Essential Seville: Tour of the Great Monuments and Santa Cruz

4.7
(16 reviews)
Seville, Spain

2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Seville as a true Sevillean and be amazed by a city full of history, legends and charming corners. This tour is the best way to discover the must-see places of the city if it is your first visit.

Accompanied by an official guide, you will tour admiring the Cathedral and the Giralda, the Real Alcázar, the Santa Cruz neighborhood and the Torre del Oro, as you discover the history and curiosities that shaped Seville.

More than a tour between monuments, you will live an experience full of anecdotes, historical characters and legends that still endure in the streets of ancient Jewry. You will understand how Seville became one of the most important cities in Europe and the gateway to America.

At the end, you will receive recommendations for restaurants, tapas, flamenco and essential places to continue enjoying the city as a local.

What's Included

Tour of the main monuments and historic quarters of the city
Walking Tour of Seville’s Historic Center
Stops in shaded areas in summer for comfort
Cultural, historical explanations and curiosities throughout the tour
Official expert guide with extensive experience and great communication skills
Comfortable and flat itinerary, suitable for all types of travelers
Tickets to monuments or attractions
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaza de San Francisco 17 -Among the square trees -the fountain in front of the Bank of Spain-

End point
Torre del Oro

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Palacio Arzobispal

    Historic center of Seville San Francisco Square Placentines Street Introduction to the urban history of Seville

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Giraldillo

    Monumental setting of the Cathedral Cathedral of Seville Giralda Archbishop's Palace General Archive of the Indies Monument to the Immaculate Conception Historic-religious center of Seville

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Juderia

    Santa Cruz and Jewish Quarter Santa Cruz District Jewish Quarter in Seville Squares and streets: Alliance Square Plaza Doña Elvira Susona Street Life Street Plaza de Santa Marta More emotional and photogenic area of the tour

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Real Alcazar de Sevilla

    Alcazar and historic surroundings Real Alcázar de Sevilla Puerta del León Flag Yard Arch of the Oil Postigo History of kings, power and architecture

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Palacio de San Telmo

    The Palace of San Telmo is a jewel of the Sevillian Baroque built at the end of the 17th century as Seminary College of the University of Mareantes. It is notable for its impressive cover, by Leonardo de Figueroa, and for having been a residence of the Dukes of Montpensier. It is currently the seat of the Presidency of the Government of Andalusia and one of the most representative historic buildings in Seville.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Mercado Artesania El Postigo

    Guadalquivir River and final in Torre del Oro Torre del Oro Guadalquivir River Elizabeth II Bridge Iconic closure by the river and Triana

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Arenal De Sevilla

    The Arenal district is one of the most historic and lively in Seville. Located along the Guadalquivir River, it was the city's former port during the time of trade with America. Today it combines a rich monumental heritage, with places like the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza and the Teatro de la Maestranza, with a lively offer of gastronomy, culture and leisure that reflects the essence of the city.

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla

    The Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza is one of the oldest and most prestigious bullfighting squares in Spain. Built between the 18th and 19th centuries, it stands out for its elegant Baroque architecture and characteristic slightly oval shape. In addition to hosting important bullfighting celebrations, it houses a museum that allows you to learn about the history and tradition of bullfighting in Seville.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Plaza de España

    Plaza de España is one of the most emblematic places in Seville, built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition and designed by architect Aníbal González. Its impressive semicircular set, surrounded by a navigable canal, combines Renaissance, Baroque and Regionalist styles. Its banks of tiles dedicated to the Spanish provinces and its extensive monumental spaces stand out, making it one of the most visited and photographed corners of the city.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Plaza de America

    Plaza de América is one of the most elegant spaces in Seville, located in the Maria Luisa Park and built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition. Surrounded by gardens and presided over by buildings of great architectural value, such as the Museum of Popular Arts and Customs and the Archaeological Museum, it is an ideal place to enjoy a quiet environment and know an essential part of the monumental legacy of the city.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Real Fabrica De Tabacos

    The Royal Tobacco Factory is one of the most important industrial buildings of the 18th century in Europe and a symbol of Seville’s history. Built for the manufacture of tobacco from America, today houses the Rectorate of the University of Seville. Its imposing architecture and its relationship with the famous Carmen opera make it one of the most outstanding monuments of the city.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Torre Del Oro

    The Torre del Oro is one of the most emblematic monuments of Seville. Built in the 13th century as a defensive tower to control access to the port by the Guadalquivir River, it was part of the city wall system. It is currently home to a naval museum and provides a testament to the important role Seville played in maritime trade and travel to America.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
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