Things to do in Real Alcázar of Seville
In the heart of Seville lies the spectacular Real Alcázar, a UNESCO-listed palace famed for its unusual blend of Moorish and renaissance Christian design. Not only a prime example of Mudéjar architecture, it’s also one of the world’s oldest castles still in use, frequented by members of the Spanish Royal Family and visiting heads of state. It’s more recent claim to fame is for appearing in Game of Thrones.
The palace represents the evolution of the city itself, with a hybrid style that reflects its many masters. It began life as a fort in 913, was revamped into a residential fortress for the Abbadids and then further expanded under the Almohads. Finally, after the conquest of Seville by Fernando III in 1248 it attained its final incarnation as a royal palace (a status which it continues to maintain). It continued to undergo further extensions and changes to fit the needs of the monarchs. During the five hundred years of construction, various architectural styles succeeded one another. For this reason, the site is a striking combination of Islamic, Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance influences.
The complex is extensive so pace yourself and plan well. Highlights include the Palacio de Don Pedro, which is arguably the most famous and architecturally impressive, and the sumptuous Salón de Embajadores, which was originally Pedro I’s throne room. The sprawling gardens, complete with a hedge maze, are also well worth a wander. Among exotic plants, orange trees, palm trees, fountains and pavilions, you will find corners full of fascination, such as the Mercury pond, the Grotesque Gallery or the Garden of Dance.
The Real Alcázar of Seville opens at 9:30am from Monday to Sunday. From September 15 to March 31, it closes at 5:00pm and from April 1 to September 12, it closes at 7:00pm.
Our recommendations in Real Alcázar of Seville
Royal Alcázar of Seville self-guided audio tour
Discover the Royal Alcázar of Seville on your own by booking this excluisve self guided tour. Download the app and listen to the stories surrounding the famous palace!
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Seville Cathedral, Giralda and Alcázar skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
Visit some of the most important monuments of Seville accompanied by an official guide. Save time with your skip-the-line tickets to the cathedral, the Giralda bell tower, and the Alcázar.
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Alcázar of Seville skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
Enjoy a guided tour of the Alcázar of Seville, one of the most important landmarks in Spain. Admire its wonderful gardens and visit some of the film locations from the TV series Game of Thrones.
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Tour with VIP Early Access to the Seville Royal Alcázar
Enjoy a privileged tour in Seville Royal Alcázar thanks to the early VIP access that will allow you to enter the palace one hour before the official opening to the public.
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Royal Alcázar of Seville self-guided audio tour
Discover the Royal Alcázar of Seville on your own by booking this excluisve self guided tour. Download the app and listen to the stories surrounding the famous palace!
en, it, fr, es, de, +1 pt
Seville Cathedral, Giralda and Alcázar skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
Visit some of the most important monuments of Seville accompanied by an official guide. Save time with your skip-the-line tickets to the cathedral, the Giralda bell tower, and the Alcázar.
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Alcázar of Seville skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
Enjoy a guided tour of the Alcázar of Seville, one of the most important landmarks in Spain. Admire its wonderful gardens and visit some of the film locations from the TV series Game of Thrones.
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Tour with VIP Early Access to the Seville Royal Alcázar
Enjoy a privileged tour in Seville Royal Alcázar thanks to the early VIP access that will allow you to enter the palace one hour before the official opening to the public.
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Guided tour of the Cathedral and the Royal Alcázar of Seville
See the best of Seville on this 3-hour guided tour. Visit the Christian Cathedral, the Giralda tower and the Royal Alcázar with its beautiful Arabic rooms.
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Seville Royal Alcázar entry ticket with downloadable audio guide
Explore the Royal Alcázar of Seville, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a self-guided audio tour. Dive into history and architecture at your own pace.
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Seville Royal Alcázar small group guided tour
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Royal Alcázar of Seville with an official guide. Immerse yourself in centuries of history and architecture.
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Royal Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda small group tour
Dive into Seville's rich history with a guided tour of the Real Alcázar, Seville Cathedral, and Giralda tower.
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Day trip from Málaga to Seville with optional Alcázar or cathedral
Discover Seville on a day trip from Málaga. Choose between visiting Seville Cathedral, Royal Alcázar, or enjoy free time to explore the city independently.
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Real Alcázar de Sevilla: skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
Be amazed by the Royal Alcázar of Seville and visit its most important rooms with a guide on this tour with skip-the-line tickets included.
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Seville guided walking tour for small groups
Join now for a guided tour to discover the main monuments of Seville and the most charming corners of this city.
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Monumental Seville official guided tour
Visit the most important monuments in Seville, the cathedral and the Alcázar with an official guide. Enjoy the best Seville has to offer in just one tour.
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Real Alcázar of Seville
Seville
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Reviews Real Alcázar of Seville
“The tour was very good. The guide, Antonio, was well informed and related interesting facts about the palaces, decorations and significant people who lived there. Well worth the money.”
“Possibly the timing could be improved as the gardens experience felt rushed in comparison to the cathedral. But the tour guide was very knowledge which was great.”
“Cordiali ottimo”
