Seville Itinerary: How To Spend 3 Days In Seville (With Or Without Kids)

Planning a Seville itinerary and wondering how to make the most of your time? Three days in Seville is the perfect amount of time, enough to see the iconic landmarks, wander through historic neighbourhoods, and still have time to slow down over tapas in the sunshine.

This 3 day Seville itinerary is designed to be realistic, well-paced and easy to follow. You’ll explore the magnificent Real Alcázar, stroll through Plaza de España and discover quieter corners beyond the main sights.

We visited Seville as a family, so although this itinerary is family-friendly, it isn’t completely kids-focused. So, whether you’re visiting as a couple, with friends, or travelling with kids, this itinerary balances culture, atmosphere and downtime, with everything grouped logically so you’re not zigzagging across the city. This is a fairly slow-paced itinerary, so I will also make some suggestions as to how you can go faster if that’s your style.

Below is exactly how to spend 3 perfect days in Seville, so read on!

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Is 3 Days in Seville Enough?

We found 3 days in Seville to be a perfect amount of time. We could see all the main sights without feeling rushed, but also have some downtime in our hotel (which I think is important when on a city break with kids)

I did consider spending two days in Seville, then taking a day trip on the third day. I think this would be possible if you like a fast-paced itinerary, but for us, I decided the three full days exploring Seville would work best.

So this 3 day Seville itinerary could easily be adapted to be a two or four-day itinerary. I will talk more about these options later in this post to help you decide on the perfect Seville itinerary for you.

Where to Stay in Seville for 3 Days

I always advise staying in a central location when on a city break. If you only have three days, you don’t want to be wasting time commuting in and out of the city.

I booked Magno Apartments Clavellinas for our stay, and we were very pleased with it. These apartments are located in the Old Town of Seville, close to some of the top tourist attractions and some great family-friendly restaurants. It had a small rooftop pool, and our apartment also had a private rooftop hot tub.

Magno has multiple apartment blocks in Seville. Magno Apartments Gallos is also in a great location and has a pool.

CHECK AVAILABILITY: FOR MAGNO APARTMENTS CLAVELLINAS
(We chose the One-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Spa Bath)

Your Perfect 3 Day Seville Itinerary

Below, I’m going to go into detail on the perfect 3 day Seville itinerary. I’ll also include some alternative options. Plus, our top tips on how to make this Seville itinerary work with kids.

Seville Itinerary Day 1: Plaza Views and River Walks

Plaza de España

Start your Seville itinerary at one of the most beautiful places you will ever visit. Plaza de España is simply stunning and free to explore.

The Plaza is surrounded by beautiful buildings, which are now mainly government buildings made from red brick. Some parts are covered in pretty, multicoloured ceramic tiles. There is a small canal that runs through the centre of the Plaza, and four ornate bridges cross it.

You can row boats on the canal. This is a fun activity, especially if you’re visiting with children or a romantic thing to do for couples. To row boats, you need to buy a ticket from the kiosk at the edge of the Plaza. Tickets cost €6 per boat for 35 minutes of sailing or €10 for an hour (cash only).

Parque de María Luisa

The Plaza de España is set in the grounds of the Parque de María Luisa, so it’s the perfect next stop on your Seville itinerary.

The park is a lovely, relaxed area of Seville to explore. There are pretty fountains, a waterfall and lots of plants and statues to see. There is also a small playground that kids will love.

The Museum of Popular Arts and Customs of Seville is also in this park. This is a beautiful building, and is worth walking past. We didn’t go inside, but if you would like to, it only costs €1.50 for adults, and kids go free.

Triana Neighbourhood

After the park, venture across the river to explore Triana, a local neighbourhood in Seville.

From the park, we used the City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour (from Stop 4 to Stop 5). While it is possible to walk this route, it will take about 40 minutes. The hop-on bus was a great option, especially with kids, as it saved their little legs from getting too tired.

In Triana, enjoy exploring Príncipes Park, a coffee stop at Atardecer Cafetería and lunch at Mercado de Triana, an authentic, indoor market.

If you do use the City Sightseeing Bus, you’ll be able to get back on the bus at stop 7, and sit and relax until stop 1, which is the next point on our itinerary.

Torre del Oro

Located on the bank of the river is Torre del Oro. This is a medieval watch tour with great views of Seville and the Guadalquivir River. There is also a small Naval Museum inside. This is a short activity, but a fun one to do.

You can climb the tower for free; however, they do ask you for a donation as you enter (suggested €3 per person) for the upkeep of the building.

After Torre del Oro, have a little stroll along the river, and maybe grab an ice cream!

Alternative Options for Day 1 in Seville

We sat Triana recommended on quite a few other blogs, but we were a little disappointed by it. Other than the park and the Market, it isn’t that picturesque. Definitely not as beautiful as the Old Town of Seville! If you’re short on time, this is an area I would skip.

Alternatives to Triana include the Seville Aquarium, located a short walk from the museum in Parque de María Luisa. This would be great for kids, or if you happen to be in Seville on a rare rainy day, it’s a perfect indoor activity!

Another option would be starting your day at the Royal Alcázar of Seville (which I have planned for another day, as you need at least a couple of hours here). For a faster-paced itinerary, you could do The Alcázar, followed by the Plaza de España, then the park and finally Torre del Oro and the riverfront.

Seville Itinerary Day 2: Historic Seville Highlights

Our second day in Seville takes you to some of the most iconic tourist attractions in Seville but also some quieter, more local areas.

Royal Alcázar of Seville

The Royal Alcázar of Seville is possibly Seville’s top tourist attraction. When we visited Seville, in February, we arrived at 10:30 am (the 10 am slot had already sold out) and luckily it wasn’t too crowded. Our kids could run about and enjoy the Alcázar’s gardens without getting in other people’s way. I have heard of it getting very crowded. I would highly recommend booking the earliest time slot you can.

Make sure to book in advance, the queue to buy tickets on the day was huge, while we walked straight in at our time slot. When we left, they had put up a sign saying sold out for today!

Tickets cost €15.50 for adults and under-13s visit for free.

BOOK NOW: Royal Alcázar of Seville Tickets

La Giralda & Seville Cathedral

Just a short walk from the Royal Alcázar, you’ll find the Seville Cathedral, this is one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world and a must-see on any Seville itinerary. Step inside to admire its vast vaulted ceilings, intricate chapels and the tomb of Christopher Columbus, then climb the adjoining La Giralda for panoramic views across the rooftops of Seville. The gentle ramped ascent (rather than steep stairs) makes the climb surprisingly manageable, and the views from the top are more than worth the effort, especially on a clear morning.

BOOK: Seville Cathedral Tickets or try a Guided Tour

We decided to skip this stop and in favour of some time relaxing in our hotel and making the most of the rooftop hot tub. I didn’t feel like two cultural experiences back to back would be great for young kids, and the Alcázar was more suited to our family.

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, also sometimes referred to as the Jewish Quarter, is a beautiful area of Seville, located within the Old Town. It is very picturesque and known for its pretty streets of whitewashed buildings, lined with orange trees. You’ll also find plenty of options for tapas bars here.

Spend the late afternoon wandering the streets and sampling the delicious food options.

Seville Itinerary Day 3: Modern Seville & Hidden Gems

Our third and final day in Seville! This is the largest wooden structure in the world and is a really unique activity to do in Seville.

Setas de Sevilla

Also, sometimes known as Metropol Parasol. Children and adults alike will enjoy visiting here. You can walk (or run, in my children’s case) along the elevated walkways, enjoying great views over Seville.

They also run an indoor film, showing the history of Seville and flamenco dancers.

Tickets cost €16, with children under 5 visiting for free.

BOOK: Setas de Sevilla Entry Ticket

Bar el Comercio

This is a must on any Seville itinerary. Bar el Comercio is a local, family run resteraunt claming to have the best churros in Seville.

They did not disappoint! Churros dipped in chocolate are a classic thing to eat in Seville, and I would highly recommend trying them.

The offer both table service and take-away options. Even early in the morning, they had a queue outside. We waited for a table, and the line moved quickly.

Churros and chocolate cost €5, with coffees being an extra couple of euros.

Casa de Pilatos

Casa de Pilatos is similar to the Royal Alcázar but usually a lot quieter as it is more of a hidden gem. It is a beautiful building built with a mix of Spanish and Italian Renaissance architecture.

It has pretty and peaceful courtyards, intricate tilework, and elegant rooms to look around.

Tickets cost €12 for adults, and children under 12 can visit for free.

PRE BOOK: Casa de Pilatos Tickets

Optional Day Trip for your Seville Itinerary

If you manage to squeeze the main sites in to two days, or if you’re looking for a 4 day Seville itinerary, consider taking a day trip.

I would have loved to do a day trip to Córdoba. This is another city in Spain, under 45 minutes away from Seville.

The train runs from Sevilla Santa Justa Station (the same place the airport bus drops you off), directly to Cordoba.

Prices start from 8 each way; use Rail Europe to check the times and book in advance for the best fare.

Map for Visiting Seville, Spain

Below is our complete map of visiting Seville. I’ve pinned everything I have mentioned in this post, from the best things to do to where to eat. I’ve even the airport (bus symbol) and sightseeing bus stops (binoculars symbol)!

Just click the top right corner to open it in Google Maps.

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Thank you so much for reading our perfect 3 day Seville itinerary. We hope you have a wonderful time in Spain.

Happy Exploring,