Andalusia’s sun-soaked capital is all flamenco, orange trees and Moorish palaces. Here are the best things to do in Seville.
The 8 best things to do in Seville
A breathtaking Moorish-Mudéjar palace and gardens (a Game of Thrones location).
The world’s largest Gothic cathedral, with Columbus’s tomb and a bell-tower climb.
The grand semicircular plaza with tiled alcoves and a moat — stunning at golden hour.
Seville is flamenco’s heartland — catch an intimate tablao in Triana or Santa Cruz.
The old Jewish quarter’s orange-scented lanes and hidden plazas.
The “Mushrooms” — a vast wooden structure with a rooftop walkway.
The soulful flamenco-and-ceramics district across the river.
Hop bars for jamón, salmorejo and a glass of fino sherry.
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Alcázar, Cathedral, Santa Cruz, evening flamenco. Day 2: Plaza de España, Triana, tapas; or a Córdoba day trip.
Tips for visiting Seville
- Book the Alcázar online to skip long lines
- Avoid July–August’s extreme heat; spring and autumn are ideal
- Eat tapas the local way — late, standing, and bar-hopping
Seville FAQ
How many days do you need in Seville?
Two to three — the monuments, flamenco, and a possible Córdoba day trip.
When is the best time to visit Seville?
Spring (March–May) and autumn; summer is brutally hot.
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.