Seville in 2 Days: everything you need to know

Seville is a city full of places of interest and things to do. The capital of Andalusia boasts one of the most visited cities in Spain, due to its enormous popular legacy, its tradition and, as they say around here, its "duende". If you've always wanted to come and see it and you've got two days free in your diary, now's your chance!

I've designed a complete itinerary for you to see Seville in two days and not miss any of the essential things. You'll get to know in depth its great monuments such as the Giralda and Plaza España, you'll eat traditional tapas, stroll through the Triana neighbourhood, sail the Guadalquivir and see a live flamenco show. Are you going to miss it?

You've just arrived in Seville and you're sure you can't wait to get out and explore all its streets. Don't worry because, even if you have just enough time, I have designed a plan that will allow you to see everything.

On this first day I've got a whole itinerary for you to see the most important parts of the old town, such as the Alzacar, the Giralda and the Cathedral, located in one of the best neighbourhoods in Seville.

Then, after having some of the most traditional tapas for lunch, you'll visit the huge and popular Plaza España and end the day with a beautiful boat trip on the Guadalquivir, so let's get to work!

Get to know the Alcázar of Seville

The Alcázar of Se ville is one of the most iconic sights of the city and is located in the heart of the Santa Cruz district. The best way to get there from wherever you are staying is to go to the Puerta de Jerez stop, which can be reached by both metro and tram.

From here, the rest of the day can be done on foot without any problem. Once you arrive, it is interesting to visit the Alcázar both inside and out.

The Alcázar is one of the most visited places in the whole country and its origins date back to the 9th century. It is a walled enclosure made up of several gardens and palaces with a mixture of styles ranging from Mudejar to Gothic and Renaissance. It's a real must-see and you should spend at least two hours to appreciate it as it deserves.

The place opens its doors from 9:30am, so you can get up early and go first thing in the morning to make the most of the day. The entrance fee is around 12€ and I can assure you that it is well spent.

Visit and enter the Cathedral

At the exit of the Alcázar, just a few steps away, you will find another of Seville's great architectural wonders: its Cathedral. This impressive building, together with the Giralda and the Archivo de Indias, was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO years ago.

Today it is considered to be the largest Gothic church in the world, and what's more, inside it holds a great treasure that all tourists want to see. It is the tomb of Christopher Columbus himself.

The Cathedral is usually open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:45 am to 4:45 pm. I would say that entering the interior is a must as you will never have seen anything like it of this size and it will only cost you around 10€, and you will also have access to the Giralda, your next stop.

The Cathedral, the Alcazar and the Giralda are some of the best monuments in Seville that will make your morning complete.

La Giralda, the icon of Seville

In the time of Al Andalus, when the Cathedral was still a mosque, the Giralda was a minaret from which people called to prayer. Nowadays it is one of the towers of the Cathedral and, without doubt, one of the great symbols of Seville due to its mixture of styles and its perfect preservation.

Visiting the Alcázar, the Cathedral and the Giralda is the highlight of any good trip to Seville and, moreover, if you have bought the general entrance to the cathedral for approximately 10€, this pass will also give you access to the interior of the Giralda.

From the top, you can enjoy beautiful views of the whole city of Seville and you can see in detail the famous orange tree courtyard of the cathedral from above. You will feel like a real sultan.

Discover the legacy of the Archivo de Indias

After a morning spent soaking up all the history and culture of the Andalusian capital, you're probably already thinking about sitting down for a bite to eat, but before you do, I suggest you stop off at another of the key places in this area, which is literally right next to the Cathedral.

This is the Archive of the Indies, a place built in his time by Charles III, which contains all the documentation related to the overseas conquests of the Spanish Empire and, of course, the Conquest of America.

It is a place of enormous documentary importance that is well worth visiting. Admission is free and the tour will take you no more than half an hour.

Tapas in the Jewish Quarter

By now your guts must be roaring. But don't worry, because I have reserved for lunch one of the most typical lunches in the south, tapas. Throughout the old town there are plenty of bars and restaurants offering tastings of the most typical dishes and tapas.

You can go on your own and try the different places, although I recommend that you check out one of the tapas tours that are organised in the centre of Seville. For around 70€ you can take a tour of the most popular places and try the typical dishes with everything included - a real treat!

Walk around the immensity of Plaza España

After lunch in the Jewish quarter, a nice walk of no more than 10 minutes awaits you as you slowly make your way to another of the city's most popular hubs: Plaza España.

On the way, I recommend that you stop to see the Jardines de Murillo, whose roundabouts are one of the most important green spots in the centre of Seville.

When you arrive at Plaza España, you will find a total of 50,000 square metres in front of you. This huge square is in the shape of a semicircle surrounded by a canal where you can watch the boats go by. It was originally built at the beginning of the 20th century to house a large exhibition and today it is one of the most iconic and photographed places in the city.

It is ideal if you come at sunset as the colours are even more impressive. It also has a total of 28 benches spread around the square, symbolising all the provinces of Spain.

Visit and climb the Torre del Oro

After visiting Plaza España, I suggest you follow the route through the most typical Seville and walk up to the Torre del Oro, on the banks of the Guadalquivir.

This beautiful and tall tower had a defensive purpose centuries ago but nowadays it has become a very popular viewpoint and, in addition, inside it is the Naval Museum.

The entrance only costs 3€ and it is quite entertaining to see the great legacy that the city has in terms of naval past and strategic point of the main expeditions that left the Crown.

Enjoy a boat trip on the Guadalquivir River

If you have invested the day well, it will have already started to get dark and, for this special moment of the day, I have prepared a plan with which you will be able to say goodbye to this first day in Seville.

The Guadalquivir is one of the most important rivers in Spain, having even inspired songs and poems. I can't think of a better way to pay tribute to it than by taking some of the best boat trips that are organised.

Most of them usually start right in front of the Torre del Oro, so when you leave this Sevillian landmark, you'll be just a few steps away to take one of these pleasant rides.

When you arrive at the pier, you can enjoy a 1 hour and a half ride along the riverbed and see some of the city's landmarks such as the Triana Bridge and the Castle of San Jorge from the water for approximately 20€.

I'm sure that after yesterday you've got a good idea of what this beautiful city is like, but there's more!

This second day will be a bit quieter so that you won't end up exhausted, but you will still be able to visit some of Seville's must-see and very typical areas such as the famous Las Setas building, the popular Plaza de Toros and, of course, its charismatic Triana neighbourhood.

Finally, you'll say goodbye to the city with a flamenco show in style - the perfect finale!

Las Setas, the enormous wooden construction

Seville is full of tradition, but if you want to move on to more modern icons, you can't miss the famous Las Setas building, considered one of the largest wooden structures in the world.

To get there, you can take the bus to the Plaza de la Encarnación stop on bus lines 27 or 32. On arrival, you'll find an irregular wooden ceiling that will envelop you from the first moment you see it.

If the weather is nice, don't miss the chance to go upstairs, where there is a viewing platform made up of walkways.

There are also some valuable archaeological remains from Roman times on the ground floor and, if you come without breakfast, you can have something to eat at the Mercado de la Encarnación. All this for an entrance fee of around 5€- not bad, right?

Visit the Town Hall

Less than 10 minutes walk from Las Setas, you'll find another key building in Seville; its Town Hall. Before you get there, you can wander down the street to pass in front of a picturesque church in the centre, the baroque Iglesia Colegial del Divino Pastor. You don't have to go inside if you don't feel like it, but seeing it from the outside is worth it.

When you get to the Town Hall, you'll be able to appreciate its Renaissance-style exterior. The building is located in the Plaza Nueva. Surrounded by trees, it is ideal if you want to stop for a rest and a coffee in one of the most central areas of Seville.

Walk around the great Plaza de Toros

Continuing with the walk, and only 5 minutes away from Plaza Nueva, you will find the famous Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza. This is one of the largest bullrings in Spain, as it has a long tradition of bullfighting in Andalusia.

If you are a fan of bullfighting, you can buy a ticket for around €10 and see the inside of the bullring with the guidance of a guide.

However, if you are not a fan of bullfighting, you don't need to see the inside of the bullring. What I do recommend is that you enjoy the building and its dimensions from the outside, where you can appreciate its baroque style and bright colours typical of the south of the country.

Cross the Triana Bridge

A few steps from the Plaza de Toros, following the Paseo de Cristóbal Colón, you will reach one of the most famous bridges in Seville. The Triana Bridge, also known as the Isabel II Bridge, is the gateway to the iconic Triana neighbourhood. It is an arched bridge that spans the entire river and takes you into this charismatic neighbourhood.

There is a lot to do in the Triana neighbourhood. Above all, it is a place where it is worth walking around to get to know its streets and charm. The photo at the Triana Bridge is a must and, as you're probably getting hungry, I suggest you cross it to have a bite to eat in this well-known neighbourhood.

Traditional lunch in Triana

The Triana neighbourhood is famous for its narrow streets full of bars and colours, and that's why you won't have much trouble finding a good cheap place to eat typical Andalusian cuisine. But, just in case you want to make sure, there are several typical restaurants of traditional food that you can't miss in Triana.

This is the case of Casa Cuesta, a restaurant located just a few metres from the Triana Bridge that offers the most traditional food in a unique atmosphere. Salmorejo, aubergines with honey, Iberian prey or oxtail are some of its specialities, so enjoy!

View of the Church of Santa Ana

After lunch and having rested a little from the morning's walk, the rest of the afternoon is a little quieter. I suggest you continue walking south through the Triana neighbourhood and visit the Church of Santa Ana, a Mudejar Gothic-style building where you can visit the crypt for 4€.

This place is open from Monday to Friday and evening opening hours start at 17:00, so it can be a very entertaining plan to do after lunch while strolling around.

Stroll along Calle San Jacinto and do your final shopping

To finish getting to know this beautiful neighbourhood and also begin to say goodbye to the city of Seville, I encourage you to walk along one of the main shopping avenues of the city, Calle San Jacinto, just two streets away from the Church of Santa Ana. You can walk past the Parroquia de San Jacinto, which is the starting point of the avenue, and spend some time shopping for gifts and souvenirs of your trip.

San Jacinto street has top brand shops but also has local shops where you can take home some souvenirs of your trip to Seville.

Experience a flamenco show

You've had a busy day and, to put the finishing touch to your trip, I've got a great plan for you that you can't miss. Andalusia is the birthplace of flamenco and Seville, as the capital, is one of the places where you can find the most flamenco shows.

To end the day, I suggest you buy tickets for one of these shows. They usually start at 8pm and last for an hour. You can enjoy a unique moment full of magic while you have a drink for around 25€.

As you can imagine, Seville is a city that welcomes millions of tourists every year. The Andalusian capital is of great cultural interest and that's why there are tourists at almost all times of the year.

If you are looking for tradition and folklore, I recommend you to go to Seville in April, where you can enjoy its famous Feria and the most passionate Holy Week.

However, if you want to avoid the crowds, I recommend you to go to Seville in summer, but avoid the months of July and August, when it is the hottest and most crowded. It is best to go at the end of June or beginning of September, when temperatures are more bearable and you won't find everything so crowded.

So that you can have a better idea of all the things to do in two days in Seville, I leave here a comparative table with the itinerary I made for you.

Seville is a city that leaves no one indifferent. Whether for its art, its tradition, its history or its people, this place never disappoints its visitors and awaits them every year with open arms.