Seville

x4 days, x4 nights – (this page is travel ready and printable below)

Fly in and out: Seville airport (SVQ)

Airport transfer: The cheapest way to travel into the city centre is to catch the EA bus, which takes approx. 40mins. It runs every half and hour and costs €4pp each way.

Local transport: The C4 local bus is an easy way to travel around the city – the route goes in a loop travelling past the various local attractions i.e. Parque Maria Luisa and Plaza de Espana. Tickets cost €1.40pp per trip and run from approx. 6am to 11.30pm. It’s a good option to take if the weather feels too hot for walking miles at peak time.

Hotel: NH Sevilla Plaza de Armas, Calle Marques de Paradas.

This hotel has a rooftop swimming pool and bar, as well as a sunbathing area and amazing breakfast. Its location isn’t as central as other hotels, but it’s close to the local bus station.

Things to note: Seville is the hottest city in Europe, so summers can get scorching, reaching high temperatures by mid-morning. The recommended time to visit is between March and May, when the temperatures are milder, and the orange blossom is in bloom. If you’re wanting to avoid tourists, it’s best to be mindful of Easter and Holy week.

Day 1: After arriving at the hotel by the airport bus, check in and then head out for lunch at the Mercado Lonja del Barranco – a food court with character. Try La Croqueteria if you fancy sampling some delicious Spanish croquetas and accompany your tapas with a refreshing Aperol Spritz to relax into the Spanish way of life. Then head into the city centre, either by foot or bus, to visit the Catedral de Sevilla (home to the tomb of Christopher Colombus). You can also climb the Church tower to admire some great views of the city. Enjoy a floral inspired ice cream from Amorino, just opposite the entrance before heading back to the hotel and getting ready for dinner at El Traga.

Day 2: Allow yourself the whole morning to explore Seville’s stunning Real Alcazar, the city’s historic Moorish palace that is 700 years old. If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, you’ll recognise the location. It’s worth pre-booking tickets online in advance and also buying admission for the Cuarto Real Alto (the upper royal quarters). For lunch, head to Freidura Puerta de la Carne to sit outside and enjoy fried seafood. For an enjoyable afternoon experience, book a wine tasting experience at Mimo Sevilla. The sommeliers are highly informative to share their knowledge of the local wines (sherry, whites and reds). Head for some authentic tapas at Castizo. Seville is known for its fusion dishes and restaurants are well-known for mixing traditional Basque with Asian and Latin American flavours .

Day 3: For a morning of relaxation and wellness head to the Aire Ancient Baths to experience a variety of treatments with amazing views across the city. I recommend booking the early morning thermal bath and relaxing massage treatment. Once refreshed, head to the Plaza de España, situated inside the Maria Luisa Park to admire “the Venice of Seville”. If you’re brave enough to soak up the heat they do offer small rowing boats, which you can rent to enjoy the canal and beautiful bridges. For an afternoon aperitive head to the Doña María Hotel for a rooftop vibe before heading to La Casa del Flamenco to enjoy a traditional Spanish dance performance. For dinner, I recommend booking El Rinconcillo (the acclaimed oldest bar in Seville) to enjoy traditional hearty Spanish dishes in a rustic-chic dining room.

Day 4: Enjoy an afternoon stroll around the old quarters to admire the Metropol Parasol. A contemporary landmark wooden structure known locally as “The Mushroom.” For a waterside lunch, check out Rio Grande to enjoy their terrace views before embarking on your route back along the Canal de Alfonso XII, heading past the iconic 19th century Puente de Isabel II bridge. To watch the sunset, head of the Pura Vida Terraza, a great rooftop bar to have sangria and enjoy views of the Catedral, before heading for dinner along the Calle Mateos Gago to enjoy a famous paella sharing dish.