{"id":7213,"date":"2018-06-04T10:35:05","date_gmt":"2018-06-04T08:35:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devoursevillefoodtours.com\/?p=7213"},"modified":"2022-05-05T17:37:07","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T17:37:07","slug":"7-days-in-seville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/7-days-in-seville\/","title":{"rendered":"One Week in Andalusia’s Capital: How to Spend 7 Days in Seville"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

During one week in Seville, you’ll start to feel like less of a tourist and more of a local.<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Besides just visiting all of the Andalusian capital’s iconic sights, you’ll start to discover off-the-beaten-path hidden gems and local favorites tucked away in the backstreets. You’ll mingle with both born-and-bred sevillanos <\/em>at tapas bars and fellow tourists at the must-see attractions. Here’s how to make the most of 7 days in Seville and experience the best of both worlds.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Day 1: Settle in & food tour<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Welcome to Seville! Once you arrive, start off your 7 days in Seville at a leisurely pace. Take some time to explore your neighborhood<\/a>, simply wandering around and getting a feel for your whereabouts. Make a note of bus stops, bars and restaurants that look good, and more. Getting a feel for your barrio <\/em>will help you settle in and get a sense of the local ambiance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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In the evening, head to the center (if you’re not there already) and join us on our Tapas, Taverns & History Tour<\/a>! This experience will give you an insider’s look at some of Seville’s most storied tapas bars, including the oldest two in the city! Plus, you’ll get your first glimpse at some of Seville’s most iconic sights, such as the cathedral and the Alc\u00e1zar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Day 2: Alc\u00e1zar, Cathedral, Plaza de Espa\u00f1a<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Start the second of your 7 days in Seville by exploring two of the must-see monuments in the heart of the city. For a true royal experience, head to the Alc\u00e1zar<\/a> first (Patio de Banderas, s\/n<\/em>). This historic compound is the official residence of Spain’s royal family during their visits to Seville, but is open to the public when they’re not there! The breathtaking details in the architecture, colorful tiles, and lush green gardens will leave you breathless.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Insider’s Tip<\/strong>: The Alc\u00e1zar was featured on a recent season of Game of Thrones <\/em>(fans of the show may recognize it as Dorne). As a result, its popularity has exploded. Book your tickets online in advance to avoid huge lines once you arrive!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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After the Alc\u00e1zar, head just across the way to Seville’s stunning cathedral<\/a> (Avenida de la Constituci\u00f3n, s\/n).<\/em> As home to the tomb of Christopher Columbus, jaw-dropping views from the Giralda tower and so much more, you can’t spend 7 days in Seville without dedicating an hour or two to this majestic church.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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From there, head to Parque Mar\u00eda Luisa and take some time to stroll through the beautiful gardens. Enjoy the peace and tranquility after several hours in the heart of touristy Seville. Once you’ve relaxed a bit, end your day by catching the stunning sunset<\/a> at Plaza de Espa\u00f1a<\/a>. This gorgeous square is worth a visit any time of day, but takes on a special kind of magic as evening settles over Seville. From there, be sure to head to one of the nearby bars or restaurants<\/a> for dinner!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Day 3: Plaza Nueva, Salvador Church, Alfalfa, Flamenco Museum & flamenco show<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Start the third of your 7 days in Seville at sprawling, pristine Plaza Nueva. As home of Seville’s city hall and a towering statue of Fernando III, it’s a great place for a photo op! Don’t miss the nearby Adri\u00e1tica building, either\u2014with its unique round fa\u00e7ade, it’s one of the city’s emblematic buildings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hold onto your ticket from the cathedral, because it will also get you into the lesser-known yet equally lovely Church of El Salvador<\/a> (Plaza del Salvador, 3).<\/em> If you’re not religious, you may not want to spend your entire time visiting churches, but hear us out. The building alone makes this one worth a visit. Its architecture features remains of civilizations past that have called Seville home over the centuries. The Romans, Visigoths, Moors and more all constructed buildings on this site!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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After the church, take some time to explore the vibrant Alfalfa neighborhood. An integral part of the city since Phoenician times (2,000 years ago!), today the neighborhood boasts one of the best tapas scenes in Seville. Grab a bite here<\/a> for lunch before you continue exploring.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

From there, head to the Museo del Baile Flamenco<\/a> (Calle Manuel Rojas Marcos, 3<\/em>) to learn about Spain’s most iconic and passionate art form. Learn about the history of this beautiful art as well as some of the people who have left their mark on it. It’ll give you plenty of context to be able to go and enjoy a show at one of Seville’s best flamenco venues<\/a> later in the evening!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Not sure how to spot an authentic flamenco show? Let Devour Seville expert guide Sara show you how!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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