapas. They are served in restaurants and bars. In Seville there are many places for tapas around the cathedral and more generally in the center of the city. Some well-known tapas include tortilla española of the pulpo gallego (Galician octopus), olives, patatas bravas the (spicy potatoes), ham and Queso Manchego (sheep's cheese).
Some tapas bars near the river, as Pedalquivir and El Faro de Triana, offer a nice view but are not as good in terms of quality. For something more typical and better, simply avoid bars and restaurants that have menus in English, the prices will also be lower. Head for example to La Manzanilla (Calle de Alfonso) or to the Taberna Colonial located in Plaza Cristo de Burgos.
Where to stay in Seville?
Seville remains one of the most attractive destinations in Spain: climate, culture, entertainment, heritage ... but the Andalusian capital hosts thus many visitors, which affects the price of accommodation, some higher than in the rest of the country. Prices rise during the peak tourist season, roughly from June to September, with other peaks on the occasion of Holy Week and Feria de Abril. For these periods, mandatory reservation in advance!
The ideal of course remains to stay in the historic center of Seville near the historical monuments, museums, restaurants, places to go ... well, in the heart of the atmosphere! Addresses charm abound between superb guest houses institutions within a historical setting, comfortable hotels and upscale way, but also some thought to the pleasant atmosphere.
Staying in the center of Seville is of course not the most economical solution, and if we try to restrict its budget, better aim for a more remote location. So we dug up a small pension, cheap youth hostel, or even renting an apartment to share several interesting ...
Starting well in the margins of the tourist season, the price of accommodation in Seville are down: a good fall reduction helps to provide a nice downtown hotel at a lower cost ... something to give an extra dimension to a stay already full!
Climate and geography
Due to its geographical position, Seville enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate. The climate is relatively mild and mild throughout the year; while summers are particularly hot and are perhaps not the best time to travel to Seville, as it is better to go there in the spring or fall.
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