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12 places · 14 h 5 min of sightseeing · 3 days

Seville Cathedral, Seville

How many days do you need in Seville?

12 places add up to 14 h 5 min of pure sightseeing. At 6 hours a day, not counting walking and meals, that's 3 days.

The best-known places in order, as long as they fit into 6 hours of sightseeing a day. Sightseeing only, without walking and meals — build the day-by-day plan with opening hours and the route in a RouteMarket notebook.

1 day — 5 h 45 min

2 days — 12 h

3 days — 14 h 5 min

Top sights

Ordered by how well known each place is. Data: OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia.

  1. Seville Cathedral — 1 h 30 min visit. Besides Columbus's tomb, it offers access to the former Giralda minaret, from which a panorama of the city unfolds. Hours: Mon–Sat 11:00–17:00 · Sun 14:30–18:00.
  2. Real Alcázar of Seville — 2 h 30 min visit. It is a masterpiece of Mudejar and Renaissance architecture with extensive gardens, requiring online reservation. Hours: Oct–Mar: 09:30–17:00 · Apr–Sep: 09:30–19:00.
  3. La Giralda — 1 h visit. Unlike the Alcázar, gentle ramps lead to the top of the tower, facilitating ascent instead of stairs.
  4. General Archive of the Indies — 45 min visit. It houses a priceless historical collection of documents concerning the conquest of the Americas, unlike sacred or palatial collections. Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–17:00 · Sun 10:00–14:00.
  5. Torre del Oro — 45 min visit. This historic defensive tower by the river, unlike Calle Betis, offers a maritime museum and a viewpoint over the river and the city.
  6. Plaza de España — 1 h 30 min visit. It stands out with its monumental semicircular architecture featuring bridges, canals, and benches symbolizing Spanish provinces.
  7. Imre Makovecz — 30 min visit. It represents unique organic architecture, being a memento of Expo '92 in Seville.
  8. Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza — 1 h 30 min visit. It allows you to visit the museum and the arena itself to learn about the history and tradition of bullfighting in Seville.
  9. Museo de Bellas Artes — 2 h visit. Within the former monastery walls, it presents a rich collection of Spanish Baroque painting, in contrast to archaeological collections. Hours: Tue–Sat 09:00–21:00 · Sun 09:00–15:00 · Aug: Tue–Sun 09:00–15:00.
  10. Casa de Pilatos — 1 h visit. It combines Mudejar, Gothic, and Renaissance elements, offering an intimate experience of an aristocratic residence with beautiful gardens. Hours: 09:00–18:00.
  11. Palacio de San Telmo — 20 min visit. This is a Baroque palace serving as the seat of the presidency of Andalusia, with interiors inaccessible to tourists.
  12. Metropol Parasol — 45 min visit. The modern wooden structure offers a rooftop viewing terrace and an archaeological museum underneath, which distinguishes it from historic buildings.
  13. Parque de María Luisa — 2 h visit. This extensive urban park, unlike smaller squares, offers canals with boats for rent and numerous pavilions.
  14. Hórreo — 15 min visit. This is a unique example in Seville of a traditional granary on stilts, characteristic of northern Spain.
  15. Torre de la Plata — 30 min visit. This is a preserved fragment of medieval defensive walls, a testament to Almohad architecture, rarely found in the city center.
  16. Isla Mágica — 6 h visit. This park offers rollercoasters and attractions themed around geographical discoveries, being the only entertainment venue of its kind in Seville.
  17. Teatro de la Maestranza — 3 h visit. This is a modern opera and concert theater where, unlike historical stages, opera and ballet performances take place.
  18. Isabel II Bridge — 20 min visit. This iron bridge, unlike the Torre del Oro, provides a direct connection between the city center and the Triana district, offering panoramic views.
  19. Parque de los Príncipes — 1 h 15 min visit. Unlike more monumental parks, this sizable urban park offers a spacious playground for children and plenty of green space for picnics.
  20. Palacio de las Dueñas — 1 h visit. Unlike Casa de Pilatos, this Renaissance palace offers a close look at the life and history of the famous Alba family. Hours: 10:00–18:00.
  21. Museo Arqueológico de Sevilla — 1 h 45 min visit. It focuses on archaeological collections from the province of Seville, showcasing Roman mosaics and artifacts from ancient Italica.
  22. Museo Arqueológico — 1 h 30 min visit. Located within the Parque de María Luisa, it focuses on artifacts from the Andalusia region from prehistory to the Romans. Hours: Tue–Sat 10:00–17:00.
  23. Teatro Lope de Vega — 2 h 30 min visit. The historic theater presents a wide repertoire of shows, concerts, and flamenco, being an important cultural point in contrast to the avenue itself.
  24. Plaza de América — 45 min visit. This square in Parque de María Luisa stands out with three pavilions in different architectural styles and a multitude of pigeons, unlike the gardens.

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What to see in Seville in one day?

Seville Cathedral, Real Alcázar of Seville, La Giralda, General Archive of the Indies.

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