What to avoid in Seville?

Seville's dangerous neighborhoods In the Andalusian capital, the areas that can be defined as dangerous are: El Vacie, Las 3000 Viviendas, Los Pajaritos, and Polígono Norte. We recommend you don't rent a room or an apartment in one of these areas. El Vacie is an out-and-out shanty town.



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Families traveling with children may prefer to stay around the areas of El Centro, El Arenal or Sur instead – still close to everything but more peaceful. Seville has far fewer pickpockets than Barcelona or Madrid, but as with any major city, petty crime is not unheard of.

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Seville is generally safe for solo female travellers. The city is well-lit and has a low crime rate, and the locals are friendly and welcoming.

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In the evening, restaurants will open around 8–8:30pm; again, you'll find that most locals won't arrive until around 9pm or even later. Like most Spaniards, Sevillians typically eat their main meal of the day at lunchtime, followed by generally lighter, tapas-style dishes for dinner.

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You can cross the whole city center on foot in about 45 minutes. Of course, not everyone wants to walk everywhere and we all get tired sometimes! Fortunately, Seville has various transit options that include a metro line, an extensive tram system, and buses.

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I loved living in Seville. It's a city that is rooted in tradition but has a modern edge. It's staggeringly beautiful and its people are friendly and fun.

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Your clothes are a dead giveaway. The stereotype is true: American tourists stick out like a sore thumb when they travel, making them prime targets for pickpockets. Instead of throwing on a T-shirt to rep your alma mater, try to dress like the locals.

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Although Seville is relatively small, you should plan to spend at least two to three days visiting its major landmarks, catching flamenco shows, and indulging in tapas to your heart's content.

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We recommend three days in Seville; however, you could easily stay longer. If you only have a weekend – and Seville is a great European weekender – two days would allow you to see most of the main attractions.

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Layers, layers and more layers: The difference in temperature from day to night can be quite drastic! We recommend bringing outfits that can easily be layered for maximum comfort. Think cardigans, scarves and long-sleeved tees. Comfortable boots: Keep your toes toasty all day long and still look stylish!

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The best time to visit Seville is from March to May. During these months the temperatures are mild, the rush of tourist traffic hasn't reached summer volume and the hotels tend to offer lower rates (except during special events).

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Past travelers have spent, on average, €37 ($39) on meals for one day and €18 ($19) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Seville for a couple is €115 ($122). So, a trip to Seville for two people for one week costs on average €1,744 ($1,844).

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Another important part of the Andalusian routine is the afternoon siesta – a two- to three-hour span of the day (between 2 and 5 p.m.) when most shops, bars, restaurants and other businesses close their doors to patrons.

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Most places in Seville do accept payment by card, but not under a certain threshold amount. Therefore, if you want to stop by the nearest churros stand or gorge at the local 5€ tapas bar, you may need cash on hand.

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Seville's dangerous neighborhoods In the Andalusian capital, the areas that can be defined as dangerous are: El Vacie, Las 3000 Viviendas, Los Pajaritos, and Polígono Norte. We recommend you don't rent a room or an apartment in one of these areas. El Vacie is an out-and-out shanty town.

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Tickets cost 1.40 euro per trip, bought onboard. A cheaper option is the Tarjeta Multiviaje (plastic card, 1.50 euro refundable deposit), which you can recharge, and can also be used on the tram (see below).

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A typical Spaniard eating schedule is as followed: – Desayuno (breakfast): anywhere from 7am to 9am, depending on how early you start your days. – Almuerzo (mid-morning snack): roughly 10am to 11am. Most Spanish schools have a patio time where the students are given this time to eat their almuerzo.

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