Quaint narrow streets, mind-blowing historic sites, outdoor terraces, and late-night drinks are all ideal ingredients for the perfect Seville vacation. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

And yet, in this day and age, it\u2019s easy to picture how a fairytale could turn into a nightmare. With big cities often being synonymous with crime, and tourism with pickpockets, most travelers considering a trip to Seville might wonder: how safe really is Spain\u2019s fourth-largest city? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re looking to get lost in the maze-like streets of the Jewish Quarter<\/a>, eat tapas at midnight<\/a>, or party the night away<\/a>, read on and find out how to make your stay memorable for all the right reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Keep calm and enjoy the city<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, you can rest easy and keep planning that dream vacation: Seville is a destination that not only is very safe on paper, but really does feel that way, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a country, Spain has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe<\/a> and Seville\u2019s is lower than that of other major cities. Incidents of violent crime are uncommon and shouldn\u2019t be of any particular concern if you\u2019re preparing a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, as you become accustomed to Seville\u2019s laid-back lifestyle<\/a>, you\u2019ll have no excuse not to enjoy an evening stroll, embrace those late-night tapas<\/a>, or bar-hop until dawn! Even on weekdays and long after dark, the general atmosphere in the Old Town is relaxed, and you\u2019ll find the streets are often packed with local families (including young children), students and visitors enjoying the vibrant nightlife. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, with this out of the way, just remember\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A few precautions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sun is shining, the sights are stunning, and with enchanting flamenco guitar playing in the background, we know it can be all too easy to let your guard down. Even if incidents are relatively rare, it\u2019s good to keep in mind that petty theft does occur in Seville. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Save yourself from unpleasant experiences and bureaucratic hassle by staying alert and following these simple, universal rules: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

• As in any other major city, pickpockets tend to operate in crowded areas, so keep an especially close eye on your belongings on public transport, inside and outside bus or train stations, and in busy tourist hubs. Some of these include Hop-on Hop-off bus stops, Plaza de Espa\u00f1a, or outside the exit of the cathedral.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n