Things to Do in Seville
• Ascend La Giralda, the minaret-turned-bell-tower of the cathedral, count the 24 bells and admire the bronze statue that doubles as a weather vane.
• Explore the various chapels and tombs inside the cathedral, including the tomb of the notable Italian explorer Christopher Columbus.
• Enhance your experience with a multilingual audio guide available in five languages, or choose an English guided tour to delve deeper into the cathedral's fascinating history.
⭐ Discover the heart of Seville with our Free Tour ⭐
Embark on a journey through the streets of Seville and uncover the legacy of the civilizations that shaped it, from the Tartessians and Romans to the Muslims and Christians. As we walk, you’ll not only admire the city’s most iconic landmarks, but also hear the fascinating stories, secrets, and legends hidden behind every facade. This tour is more than just sightseeing: it’s a walk through centuries of history, culture, and transformation.
📍 What will we visit?
✔️ Plaza del Triunfo – Starting point surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage sites.
✔️ Seville Cathedral – Discover its past as a mosque and its impressive transformation.
✔️ Archive of the Indies – A treasure trove of historical documents on the colonization of the Americas.
✔️ Royal Alcázar of Seville – A dreamy palace mixing Moorish and Christian influences. (Game of Thrones)
✔️ Seville City Hall – A historic building full of curiosities.
✔️ Plaza del Cabildo – A hidden square with a charming atmosphere.
✔️ Las Atarazanas – Medieval shipyards with centuries of history. (Game of Thrones)
✔️ Canal Alfonso XIII (formerly the Guadalquivir River) – A witness to Seville’s commercial splendor.
✔️ Torre del Oro – A defensive tower offering spectacular views.
✔️ Royal Tobacco Factory – The iconic building that inspired the opera Carmen.
✔️ Plaza de España – The grand finale of our tour, a must-see location. (Star Wars, Lawrence of Arabia)
🎬 Seville on the Big Screen!
Discover the filming locations of famous productions such as Game of Thrones, Star Wars, and Lawrence of Arabia.
👨🏫 Passionate and expert guides will accompany you on this unique experience.
🎧 We provide earphones to ensure that everyone can hear the guide clearly at all times.
🌟 And that’s not all!
At the end of the tour, you will also receive a personalized list of recommendations to make the most of your stay in Seville:
✨ The best tapas bars & local restaurants
💃 Authentic flamenco shows
🌆 Rooftop terraces with beautiful views
🛍️ Local stores and experiences to discover
…plus a few surprises!
⏳ Duration: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
📍 Meeting Point: Plaza del Triunfo
✨ Book your spot and discover Seville with us! ✨
Witness the magic of Seville by visiting its 3 most important monuments and symbols of the city: the Royal Alcázar, the Cathedral and la Giralda.
• Wander through the Alcázar's courtyards, grand halls, and gardens—the very same places where the Kingdom of Dorne in Game of Thrones was set.
• Soak in the grandeur of the perfectly geometric gilded ceiling of the Hall of Ambassadors, or stroll through the lush Renaissance Gardens.
• Upgrade your ticket to tour the Alcázar with fascinating insights from a multilingual audio guide, or to skip the lines on an English guided tour.
Discover Seville with the top-rated team! History, fun, and local secrets with 3.500+ happy guests. Join the most complete free walking tour in town
Seville is one of the most remarkable cities in the history of the Iberian Peninsula.
Its strategic location attracted various civilizations, including the Phoenicians, Tartessians, Romans, Visigoths, Muslims, Christians, and even Vikings!!! who once conquered the city…
Have you ever seen the movie "Back to the Future"?
On our tour, we will embark on a 2-hour journey through time to uncover Seville's incredible history.
Our tour includes:
1. Plaza San Francisco/City Hall (Meeting point) (a historic gem brimming with fascinating stories and hidden details) ✅
2. Seville Cathedral (Explore its mosque origins and witness its breathtaking transformation) Door of Forgiveness. ✅
3. Giralda Tower (An iconic landmark and symbol of Seville) ✅
4. Jewish Quarter (Wander through the charming Jewish Quarter, where legends and history come alive. From Plaza de la Alianza to the romantic Plaza Doña Elvira and the haunting Calle Susona – every corner tells a timeless story) ✅
5. Patio de Banderas: A classic picture spot in Sevilla ✅
6. Plaza del Triunfo: Where three UNESCO World Heritage wonders meet in one stunning square: Royal Alcázar Palace, Archivo de Indias and Cathedral ✅
7. Puerta Jerez (Golden Tower). Originally built as a military watchtower to control access to the city via the Guadalquivir River ✅
8. Emblematic Alfonso XIII Hotel (Seville’s most iconic hotel – royal luxury built for a king in 1929) ✅
9. Old Royal Tobacco Factory: Step into opera history: the real-life setting that inspired the world famous Opera Carmen ✅
10. Plaza de España: The cherry on top of the tour — has served as the backdrop for iconic films like The Dictator, Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars ✅
Join us and let yourself fall in love with Seville!
Headphones included! ✅
We provide the whole group with individual headsets so you can listen to what we are explaining even as we walk
And also… hidden gems! ✅
• Admire the brilliance of the Mudejar architecture as you explore the royal palace and learn about its history over 11 centuries with an expert guide.
• Explore the lush gardens spanning seven hectares, home to more than 170 plant species—if you're lucky, you might even spot the resident peacocks!
• Stroll through the Hall of Ambassadors, the Renaissance Gardens, and all the other spots that formed the backdrop for the kingdom of Dorne in HBO's Game of Thrones.
• Choose from a guided tour in five languages—English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German, giving you all the flexibility you need or upgrade to a small group tour with maximum 15 people.
The Best Way to Start Your Journey ⭐
If it's your first day in Seville, this tour is not just another option: it's the starting point.
In just two hours, we provide you with the keys to understand the city, orient yourself, learn its history, and discover details that would otherwise go unnoticed. It's not a monologue or a boring class. It's a living experience: Seville told as only a local can do it.
🏛 The Tour
We start at Puerta Jerez, the perfect starting point to delve into the historic center of Seville. Our walk will first take us to the Torre del Oro and the nearby Torre de la Plata, guardians of the Guadalquivir River and the city's history.
We continue to the Casa de la Moneda and the General Archive of the Indies, authentic testimonies of the Seville of discoveries. We proceed to the majestic Seville Cathedral and its iconic Giralda, before approaching the Royal Alcázar, a palace that blends centuries of styles and secrets.
Along our route, we will also see the Seville City Hall, the elegant Hotel Alfonso XIII, the University of Seville, the historic Casino de la Exposición, and the Prado de San Sebastián, culminating in the impressive Plaza de España, an ideal spot for photos and to feel the grandeur of the city.
It's a panoramic and outdoor tour. First, you understand the city. Then you decide how to delve deeper.
💬 Why take this tour on the first day?
Because Seville can dazzle… and disorient.
- You need to know what to prioritize.
- What is truly worth it.
- How to organize your days without wasting time.
In two hours, you'll avoid typical mistakes, discover corners that don't appear on maps, and receive honest, updated, and real recommendations from someone who lives here.
Moreover, we are the only company with a physical presence in the heart of the historic center, at Hernando Colón 6, between the City Hall and the Cathedral. Daily customer service from 10:00 to 19:00. If you need help, we're here.
📌 Practical Information
- Check-in: opens 15 minutes before the start of the tour. We recommend arriving early to start on time. Includes a city map with our recommendations to make the most of your tour.
- Clothing and preparation: check the weather forecast and adapt your clothing. In summer: light clothing, water, and sunscreen. In winter: thermal and warm clothing. Always comfortable shoes for walking without problems.
- Weather conditions: if the weather prevents the tour, we will contact you to notify and reschedule if necessary.
- Cancellations: if you cannot attend, we appreciate you letting us know in advance to manage your spot.
⚠️ Attention: not all tours offered on the street guarantee an accredited official guide or the same quality of experience. We are the WHITE UMBRELLAS!
🎁 Exclusive Benefits:
By taking this tour with us, you can benefit from discounts on:
- Visits to the Royal Alcázar of Seville
- Visits to the Cathedral & Giralda of Seville
- Boat rides on the Guadalquivir
- Flamenco shows
- Excursions from Seville through Andalusia
Seville is intense, historic, monumental... but it can only be truly enjoyed when you understand it. Start here. Then, the city is yours ✨ Book your spot NOW!
🌆 Want to keep discovering?
After this panoramic view, you can immerse yourself in the most emblematic neighborhoods:
- Free Tour Triana Neighborhood: in the mornings, with its market and its most authentic essence: https://www.guruwalk.com/es/walks/58292-tour-por-el-barrio-de-triana-el-alma-mas-autentica-de-sevilla
- Free Tour Santa Cruz Neighborhood: in the afternoons, when calm is in the air: https://www.guruwalk.com/es/walks/58293-tour-por-el-barrio-de-santa-cruz-y-la-juderia-las-tres-culturas
And if you prefer to see Seville illuminated:
- Free Night Tour of Seville: https://www.guruwalk.com/es/walks/60113-sevilla-al-caer-la-noche-un-paseo-por-su-historia-y-sus-rincones
• The intimate setting with a capacity of just 100 seats brings you close to the raw energy and emotion of live flamenco performances.
• Enjoy a truly authentic flamenco experience with talented dancers, singers, and guitarists, all showcasing the best of contemporary flamenco.
• Immerse yourself in the spirit of flamenco with performances by renowned artists from the Cristina Heeren Foundation, celebrating both established and emerging talent.
• Hop on board and explore the 14 stops along the red route with a bus swinging by every 30 to 40 minutes.
• This pass also hooks you up with guided tours, tickets to iconic spots like Seville Aquarium & Flamenco Dance Museum, local discounts & more.
• Climb aboard the double-decker buses and tune in to the audio guide in 15 languages telling you all about the vibrant history of the city.
• Popular spots across your route include Plaza de España, Giralda Tower, Triana, and more.
🌸🏰 Live the history of Seville where it truly began! 🕍🌿
Discover the oldest and most magical heart of Seville.
Venture into the Santa Cruz neighborhood and the old Jewish Quarter, where the traces of three great cultures merge: Roman, Arab, and Jewish. This tour is an invitation to experience the history, myths, and most intimate stories of Seville, guided by a passionate local guide.
The Santa Cruz Neighborhood and the Jewish Quarter ✡️
A place where the stones whisper 2,000 years of stories, legends, and emotions.
👣 Walk through magical alleys such as:
✨ Calle Judería, with tributes to great authors like Luis Cernuda
💧 Calle Agua and Calle Vida, true hidden gems
💋 Rincón del Beso, perfect for an unforgettable photo with whoever you want!
🕰️ Discover…
🔹 Forbidden loves and hidden tragedies
🔹 Legends and myths that survive the passage of time
🔹 The heartbreaking truth of the spring of 1391... a massacre that marked the history of Seville's Jewish Quarter 💔🩸
📍 Bounded by the Murillo Gardens and the ancient 12th-century Arab wall, this tour will take you deep into the memory of Seville.
👥 Minimum group: 4 people at the meeting point.
🎟️ Book your spot now and let yourself be carried away by centuries of history and emotion!
💬 “There are places you walk with your feet… and others you feel with your soul.”
🌟 ATTENTION! THIS OFFER IS FOR YOU: DISCOVER SEVILLE AND SAVE! 🌟
With White Umbrella Tours Seville 💙
🎉 Book our Santa Cruz neighborhood and Jewish Quarter Tour and get exclusive discounts on other tours like:
🏰 Alcázar of Seville
⛪ Cathedral and Giralda
🎁 How to get the discount?
You just have to:
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✅ Present your reservation with White Umbrella Tours Seville
📍 To the same guide or at our office on Calle Hernando Colón 6.
✨ It's that easy... and keep exploring Seville with us! 🏞️
📆 Limited spots, book now and take advantage of this unique opportunity!
🔗 Don't let others tell you about it!
• Explore all three attractions and gain detailed insights into their architectural and cultural significance with an experienced guide in a choice of five languages.
• From the Hall of Ambassadors to the Courtyard of Maidens and the Alcázar Seville Gardens, explore the very setting showcased as the Kingdom of Dorne in Game of Thrones.
• Discover the history of the world's largest Gothic Cathedral, which also houses Christopher Columbus' tomb, its stunning altarpiece—the Retablo Mayor, and climb its iconic bell tower.
• Upgrade to a tour of the cathedral in a small group of 15 people maximum for deeper insights into the cathredral's historical & cultural significance.
Seville is one of the cities with the most history in all of Spain. A city with a rich cultural diversity in its past, it now invites us to discover the legacy of the Romans, Tartessians, Visigoths, and Arabs in all its streets and monuments.
On our Free Tour we will discover the true founding of the city by the hand of Hercules, you will be surprised when you pass by one of the most visited places such as the Cathedral , along with the Giralda and the Giraldillo.
We will travel through history to discover our entire city through the people who lived here, we will walk along the banks of the Guadalquivir River and see the Torre del Oro , while we will look for our new city, emerged from the Ibero-American Exposition that took place in 1929 in the Plaza de España and an endless number of places that will make you feel like a Sevillian.
Book our free tour and we'll take care of the rest.
Note:
-Children under 14 years old do not need a reservation.
-A minimum of 4 people is required at the meeting point for the tour to take place.
IMPORTANT: In accordance with our company's corporate policy, we would like to inform you that for the optimal development of our tours, we do not accept groups of more than 7 people on our regular free tours. However, we offer the option of booking a private tour instead. Therefore, we urge you to contact us through the following channels, either by phone or email, to coordinate a private tour tailored to your needs and ensure the highest quality of service:
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to assisting you personally to ensure a satisfactory experience.
• Enjoy an audio-guided tour of its gardens, halls, and patios - all brimming with art and history
• Discover mementos here that once belonged to Eugenia de Montijo, the wife of Napoleon III
• Admire the heirlooms and treasures of the House of Alba, and see the many artworks, furniture, and sculptures here
Triana: This vibrant, historic neighborhood is one of Seville’s true gems, steeped in tradition, culture, and authentic Andalusian charm.
Located along the scenic banks of the Guadalquivir River, opposite the heart of Seville, Triana is famous for being the cradle of flamenco and a hub for local artisans. Its narrow, colorful streets are filled with stories of music, art, and craftsmanship that have shaped its character over centuries.
Join us as we explore the most iconic spots in Triana: walk across the first bridge built over the Guadalquivir, visit the bustling market where locals gather for fresh produce, and step inside the remnants of the old Inquisition Castle. Discover the rich history behind Triana’s world-renowned ceramics and wander through its picturesque streets and lively squares, each filled with traditions, folklore, and a spirit unique to this neighborhood.
From its famous flamenco legends to the artisans that made it famous, Triana is a place where history and passion come alive…
