It’s pretty fair to say that if you are after the real Spain, a trip to Seville is the place to start! And that’s why we have put together our Ultimate Travel Guide to Seville, <\/strong>which is chock full of all the best things to do, eat, see, buy and beyond in this incredible Spanish city!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo Credit: Franek N<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of Seville’s most celebrated sights is the Alcazar Palace, which started as a Moorish fortress and has evolved into the oldest Royal residence still in use in Europe. With fabulous architecture and also some great gardens to explore, it’s a must-see monument in any ultimate travel guide to Seville!<\/p>\n\n\n\n See also:<\/strong> Top 10 Things to do in Seville<\/a> and 10 Beautiful Parks in Seville Worth a Visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Seville is home to the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world<\/strong>, and a visit is at the top of the list of Seville’s “must see” monuments. Witness the grandeur from the outside, experience the gothic eeriness on this inside, and also hike up 34 ramps to the top of the bell tower, La Giralda, for spectacular views of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For More:<\/strong> Top 10 Things to See in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This fantastic pavilion found in the Maria Luisa Park was built to host the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition, and its beautiful tiled buildings and boat rides around the small canal make it fun for travelers of all ages. Of course, our ultimate travel guide to Seville would include this astonishing monument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also Featured In:<\/strong> 10 Things to do in Seville With Kids<\/a> and Five Free things to do in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n While a very historic city, there are also some hints of modernity in Seville. No trip to the city is complete without visiting Seville’s newest monument, Metropol Parasol, or Las Setas <\/em>(the mushrooms), as it is affectionately known as by the locals. Take a look at the extraordinary architecture from ground level, then also catch the lift to the top for a unique view of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n See Also:<\/strong> Five Cheap Things To Do In Seville<\/a> and The Most Spectacular Views in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you think of an ultimate travel guide to Seville, many people immediately think of flamenco tips. Andalusia is the heart of flamenco culture, and where better to experience this incredible art form than in the capital itself. Avoid the tourist traps, and visit a place that is putting on shows of pure flamenco passion. A wonderful place to experience this is Casa de la Memoria<\/strong>, a cultural center dedicated to preserving the Andalusian arts that also offers flamenco classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More:<\/strong> Five Places To See Flamenco In Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The beauty of Seville is that you don\u2019t have to go far away from the big monuments to find the \u201creal, off the beaten path Seville\u201d, as the historic center is home to many hidden corners. In this section of our ultimate travel guide to Seville, we share some of our favorite hidden gems with you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n As we say, a flamenco show in Seville is a must. But, if you don’t mind skipping the pretty dresses, head to where the locals go. For a real “flamenco in the bar” experience, visit Casa Anselma in the Triana neighborhood, which has an evening show starting around midnight – you might not see the beautiful dresses and professional dancing, but you will experience the true spirit of flamenco, as the locals enjoy it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More: Top Picks For Our Favorite Flamenco Bars in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our favorite hidden treasure to share in our ultimate travel guide to Seville is the Macarena neighborhood. Although it still forms part of the historic center of Seville, it is virtually unknown to visitors. However, the word is slowly getting out! This working-class neighborhood still holds some of its original charm and is currently reinventing itself as the artistic heart of Seville. Aside from getting lost in the back streets and taking a break in one of the many local bars in the neighborhood, you can also enjoy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n See more: <\/strong>The Best Churches in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You will notice that in the late afternoon, from around 6 pm onwards, the streets fill with people, many taking their seat in the streets and squares with a coffee and something sweet in hand. This wonderful tradition is called “la merienda” and is basically Spain’s answer to afternoon tea. We love visiting Bar El Comercio during this time for our coffee and churros. Also, we love Seville’s iconic pastry shop – La Campana, which is another one not to be missed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The streets and bars of Seville become filled in the evening with people out and about, meeting with friends and family over a drink or two, and bringing the city alive in the process. What better way to feel part of the action than shunning the tourist traps and joining the local crowd in the local taverns? Start by sampling some homemade vermouth, move onto some typical tapas, and feel more sevillano<\/em> with every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out:<\/strong> 5 Places to Sample Vermouth in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n With access to the best of everything – seafood, meats, legumes, fresh fruits and vegetables and, of course, an endless supply of fabulous Spanish ham, Seville is fast becoming a mecca for food lovers. What ultimate travel guide to Seville would be complete without tips on the best ways that food lovers can enjoy the city?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seville’s produce markets are not only an interesting place to see the best of the local produce on display and for sale. They’re also a wonderful spot to get a glimpse into the local way of life, no matter how much or how little you are into food!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t Miss: <\/strong>Local Food Markets in Seville: Our Favorites!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Food and wine go hand in hand. So, you absolutely can’t miss a glass of Seville’s favorite tipple, none other than sherry wine. But forget about the sweet stuff from Grandma’s cabinet – while we love that too, we especially love the bone dry, crisp varieties such as fino<\/em> and manzanilla<\/em>, especially on a hot summer’s day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read More:<\/strong> Here’s Our Favorite Places to Drink Sherry in Seville – Salud!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n What better way is there to learn about a city than through the food? Join us on a Seville food tour and spend four fabulous hours rambling through the back streets of the historic center, trying local bites along the way. Also, you’ll learn about the fascinating history that created the city we know and love today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn More:<\/strong> Our Delicious Tastes, Tapas & Traditions of Seville Food Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n We don’t just love eating food, we love making it too, and there are a variety of wonderful cooking classes available so you can go home with some new skills – cooking our favorite local recipes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n See More<\/strong>: Cooking Up A Storm With These Three Great Cooking Classes in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Seville is the capital city of tapas, and what better way to experience them than having someone show you the ropes? To combine more than 2,000 years of Seville’s fabulous city with four of Seville’s best historical taverns, and of course, an unbelievable array of local foods and wines. Join us on a tapas tour for an after dark exploration of the Andalusian capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find out more:<\/strong> Our fun and informative Tapas, Taverns & History of Seville Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n What to eat in Seville is almost as difficult as asking where to eat, but there are some stand out dishes that are not to be missed while visiting the city! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n In a country that is made up of regional cuisine, giving each part of Spain\u2019s its own unique flavor, ham (and pork meat in general!) is the one thing we can say unifies the country\u2019s cuisine as a whole. But given Seville\u2019s proximity to the nearby province of Huelva – one of the top producing areas of the famous melt-in-your-mouth acorn-fed Iberian ham, in Seville trying this ham is definitely at the top of the list.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n In Seville & Andalusia, we love fried food, but the most popular of all would absolutely be fried fish (pescado frito<\/em>). We love it so much that it is an important stop on our daytime food tour<\/a> of Seville!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stews are a big part of the diet in Andalusia, but one that you find in tapas bars all over Seville that is well-loved by locals is espinacas con garbanzos<\/em> (spinach and chickpea stew). <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nose to tail eating is nothing new in Spain – we make use of every part of the pig, a practice that dates back to when families had one pig that they’d slaughter for almost an entire year’s worth of food. One of our favorite cuts of the Iberian pig are the cheeks. These are stewed with wine and served up in tapas bars across the city, but if you want to try an amazing version of this dish make sure you join us on our evening Tapas, Taverns & History tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This dish actually originates from the nearby city of Cordoba but is well loved by people all over Andalusia. This cold tomato soup is the thicker and more tomato-heavy cousin of the famous gazpacho, made simply with tomatoes, seasoned with garlic and sherry vinegar, and thickened with bread and extra virgin olive oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite the non-Spanish sounding name, this is actually a very typical local dish in Seville. Pork loin is prepared with a garlic based (and whiskey!) sauce and enjoyed as a tapa across the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the city that boasts over 3,000 bars and eating establishments, where to eat in Seville is a really good question! Every neighborhood in Seville boasts a whole range of options, from the traditional hole-in-the-walls bars to modern places serving up fusion tapas and interesting flavors. Here, our ultimate travel guide to Seville reveals some of our absolute favorite spots.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n See Also: Where to eat in Seville<\/a> and The Absolute Best Restaurants in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Often hole-in-the-wall taverns serving up typical Andalusian fare and a never-ending supply of cold Cruzcampo beer and manzanilla sherry create part of the most authentic eating experiences for visitors to Seville. Here are a few of our favorites.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Casa Morales<\/strong> – The icon of the second-oldest bar in Seville are the antique clay wine vats lining the back walls, but that’s just the start of the reason we love Casa Morales! Grab yourself a glass of manzanilla sherry and squeeze in at the bar with the locals (or join us on our Tapas, Taverns & History Tour<\/a> and we will take you there!) Calle Garc\u00eda de Vinuesa, 11<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alvaro Peregil<\/a><\/strong> – The story, the gregarious owner, the delicious local vino de naranja<\/em> (orange wine) are the standouts of this little wine store turned bar that dates back to 1904. It’s also a surprisingly local joint nestled right in the touristic heart of Seville. Calle Mateos Gagos, 20<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Casa Ricardo<\/a><\/strong> – This self-proclaimed Semana Santa<\/em> (Holy Week) bar near the trendy Alameda de Hercules is quite an experience. A crowd of well-heeled locals, images of the Virgin and Jesus adorning the walls, and no menu as the plates change every day – but the Iberian Ham is always on hand and amazing! Calle Hern\u00e1n Cort\u00e9s, 2<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n See Also:<\/strong> 6 Historic Bars in Seville That You Can’t Miss<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the last 7 years or so, Seville’s tapas scene has undergone somewhat of an overhaul, with modern tapas bars popping up and really making their mark on Seville’s culinary scene. Once a new and interesting concept, these bars are now a dime a dozen, with many being good to average, but a few outstanding ones do remain. The outstanding ones are not to be missed by any food lover!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mechela Restaurante<\/a><\/strong> – A wonderful tapas bars near the Fine Arts museum that has a delicious selection of meat, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. This is definitely one of our favorite haunts in the city! Calle Bail\u00e9n, 34<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Eslava<\/a><\/strong> – A well-loved classic, Eslava is one of the long-timers of Seville’s gourmet tapas scene. It’s got a buzzing local feel with a good mix of traditional tapas done in a beautiful way as well as creative tapas. Calle Eslava, 3<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n La Brunilda<\/a><\/strong> – This is a popular little place, and for a reason – the inventive tapas they create here are absolutely delicious and great value too. Calle Galera, 5<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t Miss:<\/strong> It’s Time To Eat! Here’s Our Top 10 Gourmet Tapas in Seville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/assets.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/travelguidesevillePINT-1.jpg\")
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Alcazar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Cathedral<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Plaza Espa\u00f1a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Metropol Parasol AKA Las Setas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>See a flamenco show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Non-Touristy Things to do in Seville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Experience casual flamenco in a bar at Casa Anselma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Explore the Macarena neighborhood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Join the locals for “la merienda”<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sweet Spots in Seville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hole up for the evening in a local tavern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Foodie Things to do in Seville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Visit a market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Sip on a glass of sherry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Take a Seville food tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Join a cooking class<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Take a Tapas Tour in Seville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>What to eat in Seville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Jam\u00f3n<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Pescado frito<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Espinacas con garbanzos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Carrillada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Salmorejo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Solomillo al whiskey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Read More about Food in Seville:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/li>Where to eat in Seville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Traditional Tapas Bars in Seville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Modern Tapas Bars in Seville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n