Excursion Seville! tour at Cadiz

Experience the splendid beauty and architecture of Seville during a full-day sightseeing excursion to this historic city.

Few cities in Spain can rival the charm of Seville. Carmen, Don Giovanni and the Barber of Seville are just a few among the many artistic works that were inspired by this traditional Andalusian town. Founded by Julius Caesar, Seville later became the capital of the Moorish Empire and the highlight of the Spanish Renaissance.

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 75-mile (120-kilometre) drive to Seville, with a comfort stop made en route. Upon arrival, begin with a sightseeing drive through the city then continue with a walking tour through the historic centre.

Seville

During your guided tour of the Mudejar-styled Reales Alcazares, explore its lavish courts, apartments and gardens. Christian kings erected this palace, modelled after the Alhambra in Granada, in the 14th century to replace the original palace built by Moorish rulers in 1181. Continue to Seville's famed landmark, a 270-foot (81-metre) weathervane tower known as 'La Giralda'. The tower is all that remains of a former mosque. From here, proceed to the Seville Cathedral.

Seville Cathedral

Construction on this magnificent Cathedral started in the early 1400s, and took more than a century to complete. The interior of the Cathedral features splendid works of art, and contains the tombs of the Spanish monarchs and Christopher Columbus. Leaving the Cathedral, proceed for a visit to Seville's Old Jewish Quarter.

Old Quarter

King Fernando III forced Jews to live in this former ghetto, known as 'Barrio de Santa Cruz'. Whitewashed houses line narrow, winding alleys and the walls of picturesque courtyards burst with brilliant flowers. Today, many of the buildings house souvenir shops, art galleries and cafés.

Next, you have approximately 1.5 hours leisure time for shopping and lunch on your own at one of the area's many restaurants before re-boarding your coach for a drive exiting Seville. After passing by Plaza America, a photo stop is made at the Plaza de España, a monumental square built for the 1929 World's Fair Plaza, before returning to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Seville, City Centre, Reales Alcazares Palace, La Giralda Mosque, Cathedral, Old Jewish Quarter, Plaza America, Plaza de España

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking (approximately 2.5 hours). It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Proper dress is required to enter the Cathedral; no shorts or bare shoulders are permitted inside. The Alcázar may close for special events, such as a visit by the royal family, in which case the Casa Pilatus will be substituted. The tour sequence may vary. Comfortable clothing, flat shoes and sun protection is recommended