Things To Do In Seville With Kids: The Ultimate Family Guide

Seville is one of Spain’s most enchanting cities, and there’s no shortage of amazing things to do in Seville with kids that the whole family can enjoy. From grand palaces and beautiful plazas to leafy parks and colourful streets, this sun-soaked city offers a perfect mix of culture, history, and fun for children and grown-ups alike.

In this detailed Seville travel guide, we’ll take you through the best family-friendly attractions, activities, and tips so you can make the most of your time in Seville. Plus, tips on how to make your holiday stress-free and full of unforgettable memories.

We will also share information on how to get around Seville with kids and the best places to stay. Plus, at the end of the post, I will share our Google Map, so read on for more.

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Why Visit Seville With Kids

Seville is a small but beautiful city that is especially magical for families. There’s a unique mix of history and culture that everyone can enjoy. From the breathtaking Plaza de España to the intricate beauty of the Real Alcázar, children can marvel at the city’s architecture while parents soak up the culture.

Seville is also known for having lovely sunshine, which makes exploring with kids both fun and easy, especially for us coming from rainy days in London. (We have a lot of London travel guides, linked here if you need them!)

The city is also incredibly walkable, which is perfect for little legs, and pretty stroller (pushchair) friendly. I will talk more about this later. There are plenty of shaded plazas and parks where kids can run and play. They will also enjoy the flamenco dancers, colourful tiled streets and great food options! More details on all of these below.

Best Time For Your Family Holiday to Seville

Seville is a sunny, warm city for most of the year. As I mentioned, we were looking for a bit of sunshine after a dreary winter in London, so we chose to visit Seville in February. It was a lovely temperature for a city break, cooler in the morning and warmer in the afternoons.

If you’re working around the school holidays, the February or October half-terms would be the perfect time for a Seville family holiday. Both periods avoid the scorching summer heat, making it easier for families with little ones to explore the city fully.

Personally, I would avoid the Summer months if you can. We made the mistake of visiting Rome in July and, although it was still beautiful and we had a great time, the heat just hits differently when you’re carrying a toddler and heaving a stroller full of stuff!

Family Hotels in Seville

I was so pleased with our Seville hotel. When doing a city break with kids, I have learnt that it is important to plan a bit of downtime for them as cities can be a lot of walking, especially for young children.

We chose Magno Apartments Clavellinas for our stay. This is located in the Old Town of Seville, close to some of the top tourist attractions and some great family-friendly restaurants. This is a block of luxury, boutique hotel-style apartments with an affordable price tag. The most amazing thing about this apartment was the rooftop hot tub. The whole family absolutely loved it! It is also one of the Seville hotels with a rooftop pool! The pool is small and not heated, but it was nice to have it as an option.

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

Magno has a range of apartment buildings in Seville. If Clavellinas is unavailable, you can also check Magno Apartments Gallos, which is also in a great location and has family-sized apartments.

Getting From the Airport to Seville Centre

It was so easy to get to and from Seville Airport. As you exit the airport, head right and you will see the bus stop.

The bus takes approximately 30-40 minutes to get to the centre. I have pinned the approximate bus stop locations (with a transport symbol) on my Google Map below for reference.

Tickets cost €6, you can buy them on the bus with contactless payment, or if you like to be organised, get them online in advance here. My kids (aged 6&3 years old) didn’t need a ticket.

Top Attractions and Things to Do in Seville, Spain with Kids

We had 3 full days in Seville and found this to be a perfect amount of time to see everything we wanted to in Seville at a relaxed pace.

A philosophy of mine when travelling with kids is not to try to do everything, but pick what is right for your family. So below, I will give you all the options and explain why we did or didnt do them!

Climb Setas de Sevilla

Setas de Sevilla is a really unique structure, actually the largest wooden structure in the world! It is a great attraction for families visiting Seville, as children will love to run along the elevated paths, and the views over Seville are amazing.

You enter on the underground level and take the lift (elevator) to the top. There, you will find pushchair parking if you need it. The walkway is a loop with some stairs that you can explore at your own pace. There are signs along the way with a free audio guide you can listen to on your phone.

There is also an indoor film show, close to the end of the route, which is really cool to watch. It shows the Setas, flamenco dancers and some of the history of Seville.

We visited here early to avoid crowds and let the children run about more freely; however, if you visit in the evening, the structure is lit up with different coloured lights!

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

🎟️ Reserve your Setas de Sevilla Entry Tickets Here.

Setas de Sevilla kindly gifted me our tickets as a PR Collaboration.

The mid-level (under the walkways) is free to visit, there is a playground there that, of course, we had to stop at, and my children really enjoyed it!

Wander Plaza de España

This is possibly the most beautiful place in Seville, and it is completely free to explore! Children will love to run about and explore here. There are no cars in the Plaza, so it is safe for them to enjoy!

The semi-circle shaped Plaza is outlined with beautiful buildings, a gorgeous canal runs through the centre, and four bridges cross over it. The detailed architecture combines exposed brick and over 7000 colourful ceramic tiles; it is something you really need to see in person!

Boating at Plaza de España

You can rent cute little boats on the Plaza de España canal. This is one of the best things to do in Seville with kids. Rowing through the canal was a fun activity for the whole family and allowed you to see the Plaza de España from a unique perspective.

You can’t book this activity in advance. You need to buy a ticket from the kiosk at the edge of the plaza and wait in the line by the boats. When we visited, there were only a few people in front of us, and the line moved quickly.

Tickets cost €6 per boat for 35 minutes of sailing or €10 for an hour. We did 35 minutes, and it was long enough with a child and a toddler!

Rowing Boats at Plaza de España

Explore Parque de María Luisa

The Plaza de España is set in the Parque de María Luisa. This is a beautiful park and the perfect place to explore in Seville with kids. There is so much space for them to run about, plus a little playground that children will enjoy. You can also enjoy the many plants, fountains and ponds.

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

Marval at the Royal Alcázar of Seville

The Royal Alcázar is one of Seville’s top tourist attractions. It is an impressive Islamic palace, set in beautiful gardens.

I have read that it gets extremely crowded here; however, this wasn’t our experience. I booked a 10:30 am entry (the 10 am had already sold out) and as February is slightly off-season, there were other people there, but it wasn’t too busy at all!

With kids, you’ll probably enjoy the gardens most. My children loved running about and exploring, looking at all the plants and fountains! There didn’t appear to be any pushchair parking, and there are some steps, so do take a compact stroller option. We love our Joolz Aer.

We somehow missed the main room you’ll see in other people’s Instagram shots, which I was really sad about. There wasn’t a clear route; you just explored at your own pace. Download the map linked here to make sure you dont make the same mistake as us! Plan to spend at least a couple of hours here.

Do 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 Tickets for the Royal Alcazar in Advance Here (they always sell out!)

We booked the standard tickets, linked above. Usually I don’t like to do a guided tour; I find them harder work with a toddler/ young children. However, as I mentioned, this is a big place, and if you’re visiting with older children, a guided tour might be worth considering!

Casa de Pilatos & Palacio de las Dueñas

We chose to visit the Royal Alcázar as it is the main tourist attraction in Seville, and I knew it had big gardens, which my kids would like to explore. However, there are a couple of similar options. We decided we didn’t need to do them all, but I will share them below so you can decide for yourself.

Casa de Pilatos is a stunning blend of Spanish and Italian Renaissance architecture, with peaceful courtyards, intricate tilework, and elegant rooms. Tickets cost €12 for adults, and children under 12 can visit for free.

Palacio de Las Dueñas was once home to Spanish nobility and is equally charming, with colourful patios, lush gardens, and a more intimate atmosphere. Tickets cost €16 and children under 6 visit for free.

Both of these will offer a beautiful glimpse into Seville’s aristocratic past and can be a quieter, more relaxed option when visiting Seville with kids, especially if you are visiting at peak season.

Watch Flamenco Dancers

Flamenco dancers are a really fun thing to see in Seville with kids. You are likely to see them performing in the Plaza de España or in the surrounding streets. You can watch these performances for free, but it is customary to leave a tip in their collection pot.

If you would like to see more, consider a Live Flamenco Show. Personally, I think these would be more suited to families with older children.

Splash at Isle Magica Water Park

Seville has its very own water park, Isle Magica! It was closed when we visited, so we couldn’t experience it; however, we did see it from our City Sightseeing bus, and there were some big waterslides!

It usually opens from April to October and would be such a fun thing to do in Seville with kids!

🎟️ Check Opening times and book Isle Magica Tickets.

See Fish at Seville Aquarium

Another attraction that we didnt visit was the Seville Aquarium. We focused on outdoor activities to make the most of the nice weather, but if you’re in Seville on a rare rainy day, then this could be a good option for you!

🎟️ Book the Seville Aquarium in Advance here.

Climb Torre del Oro

Torre del Oro is a historic, riverside watchtower that you can climb for views of the city and the Guadalquivir River. There is also a very small naval museum inside.

This is quite a quick experience, but it is a fun activity for kids and parents alike.

Note: this is not an accessible activity as there are a lot of stairs and no lift (elevator). We were able to leave our pushchair (stroller) with the guard at the entrance/exit.

Tickets to the Tower are free and can’t be booked in advance; however, they do ask you for a donation as you enter (suggested €3 per person). This money goes towards the upkeep of the building.

Explore Triana

I saw Triana recommended on quite a few other blog posts. It is a local area, just across the river from the Old Town of Seville.

If I’m honest, we found this area a little disappointing; it certainly isn’t as beautiful as the Old Town, and there’s not too much here. So, if you’re short on time, this is one I would recommend skipping.

If you do find yourself in this area, make sure to check out Mercado de Triana, a lovely indoor market selling budget-friendly local food, including tapas. This is a great place for lunch! My kids also really enjoyed Príncipes Park. There is a good-sized playground, trees to climb on and a pond to stroll around.

We stopped at Atardecer Cafetería for a coffee and a sweet treat. It was delicious and very affordable.

Visit Pabellón de la Navegación

Seville has its own Maritime Museum, which is a little far out of the main town, which is why we didnt visit, but it looks like it would be a fun activity for children!

Tickets cost €6, with under-5s visiting for free. I can’t find anywhere to pre-book, so I assume you have to pay on arrival.

How to Get Around Seville with Kids

I already mentioned that Seville is a very walkable city, which is amazing! However, all the walking can be a lot for little kids. To help with this, I booked a City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

City Sightseeing kindly gifted me our tickets as a PR Collaboration.

This gave all our legs a welcome rest, and it was so nice to cruise around the city with views from the open-top bus.

🎟️ Reserve City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Online for the Best Price

I will be honest, I didn’t get our Sightseeing bus itinerary quite right. This was partly due to already having some attractions booked and getting off at the wrong stop. Luckily for you, I have learnt from this mistake and can now tell you the perfect itinerary!

Seville Sightseeing Bus Itinerary with Kids

Here is the link to the route map for reference, and below is the route I would suggest:

• Start your day exploring Plaza de España (which is stop 2). After this, wander through Maria Luisa Park towards stop 4.
• Catch the bus at stop 4 and hop off again at stop 5. From here, you can explore Tirana and
• Hop back on at either stop 6 or 7, depending on how far in Tirana you want to walk.
• Relax on the bus until stop 13, where you can hop off again to explore Seta de Seville.
• Get back on at stop 13 and finally, back off at stop 1, to climb Torre del Oro.
• You get 24 hours to use your pass, so the next morning, I would choose one of these options. Either take the bus to stop 9 for a day at Isla Magica (Seville’s Waterpark) or, if it’s closed like it was during our visit, use stop 1 to explore the Royal Alcazar of Seville.

I have pinned all the stops I recommend on my Google Map below (with a binoculars symbol) for your reference as well!

A couple of other things to note: the Seville bus only has one route, and it goes one way (clockwise when you’re looking at the map). Buses start at 10 am but don’t run to an exact timetable. They depart from each stop roughly every 30 minutes. I would highly recommend downloading the City Sightseeing App to see exactly where the bus is.

The loop takes about 75 minutes altogether, and of course, you can sit on for the full loop if you wish!

Where to Eat in Seville With Kids

We loved the food in Seville! Spain is known for tapas, and it is such a family-friendly option. Ordering lots of little plates allows them to try new things, and you can tailor your order to what they will like. Mist places also gave bread, which is usually a safe bet for picky eaters!

We had some great family meals in Seville, you will walk past so many options without trying, but I will list our favourites below.

Bar El Comercio

Claiming to serve Seville’s best churros (and I can’t disagree, they were delicious!) This is a small but busy place; even early in the morning, they had a line outside.

We liked it so much, we ate breakfast here twice. Yes, I let my kids have churros dipped in chocolate for breakfast twice, we were on holiday! Plus, making them really happy at the start of the day leads to a better day for us all!

We waited to eat in, and the line moved quickly, but they also do take-out orders. We ordered one portion of churros and chocolate, a coffee, a tea and two orange juices, and it came to €13, which is far less than it would be at home in London! The churro portion was quite big, so one was fine for us, but if you have older kids, you might want two!

Restaurante La Locanda di Andrea

When I saw a restaurant that served pasta as tapas, I knew we had to try it! We ordered a mix of pasta, tapas and regular tapas, and it did not disappoint. Our whole family ate well here.

Bar restaurante Delantal Negro

This tapas place also does pizza, so perfect for families with kids who are picky eaters! Let them try some tapas while knowing you can order pizza if it’s needed.

Gelateria MITO

Of course, when you take your kids on a family holiday, and it’s sunny, you need ice cream! When my kids were getting tired, we stopped at MITO, and it really kept them going! They have a few locations in Seville, and I would highly recommend!

Complete Map of Visiting Seville, Spain with Kids

Below is our complete map of visiting Seville, Spain, with kids. I’ve pinned everything I have mentioned in this post, from the best things to do with kids, to the top tourist attractions, where to eat as a family and even the airport and sightseeing bus stops!

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

FAQs on Seville with Kids

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Thank you so much for reading our guide on Seville, Spain, with kids. We hope you have an amazing family holiday!

Happy Exploring,