Seville in one day: an hour-by-hour walking itinerary
Quick answer
In one day in Seville, visit the Royal Alcázar first thing (€15.50), the cathedral and Giralda (€13 online), stroll through Santa Cruz, eat tapas, see Plaza de España in the afternoon and dine in Triana. Buy the Alcázar and cathedral tickets online.
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One-day itinerary through Seville
With one day, the Alcázar and cathedral are the two paid visits. Times are approximate and include walking.
- 1
09:30 · Royal Alcázar · Plaza del Triunfo
Royal Alcázar
Enter at opening with the ticket bought online. Give it 2 hours: the Palace of Pedro I, the Charles V halls and the gardens. With AnyArt you can point at the tiles and stucco and hear their story.
- 2
11:45 · Santa Cruz quarter
Santa Cruz quarter
Stroll the courtyards and lanes of the old Jewish quarter. About 45 minutes.
- 3
12:45 · Cathedral and Giralda
Cathedral and Giralda
With an online ticket. See the nave, Columbus's tomb and climb the Giralda by its ramps. Allow 1.5 hours.
- 4
14:30 · Centre
Tapas lunch
Tapas around the cathedral or in El Arenal.
- 5
16:30 · Plaza de España and María Luisa
Plaza de España
The semicircular square and María Luisa Park. Free to enter.
- 6
18:30 · Encarnación
The Mushrooms or the river
Go up the Metropol Parasol for sunset, or stroll beside the Guadalquivir.
- 7
20:00 · Triana
Triana
Cross the Isabel II bridge and have tapas for dinner in the district.
Tips to make the most of the day
- Buy the Alcázar and cathedral online; queues can be long.
- In summer, do the Alcázar at opening and rest at midday.
- Carry water and a hat; the gardens have little shade.
- Cover shoulders and knees to enter the cathedral.
Frequently asked questions
Can you see Seville in one day?
Yes, the essentials: Alcázar, cathedral, Santa Cruz, Plaza de España and Triana. You need an early start.
Where should I start?
At the Royal Alcázar at opening, with a ticket bought online.
How much do tickets cost for the day?
About €28.50: €15.50 for the Alcázar and €13 for the cathedral online. Plaza de España is free.
How much walking is it?
About 8 km, mostly flat.