Meeting Point

Plaza de la Encarnación - La Encarnación square

Antiquarium archaeological site

Underneath the square there is an archaeological site with buildings dating from the 1st century BC to the 11th century AD. Here we will learn about the origins of the city and its historical evolution over the centuries.

Church of La Anunciación

This church was part of the largest convent of the Jesuit order in Seville. It is a great example of Renaissance architecture in the city and played a very important role in the evangelisation of America and Asia. Here we will also learn about some of the city's most important religious traditions, such as Holy Week.

Palace of the Countess of Lebrija

This original 16th century palace was renovated at the end of the 19th century by Doña Regla Manjón, Countess of Lebrija, a great intellectual and archaeologist, who was the first woman member of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Her palace preserves impressive mosaics brought from the Roman city of Italica.

Cuna Street

In this street we will find many traditional shops, among which we will be able to discover flamenco fashion. Here we will learn about some of Seville's popular traditions such as the Feria de Abril and we will also talk about the culture of Flamenco.

Church of El Salvador

In the Plaza de El Salvador we find the church of the same name. This is the second largest church in the city, built on the site of the first mosque in Seville, it preserves remains of this, such as the tower, which is the oldest building in use in the city. This area of the city was the main Roman forum and has been the meeting place for the Sevillians for the last two thousand years.

Mármoles street.

Hidden among the narrow streets of the oldest part of Seville are huge Roman columns that marked a special place, probably the origin of the city, the original Phoenician colony, founded almost three thousand years ago.

Palace of Casa de los Pinello

This palace represents the perfect blend of Italian Renaissance influence and the Hispano-Muslim tradition of Mudejar art, at a time when Seville was the gateway to America, the new Rome of the Spanish Golden Age. It is currently the seat of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of Seville, founded by the famous painter Bartolomé Esteban Murillo.

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Cathedral (exterior)

The Seville Cathedral is the third largest temple of Christianity and the largest cathedral in the world, as well as being the largest Gothic building. It was originally a Muslim mosque, of which the tower and parts of the courtyard remain. In a process that lasted more than 700 years, different parts have been added in different styles, making this building a compendium of the history of art.

El Triunfo square

In this square we will be surrounded by three monuments declared world heritage by UNESCO: the Cathedral of Seville, the Royal Alcazar and the Archive of the Indies. This last building was originally a kind of stock exchange that handled all trade with America. Today it is one of the main archives in the world, where all the documents of the Spanish presence in America, Asia and other continents are kept.

Barrio de Santa Cruz

This neighborhood was part of the old Jewish quarter. In its narrow streets and beautiful squares we will discover part of the city's history and also learn about some sad episodes of it.

Doña Elvira Sqare.

This square is considered one of the most beautiful in Seville. Here we will also discover the close relationship between Seville, literature, theatre and opera.

Hospital of the Venerables Sacerdotes.

This former hospital for priests was built in the 17th century and still preserves its original structure. Today it is a cultural centre with an interesting frescoed church and a small collection of paintings by Seville's most famous painter, Diego Velázquez.

Murillo's house

This house was the residence of the famous painter Bartolomé Esteban Murillo until his death. It is a fine example of traditional Seville domestic architecture and holds some interesting secrets.

Santa Cruz square

One of the three synagogues of Seville was located in this square. It was later transformed into a church and demolished during the Napoleonic invasion at the beginning of the 19th century. Today it is one of the most famous corners of the Santa Cruz neighborhood.

Agua street

On this street we will find remains of the medieval wall and pipelines that linked the Roman aqueduct with the Real Alcázar. We will also visit some places related to famous operas.

Judería street

One of the most beautiful streets in Seville, which was the access from the Jewish quarter to the Real Alcázar palace.

Patio de Banderas square and end of the tour

In this square we will discover the origin of the Real Alcázar, the oldest royal palace in use in Europe. We will also discover some hidden elements such as the ancient Roman port and we will end up in a very special place.

Ending Point

Patio de Banderas square