There will be no flights available to and from Seville as from 13 November 2011.
Seville is the most beautiful city in southern Spain and is the stimulating centre of Andalusia. The variety of Seville’s architecture makes it a leading tourist attraction.
Seville’s long-term status as an administrative centre has left its mark in the form of majestic buildings and architectural gems. You should not miss the Alcazar, which was originally an Arab fortress but was converted into a palace by the Christians. The cathedral in the city centre is also impressive, with its 76-metre-high tower. Although it has not been proven officially, people say that Columbus was burried in this cathedral.
During your visit to Seville, you can take a pleasant stroll through the Santa Cruz district, which is actually the old town centre. In addition to a large number of narrow streets, magnificent balconies and old-fashioned patios, you will also find the tapas bars that are typical of the city. Tapas are small dishes and you will need to order about 5 of them for a proper meal. For a romantic walk, we recommend the banks of the Guadalquivir River, which runs straight through the old town.
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El arenal
Introduction
The commercial heart and soul of town
is also one of Seville’s liveliest barrios.
Hotels
Formerly the home of
a poet, the plush Taberna del Alabardero
(20 Calle Zaragoza, tel. 954 502721,
tabernadelalabardero.es, rooms from
€130) is exquisitely designed, with
rooms set around a traditional patio.
Cultural
After a stroll by the
riverfront, stop at the Torre del Oro
(Paseo de Colón), an emblematic
landmark and museum heralding the
city’s days as a major European port.
Restaurants
For traditional ambience and
food, head for Las Piletas (Calle Marqués
de Paradas, tel. 954 220400), where
dishes include meaty classics such as
roast lamb and oxtail. Seafood lovers will
want to visit the atmospheric Mercado
del Arenal (Calle de Pastor y Landero),
where Marisquería Arenal serves
wonderful, simply prepared dishes.
Pubs
Enjoy your café solo
(espresso) at traditional Confitería La
Campana (corner of Calle Sierpes and
Martín Villa); a traditional 19th-century
cafeteria. Popular Bar Alfalfa (Plaza
Alfalfa) is short on elbow room but big
on atmosphere, with excellent wine
as well as tempting tapas treats.
Night Clubs
Strut your
stuff at Babilonia (Avenida García
Morato); a cavernous disco with
plenty of hip-swinging space.
Shops
Voguish gals
should check out the stylish French
chain Sephora (72 Calle Sierpes) for
an excellent range of cosmetics.
Alameda de hércules
Introduction
The Alameda is a gritty and appealing
area with a hip vibe and lots going on.
Hotels
The charming boutique
hotel Sacristía Santa Ana (22 Alameda
de Hércules, tel. 954 915722, hotel
sacristia.com, rooms from €69)
dates from the 1700s and has been
painstakingly restored. The rooms
are comfortable and atmospheric.
Cultural
Marvel at the city’s
most famous Virgin statue – the work
of famous sculptor Roldán – who resides
at the brightly painted Basilica de la
Macarena (1 Calle Bécquer).
Pubs
One of several great
watering holes in the area, Café Central
(64 Alameda de Hércules) is an
established landmark; just look out for
the cerveza-quaffing crowd outside.
Shops
The city’s most
colourful street market takes place just
east of the Alameda de la Hércules every
Thursday morning – a beguiling combo of
second-hand trinkets, crafts and antiques.
Barrio de santa cruz
Introduction
Cobbled streets are interspersed with
pretty plazas lined with orange trees
and traditionally-tiled benches in this
delightful historic quarter.
Hotels
The reasonably priced
Patio en Santa Cruz (15 Calle Doncellas,
tel. 954 539413, patiosantacruz.com,
rooms from €65) offers simple rooms,
a rooftop terrace and complimentary
Wi-Fi for guests.
Cultural
Wander through
the sun-dappled gardens of the Alcázar,
(Plaza de Triunfo) before exploring this
fascinating fort dating back to the
12th century, when it was built by the
prosperous Muslim rulers.
Restaurants
Classy Casa Robles (58 Calle
Alvarez Quintero, tel. 954 213150)
dishes up tasty and beautifully presented
traditional dishes, while Pizzeria San
Marco (6-10 Meson del Moro, tel. 954
214390) enjoys an evocative setting in a
former Moorish bathhouse and is famed
for its inexpensive pizza and pasta.
Pubs
Enjoy a good atmosphere
and Guinness on tap at the popular
Flaherty (7 Calle Alemanes) next to
the Cathedral. Or go upmarket at La
Subasta (36 Calle Argote de Molina),
a chic watering hole that serves
excellent local wine.
Night Clubs
Follow the
polka dots to atmospheric La Carbonería
(18 Calle Levíes), a converted coal yard
with impromptu flamenco and dancing.
Shops
Peruse the original
art work at Rafael Ortiz gallery (12 Calle
Mármoles), which showcases the work
of exciting contemporary artists.
Population
Currency
Telephone
Seville San Pablo Airport
Bus: Buses leave every half hour on weekdays and every hour at weekends. They start at about 6am and finish around 11pm. Tickets cost €2 and the journey takes about 25 minutes.
Taxi: A journey from the airport to the city centre takes about 15 minutes and costs approximately €20.
Tourist information: The main tourist offices can be found at 28 Calle Arjona (tel. 954 221714) and 19 Plaza de San Francisco (tel. 954 595288, www.turismo.sevilla.org).