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Religious architecture in Seville. Half day tour.
Joined 2024
Over the centuries, different religions have left their mark on Seville, modifying its urban layout and creating different types of buildings, in multiple styles. From the Phoenician and Roman past through the Muslim and Jewish heritage, to the Christian "New Rome" in the 16th and 17th centuries we will discover how religion forged the city and its culture.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Arch (gate) of La Macarena
- We will meet in fron ot the Arch of La Macarena. one of the few remaining gates of the old medieval walls of Seville, one of the longest in Europe.
Basilica of La Macarena
Next to the gate is the Basilica de la Macarena, one of the main temples in the Holy Week where we will discover this important relogious festivity in Seville and in Andalusia.
Church of Santa Marina
One of the oldest parrish churches in Seville, established in 1249, after the Castilian conquest, is a good example of the Mudejar style, which unites Muslim and Christian traditions.
Novitiate and church of San Luis de los Franceses
We will visit this spectacular building that is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Seville. Built on the site of an ancient medieval palace between the 17th and 18th centuries, it houses incredible spaces and works of art.
Coffee-Break
Church of San Marcos and Convent of Santa Isabel
At the church of San Marcos we will admiree its façade and tower that combine Gothic and Mudejar art. Later we will see the convent of Santa Isablel and its beautiful Renaissance façade.
Monastery of Santa Paula
We will visit the monastery of Santa Paula, one of the most important monasteries in Seville and still in use. We will also visit the museum and the church, as well as being able to buy the famous jams (marmalades) made by the nuns of this monastery.
Church of Santa Catalina
In this small church different styles and influences are condensed: Mudejar, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque, being a summary of a great part of the history of Seville.
Ending Point
Ponce de Leon Square
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Inclusions & Exclusions
*The tour includes the guide fee, the tickets for all the monuments.
*Other expenses like food, drinks or presents.
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
*There are a dress code in some religious spaces, so dress propperly.
*Access to some spaces may be subject to schedule changes or special circumstances.
Important message from the supplier
It is preferable to book several weeks in advance in order to adjust availability, mainly for tours for which it is necessary to buy tickets to monuments.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Rafael R.
Hello! My name is Rafael, an architect, and I have a PhD in architecture focused in architectural theory and contemporary vernacular architecture. I have a Master’s degree in Architecture and historic heritage, and a Master's degree in Education. I have been working for 18 years carrying out very diverse projects in architectural design and urban planning. In 2017. I changed my activity towards cultural management, heritage dissemination, curating and designing exhibitions and cultural events.
Beside this I am very involved in the cultural life of the city. I have been the director of several cultural festivals, and have been collaborating in organizing several exhibitions, conferences and other cultural events in Seville the last years. I love drawing, architecture, art, history and gastronomy.
I would like to share with you my passion about Seville and Andalusia with a different point of view, through the eyes of architecture.
$360/ per group
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