Seville

We start right away with culinary experiences: Local specialties include the Andalusian national dish gazpacho as well as jamón ibérico and, of course, seafood, but vegetarians will also get their money's worth with the local selection of refined as well as rustic tapas. Montaditos de Pringá are meat-filled rolls typical of Seville. Going out for tapas is probably one of the undertakings that you don't do just once in Seville!

Near Seville are the excavations of the Roman settlement Itálica: Remains of the amphitheater, the baths as well as the theater, statues and mosaics are preserved and offer insight into Roman life on the Iberian peninsula. A trip to Itálica can even be made by bicycle from Seville due to the proximity of both places! Important for series fans: The ruins served as a filming location for an episode of the fantasy hit Game of Thrones.

An entertainment for families with children or an activity for one of the - rare - rainy days in Seville is a trip to the Aquarium of Seville (Acuario de Sevilla). Over 7,000 sea creatures from 400 species can be seen here. The sharks live there in the deepest tank of the Iberian Peninsula

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Whether water sports, horseback riding or hiking: In and around Seville, active guests get their money's worth. With the kayak or stand-up paddle board, for example, can be driven on the River Guadalquivir. Sightseeing tours are offered for this by various companies. For those who like to go on horseback, there are various opportunities to go riding in the area around Seville. If you like hiking, you will also have your pleasure in and around Seville: especially spectacular is the Caminito del Rey along steep rock faces, ideal as a day trip from Seville.

One of the most popular things to do in Seville is to visit the Palace of the 14th century, the Alcázar, still used as a residence by the Spanish royal family. The complex, executed in the Mudéjar style, is one of the most important sights in Seville and is very popular with tourists, which is why it is worth booking a ticket in advance without queuing.

A boat trip along the Guadalquivir River, which only becomes navigable from Seville, shows the city from a different perspective. While relaxing on the water, you can sit back and let the scenery of the Triana Bridge, the Torre del Oro and the Real Maestranza take effect on you.

An activity for art lovers is a visit to one of the largest Gothic sacred buildings in the world: Seville Cathedral! The building was completed in 1519, but the current tower of the cathedral, the Giralda dates back to 1148 and was built as a minaret of the old Moorish mosque in the same place. The Bell Tower can be climbed to a height of 229.65 ft (70 meters) for a view over Seville.

Especially nice is a city tour by bike through Seville! From pure bike rental over short rounds through the old town to whole-day bike tours you will find a rich offer of various providers on site. Whether E-bikes or classic bikes: here you will find a comfortable, reliable two-wheeler for everyone.

Nothing is more representative of southern Spain than flamenco: the traditional dances and songs tell stories and express emotions. Different forms of flamenco can be enjoyed in the loacales, which are called tablaos, together with fine local food - unique, magical evenings! Fact: The typical Andalusian style of flamenco is even named after the city of Seville (Sevillana).

Andalusia has much more culture to offer: The cities of Granada with the Alhambra and Córdoba with the Cathedral Mosque, for example, offer impressive evidence of Moorish architecture. While for nature lovers the Doñana National Park is worth a day trip. Excursions from Seville are often inclusive of transfers, so you don't have to worry about getting there and back yourself.