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Seville in 3 days
Seville in 3 days: palaces, plazas and flamenco
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Day one for the Alcázar and Santa Cruz, day two for the cathedral, the river and Triana, and day three for Plaza de España, the palaces and the Setas at sunset.
Day 1
The Alcázar & Santa Cruz
Morning
The Real Alcázar at 09:30 with a booked time slot.
Afternoon
Lunch in Santa Cruz, then get lost in its lanes and Callejón del Agua.
Evening
A flamenco show.
Tip: Book the Alcázar online in advance; under-14s go free with an adult.
Day 2
Cathedral, river & Triana
Morning
The cathedral and the Giralda climb, then the free Archive of the Indies (closed Mondays).
Afternoon
Torre del Oro and the Maestranza bullring, then cross the bridge to Triana.
Evening
Tapas in Triana and a riverside walk on Calle Betis.
Tip: Play the Seville City Quest on this day: it covers the same streets.
Day 3
Plaza de España, palaces & the Setas
Morning
Plaza de España and María Luisa Park, before the heat.
Afternoon
Casa de Pilatos or the Palacio de las Dueñas.
Evening
Sunset on top of the Setas.
Tip: Swap this day for Córdoba if you’ve been before.
Where to stay for this route
This plan works best from a central base. Here is each area in one line, with a link to live hotel prices there.
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Santa Cruz & El Arenal· our pick
Best for first-timers · $$$
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Centro
Best for short stays · $$$
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Triana
Best for repeat visitors and foodies · $$
Budget for this itinerary
The Alcázar (€15.50), the cathedral (€13 online) and the Setas (from €16) add up to about €45 per adult (2026). Plaza de España, María Luisa Park, Santa Cruz, Triana and the Archive of the Indies are free.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough for Seville?
3 days covers the big highlights at a comfortable pace if you group sights by area, as in this plan. Add a day if you want a day trip or more museum time.
What should I book in advance?
Anything with timed entry: Real Alcázar, Flamenco Dance Museum & shows, Cathedral & Giralda. Check the official sites for current prices and release dates.
Can I change the order of the days?
Yes. Each day is built around one area, so you can swap whole days around, for example to put an indoor museum day on a rainy day.