Seville Travel Facts

The Basics

City Name: Seville

Where is it located?: Seville is in the south-western part of Spain, about an hour’s drive from the ocean.

Why do people go there?: Home to Don Juan, Carmen, bullfighting, tapas and flamenco, Seville is the soul of Andalusian culture. Mild winters, sunny days and laid-back nature make Seville a popular destination for travelers of all types who wish for a little R&R.

How do travelers get there?: You can grab a flight, but most stop in Seville via train.

Currency: Euro

City Code: 95

Population: 700,000

Languages: Spanish

Travel Information

Neighborhoods: Juderia, Triana, Island of Cartuja

Attractions: Antigua Fabrica de Tabacos, Alcazar, Basílica de la Macarena

Accommodations: Seville Hostels, Seville Hotels

Tourist Office: http://www.spain.info

Off-the-beaten-path: Italica ruins, Magdalena Church, Moorish Palace of Reales, • Plaza de America

Health Issues: None

Tips for Visiting

When to go: Winter is mild along the coast and travelers can escape to the cooler temperatures in the north during the hot summer months. Like the rest of Europe, tourism peaks in July and August.

Common Phrases: Yes = Si, No = No, Please = Por favor, Thank you = Gracias, Do you speak English? = Se habla Espanol?

City Specific Events: Semana Santa, La Feria de Abril

How to get around?: I love my city bus.

Good to know: Seville is over 2,000 years old.

Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Seville is the San Pablo Airport.

Need more information?: Check out the Seville travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.



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