Seville 2 Day Itinerary
Seville is a beautiful city full of color and life! It is located in the Andalusia region of Spain in the southern part of the country. It deserves to be a top choice of destinations when considering a holiday in Spain. Seville has its own unique character and we quickly fell in love with it. From the perfect fall weather, to the vibrant buildings, palm trees, fountains, and old world charm, it was the perfect relaxing city break. Seville is an ideal family destination, we had a great time in Seville with our kids. Although, we could’ve happily spent a week in Seville, we had to manage with just a couple days. So if you find yourself with only a couple of days to spare, here are the best things to do on a Seville 2 day itinerary.
Seville 2 Day Itinerary
2 Days in Seville is cutting it a little short, but if that’s all the time you have here’s how to make the most out of it! You can mix and match these ideas to meet your preferences and your group. If traveling to Seville with kids, I recommend interspersing outdoor time in between the sightseeing to give the kids a break.
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Patio de Doncellas in the Real Alcazar in Seville, Spain.
Real Alcazar
This former and current Spanish Royal home can not be missed-it is one of the top 10 things to do in Seville! The palace is gorgeous with beautiful tile work, intricate carvings, and expansive gardens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site as well. There is a reason you’ll find a line of people waiting to get in every day. The palace is really something special and everyone should make a stop here.
Make sure you buy a ticket online before your visit so you can bypass everyone waiting in line outside and head right in. I would also advise you to buy a ticket for the first thing in the morning. You’ll have the best opportunity to take some photos without crowds of people in them at this time of day.
Cathedral de Seville.
Cathedral de Seville
Right across the way from Real Alcazar are the Cathedral de Seville and its towering 343 foot La Giralda tower. You can buy a ticket online to avoid the queues for the Cathedral. The cathedral is free to visit on Mondays but because of this, there will be more people. I would recommend buying the ticket on another day in order to avoid this. This church is the final resting place of Christopher Columbus and is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. Climbing the Giralda tower will give you an impressive view over Seville as well.
Kids looking for fish in the canal at Plaza de Espana.
Plaza de España
Anytime you visit a European city, the main plaza/platz/place is usually a must and Seville is no exception. Plaza de España is truly one of the most amazing plazas we have ever seen and is another one of the top things to do in Seville! It’s huge, covered in colorful painted tiles and mosaics, and has a canal running through it.
You can rent a boat to row around the water and under the arched bridges. Wander from one end to another admiring each mosaic bench featuring each of Spain’s provinces. You are likely to find flamenco dancers and musicians performing at various spots in the plaza, great for entertaining little ones and adults alike.
Help keep the kids entertained with this travel guide just for them!
Sunset view over Seville from Las Setas.
Las Setas de Seville
Las Setas de Seville is a modern-looking structure where you can buy a ticket to take an elevator to the top to enjoy an impressive view over the city. The best time to visit is around sunset when you can enjoy the colorful sky lighting up Seville’s buildings. There is also a small cafe at the top where you can order pizza and drinks. Pro-tip: We rewarded smiles in photos with slushies for the kids. Parenting at its finest!
Vespa parked outside the colorful buildings in the Santa Cruz Neighborhood.
Wander the Santa Cruz neighborhood
Seville is great for wandering. This neighborhood, in particular, is full of charm and interest. Stop by a tapas bar and people watch or have fun poking around through the alleys and seeing what you stumble upon. Some of our favorite tapas were manchego cheese, fried mushrooms, calamari (even the kids liked it!), and patatas bravas. We even found one tapas bar with chicken nuggets for the kids-score!
Horse-drawn carriage rolling through Maria Luisa park in Seville, Spain.
Spend time in Seville’s Parks
Seville is full of green spaces! The gardens were lush and vibrant, full of color, plants, and fountains. Maria Luisa Park is next to Plaza de Espana and is perfect for strolling or for taking a horse carriage ride. After you’ve seen all the sights of Seville, it’s nice to spend some time relaxing and enjoying some downtime. Parks are a great place for kids to burn energy as well. We like saving the park for the afternoon after we’ve made the kids visit a place like a church or a museum.
The Cathedral de Seville.
Getting To Seville
Seville has its own airport but you may find better flight deals into nearby Malaga (AGP) airport. Seville is then easily reached by car in about 2.5 hours. You can also go by train via Cordoba, but the shortest journey is about 3 hours and 15 minutes and longer journeys are about 4 hours. Once you get to Seville you will not need a car to explore the city.
Walking through the charming streets of Seville.
Getting Around
Seville is a very walkable city, and walking is half the fun because the city is so full of character! Walk as much as you can, but also know there are city busses to take you around as well as a few trams. You can use uber but you’re in Seville with kids who need car seats, that might not be the best option. Seville is also stroller-friendly. We didn’t have any issues using our umbrella stroller.
This is the Hotel Alfonso XIII, a luxury hotel in Seville. Fans of the show The Crown may recognize it as the Beverly Hills Hotel in Season 3.
Where To Stay in Seville
Seville is full of charming neighborhoods and the city is so walkable that it is not critical to be right in the center of town. Try these properties for your stay. I can personally recommend this apartment, as this is where my family stayed during our visit. It was spacious, clean, in a neighborhood with plenty of places to eat, and affordable!
These apartments are also centrally located, look modern, and have affordable prices:
Apartamento Arenal
If you are looking for more luxury, try these:
Waiting for churros in a churreria in Seville, Spain.
Where To Eat in seville
Nothing is more synonymous with Spain than tapas! You will find tapas bars all around Seville. Some with traditional Spanish tapas and some that have an interesting take on them. Churros are another iconic Spanish treat. Don’t expect them to be like what you find at an American theme park. Most churros in Spain come with a cup of melted chocolate for dipping. We also came across good Moroccan food, Lebanese food, and the best breakfast in Seville during our few days there.
Make sure you have at least one breakfast in Seville at Filo. I’ll personally recommend the avocado toast here. It was delicious and I probably could’ve eaten two. We got ham and cheese croissants for the kids and enjoyed our breakfast outside in the lovely weather.
Old painted tiles on a fountain in the Real Alcazar in Seville.
Day Trip Ideas from seville
The Andalusia region is full of interesting places to visit. If you have extra time in your schedule consider heading out to Granada, Cordoba, Gibralter, or Ronda.
The domed ceiling of the Hall of the Ambassadors in the Real Alcazar in Seville.
How Many Days in Seville?
How long do you have? One day in Seville is not nearly enough, but if that’s all you have, it is still worth the trip in my opinion. In one day in Seville I would say Real Alcazar, Plaza de Espana, and the Cathedral are the top 3 things to do.
2 days in Seville will allow you time for the itinerary above. 3 days in Seville would let you add on a food tour, the aquarium, or give you time for a day trip to a nearby town. Seville is lovely no matter how long you go for. And my guess is, no matter how many days you spend there, you will want to go back!
Help the kids keep track of their trip in a travel journal.
Tiny flamenco dancer in Plaza de Espana in Seville, Spain.
Best Time to Visit Seville
Seville’s location in Southern Spain means it gets hot, hot, HOT in the summer. Try to avoid visiting in July and August because of the temps and the crowds. We visited in late October and the weather was perfect! Warm during the day, cooled off slightly at night but no need for anything more than a cardigan or light jacket. The best months to visit Seville are September-November and March-June. The winter is known to be a bit gray and rainy.
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