Things to do in Seville

Pl. de la Encarnación, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain

Sculptural wooden structure with an archaeological museum, rooftop walkway & viewpoint.

Calle Amor, 4A, 41006 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a park and open green space. It suits anyone wanting a low-key outdoor break; bring what you need for a simple walk or pause.

Casco Antiguo, 41004 Seville, Spain

In the city, this Moorish royal palace has fountain-filled gardens, ornate arches, and tiled rooms. It suits visitors who want one of Seville’s main sights; allow time for the grounds as well as the interiors.

Alameda de Hércules, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41002 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this large open square has trees, Roman columns, and a long history as a meeting place. It suits an easy stroll or an evening stop; expect a lively public space rather than a formal monument.

Av. Isabel la Católica, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this landmark square has a large water feature, painted ceramic seating, and an ornate pavilion. It suits first-time visitors and anyone wanting a classic Seville walk; leave room to cross the square slowly.

Torre del Oro, P.º de Cristóbal Colón, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41001 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a defensive tower from around 1220. It suits visitors who want a compact historic stop; pair it with a walk nearby along the riverfront.

Av. de Cádiz, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a fitness centre. It suits travellers who want to keep up a workout routine; check the centre’s own information before planning a visit.

Pl. de Pilatos, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this palace has courtyards with Greek and Roman statues, plus a collection of artworks. It suits visitors who enjoy historic interiors; it is a straightforward cultural stop close to the centre.

Torre Sevilla, C/ Gonzalo Jimenez de Quesada, 2, 41092 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a scenic spot at Torre Sevilla. It suits a short viewpoint stop; go when you want a quick look over the city from a modern tower setting.

C. Moraima, 31, 41927 Mairena del Aljarafe, Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a cycling park. It suits riders looking for an outdoor session; check the route and access details before heading over.

C. Albert Einstein, s/n, 41092 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a live music venue. It suits evenings out when there is a show on; check the venue’s own listings before you go.

Norte, 41015 Seville, Spain

In the city, this is a monument in the north of Seville. It suits visitors who are already in that part of town; it is a quick stop rather than a destination in itself.

C. Joaquín Romero Murube, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a sculpture in the old town. It suits a short pause on a central walk; it is best seen as part of a wider route rather than on its own.

Pabellón de España, s/n, 41092 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this is a New World-themed adventure park with roller coasters, water slides, live shows, and a lake. It suits families and anyone after a full day out; plan ahead if you want to fit in several rides.

Muelle de las Delicias, s/n, 41012 Sevilla, Spain

In the city, this modern aquarium has marine life, touch pools, and a tunnel tank with bull sharks. It suits families and indoor time with children; it is an easy option when you want a slower-paced visit.

Edificio EXPO92 P España, 1, 41092 Sevilla, Spain

Tourist attraction

C. Gramil, 2, Norte, 41008 Sevilla, Spain

Concert hall

C. Teniente Alcalde Rafael Zamora, 3, 41120 Gelves, Sevilla, Spain

Marina

Cádiz, N-4, Km 555, 41703 Dos Hermanas, Sevilla, Spain

Intimate campground for RVs & tents, providing a swimming pool, restaurant & basic amenities.

C. Dueñas, 5, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain

Late-1400s palace featuring a large collection of decorative arts, paintings & audio tours.

Pl. del Museo, 9, Casco Antiguo, 41001 Sevilla, Spain

Masterpieces by Greco and Velazquez in a 2-story museum of fine art in ornate, 17th-century palace.

C. Manuel Rojas Marcos, 3, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

18th-century building housing museum detailing flamenco dancing history & culture, plus live shows.

An amusement centre in Salteras. It suits families wanting a bigger off-centre outing; it is best treated as a half-day plan.

An Italian restaurant open late in Tomares, west of Seville.

"Short trip from the centre, in Tomares, so it suits travellers with a car or taxi."

Video arcade

A virtual reality centre in the city. It suits groups looking for a more active indoor stop, and it is a straightforward backup when you want a modern alternative.

Italian restaurant

Amusement center

Playground

Museum

"Good when you want something easy to pair with a walk through the centre."

An amusement centre in Camas. It suits families looking for an active outing; confirm transport before you go because it sits outside the centre.

Modern aquarium with a wide range of marine creatures, touch pools & a tunnel tank with bull sharks.

Amusement park

Playground

In Triana, this indoor market has produce stalls, prepared food and a small museum. It suits a casual stop for browsing and a meal.

Spacious, upscale shopping center with a food court, cinema & artificial lake.

Gardens in front of a Neo-Moorish pavilion, with a small pond and a playground. It suits families and a short outdoor stop; the play area gives children room to move.

An indoor playground in La Algaba, outside the centre. It suits families planning a short trip, and it is another useful option if you need covered play space.

In the city, this fine arts museum is set in an ornate 17th-century palace. It suits a slow art stop, especially if you want Greco and Velazquez.

"Allow time for both the galleries and the building itself."

Flamenco cultural center in 16th-century courtyard house, with museum & nightly live performances.

"Book ahead if you want to see a live show."

A Baroque church and museum in the old town. It suits visitors who want a quieter indoor visit, and it is useful if you prefer art and architecture over nightlife.

Museum

"Good when you want something easy to pair with a walk through the centre."

A short trip from the centre, this Roman city has temple ruins and a large amphitheater. It suits a half-day escape from central Seville.

"Best combined with a separate half-day rather than a quick stop."

A church and museum with Gothic-Mudéjar architecture in Triana. It suits travellers who want a short cultural stop, and it gives you a reason to cross the river.

In the city, this museum explains flamenco history and culture, and also stages live shows. It suits anyone building a flamenco-focused day.

"Pair it with an evening show if you want the full experience."

On the edge of the city centre, this cultural centre hosts exhibitions and events. It suits an easy indoor stop when you want something modern.

In the city, this 16th-century palace is known for Arabic-style arches and a mosaic-filled courtyard. It suits visitors who enjoy historic houses and decorative detail.

"Look closely at the courtyard floor and sculptures."

Sculptural wooden structure with an archaeological museum, rooftop walkway & viewpoint.

"Best for a late-afternoon visit when you also want the viewpoints."

Late-1400s palace featuring a large collection of decorative arts, paintings & audio tours.

On the outskirts of the centre, this former monastery now shows contemporary art and hosts workshops and concerts. It suits visitors who want something less traditional.

"Worth checking for events if you want to catch a workshop or concert."

In Triana, this indoor market has produce stalls, prepared food and a small museum. It suits a casual stop for browsing and a meal.

In the city, this 1761 bullring still hosts bullfights and includes a museum of bullfighting art. It suits visitors interested in a major Seville landmark.

"Allow time for both the arena and the museum."

A short trip from the city, this olive oil estate is a manufacturer visit. It suits travellers who want an olive-oil stop outside central Seville.

"Best planned as part of a separate half-day outside the city."

41013 Seville, Spain

Sizable, prominent park featuring scenic plazas with landscaped gardens, plus fountains & monuments.

Av. de la Constitución, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

Spanish Renaissance-style minaret topped by a Gothic & baroque bell tower built centuries later.

Pl. del Patio de Banderas, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

The main courtyard of the iconic Alcázar of Seville features a reflecting pool & sunken gardens.

Av. las Asociaciones de Vecinos, 21, Norte, 41008 Sevilla, Spain

Based around 2 Roman orchards, this 90-hectare green space is the largest park in Seville.

Av. de la Buhaira, 41018 Sevilla, Spain

Gardens in front of a Neo-Moorish pavilion, with a small pond and a playground. It suits families and a short outdoor stop; the play area gives children room to move.

Alameda de Hércules, Casco Antiguo, 41002 Sevilla, Spain

Park

Bo. Jardín Atalaya A, 1A, 41900 Camas, Sevilla, Spain

A scenic lookout in the Camas area. It suits anyone after a view rather than a long visit; it opens late, so sunset timing can be useful.

C. Vía Salaria, 42, 41089 Montequinto, Sevilla, Spain

An outdoor playground in Montequinto, in the city area. It suits families with younger children; check the route before setting off because it is not central.

C. Esperanza, 61, 41704 Dos Hermanas, Sevilla, Spain

Gardens dotted with follies, statues honoring poets & philosophers & a neo-Mudéjar-style palace.

Av. Parsi, 11, nave 20, 41016 Sevilla, Spain

Playground

Glorieta Gaviño, 4, Planta 1, 41900 Camas, Sevilla, Spain

An amusement centre in Camas. It suits families looking for an active outing; confirm transport before you go because it sits outside the centre.

41500 Alcalá de Guadaíra, Seville, Spain

A nature preserve in Alcalá de Guadaíra, described here as a day trip. It suits visitors who want more countryside than city park; make sure you have the time to get there and back.

Av. de la Industria, 2, 41909 Salteras, Sevilla, Spain

An amusement centre in Salteras. It suits families wanting a bigger off-centre outing; it is best treated as a half-day plan.

C. Gavilán, 23, 41006 Sevilla, Spain

A city park in Seville. It suits a very local, no-frills stop; it is the least prominent option in this shortlist.

C. La Laguna, 41703 Dos Hermanas, Sevilla, Spain

Nature preserve

Juderia, 2, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain

Garden

C. Gramil, 9, Norte, 41008 Sevilla, Spain

Amusement center