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Seville

Flamenco courtyards, Alcazar mosaics and orange-scented squares.

Overview

Seville pulses with flamenco, tiled courtyards and the golden Alcazar. The Gothic cathedral houses Columbus's tomb; Plaza de Espana's tiled alcoves frame a calm canal; the Triana district is the soul of flamenco, ceramics and tapas.

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Best time to visit

March to May for Feria and spring warmth; September to October for flamenco festivals.

How to get there

Seville Airport (SVQ) is 10 km northeast with a bus connection. Madrid is 2h30 by AVE; Lisbon is 3h30.

Getting around

The metro covers the centre well; bikes and electric scooters are popular along the Guadalquivir; the city is very walkable.

Travel budget

Three-star hotels EUR 90-170/night; a tapas crawl EUR 15-25; a flamenco show ticket EUR 15-35.

Safety

Very safe; standard precautions against pickpockets.

Visa information

Schengen visa; EU/EEA free entry.

Internet & eSIM

Excellent 4G/5G; EU eSIMs reliable across Andalusia.

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