Where is the centre of the old town Seville?

Plaza Nueva is the central square with the Seville Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). In the square is a large statue of King Ferdinand III of Castile. The Archivo General de Indias dates from the end of the 16th century. It first served as a trading house, but in 1785, Charles III decided to establish the Indies archives here.



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Sometimes called simply the Casco Antiguo, or Old Town, the Historic Center of Seville contains many of the city's must-see attractions.

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Sevilla. In fact, the main commercial zone is contained in the triangle formed by the squares of La Campana, San Francisco and Plaza del Salvador. Although Calle Sierpes is the most famous street, neighbouring ones like Tetuán, O'Donnell, Rioja and Velázquez are also pedestrianised and overflowing with shops.

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This 2,200-year-old city has a rich history touched by many cultures, giving it a unique personality and a well-preserved historical center. It is a highly walkable city, despite being the largest of the Andalusia region and the fourth largest in all of Spain.

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  • 25 Foods You Must Try in Seville. It is impossible to imagine a trip to Seville without mentioning tapas (and we did mention them many times throughout the guide). ...
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  • Espinacas con Garbanzos.


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Built for the Ibero-America Exhibition of 1929, Plaza de España is a beautiful square that is not just one of the most famous and well-loved landmarks in Seville, but also in the entire country. Plaza de España is an impressive masterpiece that took 15 years to build, with some 1,000 workers each day.

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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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Ride-hailing apps such as Uber are also available in Seville. Taxis charge a flat rate for rides to and from the airport. Expect airport rides to cost between 22.81 (about $25) euros and 31.78 euros (around $35), depending on the time and day of the week. Buses are a reliable way to get around the city.

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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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Sevilla was important in history as a cultural centre, as a capital of Muslim Spain, and as a centre for Spanish exploration of the New World.

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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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The architecture and gardens of the Real Alcázar Sevilla are just as fascinating as the Alhambra. The Cathedral and adjoining La Giralda are preeminent. Once you have been to Sevilla, you will want to return. Granada is more scenic, has nice restaurants, the Alhambra and free tapas.

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Seville. Undoubtedly a contender for the most beautiful city in Spain, the Andalusian capital is the epicenter for Moorish heritage. There are so many cool things to pack into a Seville itinerary that include history, culture, architecture, and amazing food.

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