Seville & Andalusia travel blog
Stories, tips and honest inspiration for your Seville & Andalusia trip
3 days in Seville: our complete trip report
We spent 72 hours in Seville in late spring. Here's what we did, what we skipped, and what we'd do differently — with real prices.
Planning a week in Andalusia — how we structured ours
We planned a 7-day Andalusia trip based in Seville. Here's the actual structure we used, what we'd change, and the decisions that shaped the whole week.
The best rooftops for sunset in Seville — ranked honestly
We visited six rooftop spots in Seville for sunset. Some were worth it. Others were overpriced with bad sightlines. Here's the honest ranking.
A foodie weekend in Seville — what we actually ate
Two days eating through Seville: specific bars, specific dishes, what things cost, and which parts of the food scene are genuinely worth it.
Orange blossom season in Seville: when to go and what to expect
Seville's 40,000 orange trees bloom from February to April. The azahar scent alone is worth the trip. Here's when to go and which streets are best.
Semana Santa in Seville: what to actually expect
Holy Week in Seville is nothing like Easter anywhere else. We went for the first time and came back changed. Here's what nobody tells you in advance.
Jerez: sherry and horses in one day from Seville
We spent a day in Jerez de la Frontera: visited a bodega, watched the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, ate lunch. Here's what worked and what
The truth about Seville tourist traps — and how to avoid them
From the rosemary scam near the Cathedral to overpriced paella, Seville's tourist traps are predictable and avoidable. Here's the complete guide.
The best neighbourhood to stay in Seville — our honest take
We've stayed in Santa Cruz, Triana, El Arenal, and the Alameda. Here's what each neighbourhood is actually like and who should choose which.
Doñana safari — what we actually saw
We did the Doñana 4WD safari from Seville in November. Here's exactly what we saw, what the tour is like, and whether it's worth the full day.
Day trip to Ronda: a photo diary and honest account
Ronda is two hours from Seville and looks like a film set. We went for a day and came back with 300 photos and some strong opinions about the logistics.
Why Córdoba beats Granada for a day trip from Seville
45 minutes by AVE vs 2h30 by bus. We've done both day trips and have a clear winner. Here's why Córdoba usually wins for most travellers.
Cádiz — visiting Europe's oldest city
Cádiz is 3,000 years old, entirely surrounded by ocean, and one of the finest day trips from Seville. Here's what to do, eat, and understand.
Surviving Seville in July: an honest account
July in Seville means 42°C and empty streets at 2 pm. We went anyway and made it work. Here's how — with real temperatures and honest advice.
My afternoon at a Triana ceramics workshop
I signed up for a ceramic tile workshop in Triana on a whim. Here's what actually happened, what it cost, and whether it's worth your time.
Tangier from Seville — crossing to Africa in a day
We crossed to Tangier from Seville on a long day trip. Here's what the journey involves, what Tangier is actually like, and whether you should do it.
Feria de Abril as a first-timer: what I wish I'd known
Seville's April Fair is spectacular and confusing if you don't know how it works. I attended as a newcomer and learned the hard way. Here's the briefing.
Seville vs other Andalusian cities: where should you base yourself?
Seville, Málaga, Granada, or Cádiz as your Andalusia base? We compare transport links, costs, crowds, and character to help you choose.
Seville on a budget — our actual numbers
We spent five days in Seville on a strict budget. Here are the real numbers: accommodation, food, transport, entrance fees, and where we saved.
My first time seeing flamenco: what I didn't expect
I went in sceptical — I'd heard flamenco shows were tourist theatre. Casa de la Memoria changed my mind. Here's what actually happened.
Hidden tapas bars in Seville that locals actually love
We asked a ceramics teacher, a taxi driver, and a retired bullfighter where they eat tapas. None of the answers were on the tourist lists.
Caminito del Rey — the experience, honestly
We did the Caminito del Rey from Seville in September. Here's what the route is actually like, the logistics, and whether the hype holds.
Seville with kids — what actually worked for us
We took our two children (ages 7 and 11) to Seville for five days. Here's what worked, what didn't, and what we'd do differently.
Kayaking the Guadalquivir — what to expect in Seville
I paddled the Guadalquivir in July. Here's the honest version: water conditions, the tour logistics, what the city looks like from the river.
How we spent 48 hours in Seville on a budget
Two days in Seville without spending a fortune. Our exact schedule, what we paid, and how we ate well for €18 a day on tapas.
The best time we visited the Alcázar — and what we did wrong the first time
Three Alcázar visits, three completely different experiences. The difference between a miserable queue and an extraordinary morning is all about timing.
Gibraltar day trip from Seville — is it worth it?
We did Gibraltar as a day trip from Seville. Here's the honest take: the border, the Rock, the monkeys, and whether it's worth the distance.
Christmas markets in Seville — what to actually expect
Seville in December is genuinely lovely. Here's what the Christmas markets are actually like, where to find them, and what's worth your time.
Italica — Roman ruins and Game of Thrones locations
Italica, 9 km from Seville, is a Roman city with a 25,000-seat amphitheatre and the Game of Thrones Dragon Pit scenes. Here's what to expect.
Is Seville worth visiting? An honest assessment
We've visited Seville three times. Here's the honest case for going, the honest case against, and who benefits most from a trip here.