Seville: A Mini Guide

Seville is a city of rich history, flamenco, and incredible cuisine. This itinerary blends cultural exploration, fine dining, and indulgent experiences for an unforgettable getaway. We spent 3 days exploring this incredible city, here’s our guide for the perfect trip.

Where to Stay

We loved staying in the historic old city - it made walking to attractions like the cathedral, alcazar, torre oro, and plaza de espana very easy. It was also perfect for wandering the winding cobblestone streets to find hole in the wall bars and restaurants.

Luxury Pick: Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel

A landmark of Moorish elegance, this five-star hotel offers opulent suites, a stunning courtyard, and a prime location in the city center. Expect to pay around $500+ per night

Mid Pick: Joya Del Casco Boutique Hotel or EME Catedral Mercer Hotel.

You won't get the stunning luxury of the hotel Alfonso but these are both great choices for mixing a nice hotel with a great location. Expect to pay around $200 per night

Budget Pick: Murillo Hotel.

A no frills hotel but clean and safe. We stayed here on one of our journeys and found the location perfect for a girls trip spent exploring the neighborhoods winding streets and local shops and bars! Expect to pay around $100 per night.

What to Do

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration Seville

Spend the afternoon getting a taste of what Seville has to offer! A Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride around town is a great way to get your bearings and hear from a local about the town. Spend the afternoon strolling the winding streets of Barrio Santa Cruz - you will find hidden plaza’s filled with orange tree’s shops and cafes!

You should also walk over to the plaza de Espana which is an incredible building built in 1929 for the world fair. The building showcases amazing tile work and features many prominent cities in Spain.

Spend the evening at a Flamenco Show at El Palacio Andaluz —VIP your experience with front-row seating and a bottle of Cava!

Day 2: Historic Seville

Get ready for a big day of history! The Cathedral & Alcázar Exploration tours are full of rich spanish and muslim history - the tours can be long but are well worth it. The Cathedral is the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world and home to the tomb of Christopher Colombus and the Alcazar is the oldest spanish palace still in use by the royal family.

After a long tour you will be ready for a fun and relaxing Lunch! Check out our list below of restaurants to choose from or stumble into one of the many cafes lining the streets just outside the cathedral.

If you are up for more walking head to the Torre Del Oro a couple blocks away. You can climb to the top of the Torre Del Oro for great city views and a history of the naval presence on the river.

Enjoy an afternoon siesta before heading back out for a night of Cafe hopping and tapas tasting! Check out our list of restaurant recs below for some great spots to try tonight!

Day 3 : Triana & Farewell Dinner

Spend the Morning on the other side of the river in Triana! Explore the Triana Market, a historic food market offering gourmet cheeses, Iberian ham, and local delicacies. Next visit a private ceramics workshop in Triana, the birthplace of Seville’s famous tiles.

Check out Restaurante Abades Triana for a riverside restaurant with stunning views of the Torre del Oro. Enjoy contemporary Andalusian cuisine with a tasting menu and wine pairing.
Farewell Dinner at Abantal, Seville’s only Michelin-starred restaurant, offering an avant-garde take on Andalusian cuisine with a seasonal tasting menu.

📍 Taps Bars & Casual Eateries

Bodeguita Romero (Santa Cruz)

- Famous for its “montadito de pringá” (a small sandwich filled with slow-cooked pork and chorizo).

- A cozy, family-run spot that serves classic tapas done right.

Casa Morales (Near the Cathedral)

- Established in 1850, this rustic bar has huge clay wine vats inside.

- Try the chicharrones (crispy pork belly) and their tuna with salmorejo.

Las Teresas (Santa Cruz)

- A traditional jamón ibérico and sherry bar, packed with locals.

- Go for manzanilla sherry and a plate of jamón de bellota.

Taberna Álvaro Peregil (Santa Cruz)

- A tiny, standing-room-only bar famous for orange wine ("vino de naranja").

- Pair it with garlic-marinated olives and chorizo al infierno (spicy chorizo flamed at your table).

La Brunilda (Arenal)

- A modern take on tapas with a casual, no-reservations atmosphere.

- Must-try dishes: oxtail risotto and grilled octopus with sweet potato purée.

Bodega Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)

- A no-frills, standing-room-only bar with cheap, delicious tapas.

- Go for “solomillo al whisky” (pork loin in whiskey sauce).

Casa Ricardo (San Lorenzo)

- Known for “the best croquetas in Seville” (jamón, spinach, and bacalao flavors).

- Traditional bullfighting decor and a lively local crowd.

📍 Sweet Treats & Breakfast Spots

El Comercio (El Centro)

- Best “churros con chocolate” in Seville, in a historic bar that’s been around since 1904.

La Campana (El Centro)

- Classic pastry shop where locals buy “yemas de San Leandro” (egg yolk sweets) and “tarta de almendra (almond cake)”. A personal favorite is the “Coca de Nata” a puff pastry with cream and powdered sugar!

Confitería Los Angeles (Arenal)

- A tiny bakery hidden in a side street, famous for “torrijas” (Spanish-style French toast).