Around Town and Beyond
All work and no play – no way!
From the picturesque cobblestone streets to the drama and suspense of a live bullfight, the sights and sounds of Seville will fill your senses. Southern Spain comes alive as you tour bustling plazas, watch the colorful flair of flamenco dancing or take a scenic boat cruise down the glorious Guadalquivir River to the famous Gold Tower where Columbus deposited the priceless treasures he brought back from the New World.
Eat Your Heart Out
Spanish cuisine features flavorful foods like no other, and Seville serves up some of the best! A classic favorite, tapas are small, simple dishes much like American appetizers and are a delicious way to try a few bites of many different delicacies. With more than 2,000 tapas restaurants, you’ll never run out of new tastes to try! And if you’re craving something more substantial, try paella, a hearty dish of seasoned meat, seafood and rice. It handles even the biggest appetites. To really dine Spanish style, become a pasear, strolling from one restaurant to the next, sampling, snacking and meeting new friends along the way.
Paint the Town
Seville is home to many artists, drawn there by its boundless beauty. If you’re into the cultural side of life, you can spend your free time sketching with other artists in the cool shade of a Sevillian patio. Or pop into one of many art galleries or the Provincial Museum of Fine Art for a peek at the work of famous Spanish artists like El Greco, Murillo and Valdés Leal.
Explore the Real Seville
Brace yourself for a fun-filled afternoon at the Isla Magica theme park. Tame the El Jaguar roller-coaster or make a big splash in the Iguazu log flume. You can also rent a paddleboat to cruise the Guadalquivir River, get involved in a tennis, basketball or soccer tournament or go wild with all the animals at the Nature Reserve. Later, tour Seville’s beautiful museums, monuments and other attractions or take the time to enjoy the old Jewish Quarter, better known as the Barrio de Santa Cruz.
Shop ‘Til You Drop
A person could spend days exploring the many markets and shops of Seville. It’s a shopper’s paradise! Whether you are snapping up traditional handicrafts or visiting a chic boutique, you are sure to find unique gifts for yourself or for your friends and family back home. You might frequent places like Calle Sierpes, Nervion Plaza, Zara and El Corte Inglés. It’s possible to find almost anything among this unrivaled selection of stores, from quaint family-owned shops to large European department stores. You’ll be glad you saved your euros (European currency) for this exciting shopping spree!
Seville Is Amazing When the Sun Goes Down
Seville in the evening is the essence of urban European socializing! Stop at a trendy café and participate in that favorite pastime – people-watching. Listen to the strolling musicians, or catch a performance in the Barrio de Santa Cruz. We’ll also enjoy a nighttime fiesta river cruise. With the beautiful starlit skies above you, you’ll find Seville at night is simply unforgettable!
Catch a Flick
The open-air cinema is a concept almost unique to Spain. The nighttime Spanish sky creates a setting so beautiful, you might miss the movie! Still, if you need a flick fix, it’s the place to go.
It’s Only Natural
If nature’s your thing, you’ll be happy to know that Seville boasts many beautiful beaches nearby. Take a horse-and-carriage ride through the city’s lush, green parks, or discover the wonderful variety of flowers throughout Seville’s abundant gardens. And you can always stop and view the tranquil banks of the Guadalquivir River.
Celebrate with Seville
Seville hosts an almost never-ending celebration of summer festivities! The city comes alive with music, singing and dancing – you’re sure to see plenty of well dressed couples, the men in fine suits and the women famously sporting colorful flamenco dresses. Pavilions with fairy lights and Chinese lanterns keep the night alive with light while you rock and roll with your new amigos. It’s impossible to resist the friendly energy!
