{"id":11181,"date":"2019-07-18T14:18:41","date_gmt":"2019-07-18T12:18:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.nl\/blog\/?post_type=listing&p=11181\/"},"modified":"2021-10-18T10:47:59","modified_gmt":"2021-10-18T08:47:59","slug":"a-city-break-in-seville","status":"publish","type":"listing","link":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/listing\/a-city-break-in-seville\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s go to Seville: a city break to be enjoyed"},"content":{"rendered":"

Seville is the capital of the Andalusia<\/a> region, Spain\u2019s most southerly province, and has just the climate for a winter camping trip. Given the city\u2019s inland location and the fact that the nearest beach is at least an hour away, it\u2019s less popular as a destination than cities such as M\u00e1laga and Valencia, which is a real shame.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The city has really stolen my heart. I lived and studied here for six months, and two years later, I returned for a few days to what is Spain\u2019s most beautiful city, if not the world\u2019s most beautiful city. I\u2019d like to take you along on my city break to the most impressive squares and most significant sights the city has to offer.<\/p>\n

Sightseeing in Seville<\/h2>\n

The city itself is a sight. You\u2019ll be astonished by the beautiful building fronts, the little balconies and delightful squares dotted with tall trees and palms. Nevertheless, there are some sights that any visitor to Seville<\/a> must visit.<\/p>\n

Plaza de Espa\u00f1a: the most beautiful square in the world<\/span><\/h2>\n

Plaza de Espa\u00f1a was constructed for the Latin American exposition in 1929, to celebrate the relationship between Spain and its former colonies. A project by architect An\u00edbal Gonz\u00e1lez, it is a true masterpiece and one of the most loved squares in the city. You can stroll around in the square for hours and you\u2019ll always discover something new, each thing with its own significance. Some are obvious, such as the benches along the buildings \u2013 one for each of Spain\u2019s 48 provinces, while others are less obvious, such as the four bridges representing the four former kingdoms of Spain.<\/p>\n

\"Plaza<\/p>\n

The square is adored by tourists, but the locals love it just as much and spend their time relaxing in the adjacent park or taking advantage of the great setting for their wedding photos \u2013 in the summer months, you\u2019ll find many a bride taking a stroll across the square. Hollywood has even recognised the potential of Plaza de Espa\u00f1a and has used it as a filming location for films such as Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars: Episode II.<\/p>\n

Tip: don\u2019t visit the square around midday as there\u2019s little shade to be enjoyed. There are no opening times, so you\u2019re welcome to visit any time.<\/p>\n

Real Alc\u00e1zar: regal palace at the heart of the city<\/span><\/h2>\n

Real Alc\u00e1zar<\/a>\u00a0is a mediaeval palace in Seville built by the Moors. When the royal family is in Seville, Real Alc\u00e1zar is where they reside.<\/p>\n

And if you think that mediaeval palace means cold stone walls and dark dungeons, think again! Real Alc\u00e1zar is brimming with decoration, mosaics, carvings and other beautiful details. It\u2019s hard to imagine just how much work went into those walls.<\/p>\n

\"Real<\/p>\n

Larger than the palace itself are the gardens, which must be explored. They are rich in tall palms, orange and citrus trees, tiled walkways and small squares with benches and fountains. Free-roaming peacocks add a little exotic flair. It\u2019s no surprise that the gardens were used as the backdrop for the Water Gardens of Dorne in the popular fantasy series Game of Thrones.<\/p>\n

Tip: the high walls really help to keep the noise of the city out. Take a moment\u2019s rest and relax with a good book on a shaded bench.<\/p>\n

The cathedral of Seville and La Giralda: landmarks of the city<\/span><\/h2>\n

Seville Cathedral is the third largest Christian cathedral in the world, so there\u2019s a lot to see. Each part of the cathedral has its own role and you\u2019ll notice a variety of different architectural styles that crept in over the cathedral\u2019s multi-century construction. Did you know that Seville Cathedral contains the grave of Christopher Columbus?<\/p>\n

\"Cathedral<\/p>\n

The tower on the cathedral is the oldest part of the building and was, at the time of the Moors, the minaret of a mosque. It\u2019s the tallest building in the city and the main landmark of Seville. From its spire, you can enjoy views over the whole of the city. For those who don\u2019t fancy the climb, don\u2019t worry \u2013 there are just a few steps at the end, the rest of the ascent is via a ramp.<\/p>\n

Tip: take a guided tour over the roofs of the cathedral and enjoy the fantastic view of the city and fascinating insights into the architecture of the building.<\/p>\n

Las Setas: a very special viewing platform<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Setas stretch over the Plaza de la Encarnaci\u00f3n like a gigantic parasol \u2013\u00a0 in fact, the official name of the viewing platform is \u2018Metropol Parasol\u2019. It was christened ‘Las Setas’<\/a>,\u00a0by locals who think that the wooden structure, designed by a German architect, looks more like three gigantic mushrooms growing out of the ground.<\/p>\n

\"Metropol<\/p>\n

From here, you can enjoy a view of the city without the strenuous climb of La Giralda as a lift takes you to the top. For a view of the city\u2019s rooftops, it costs just \u20ac3, which also gets you a postcard from the gift shop and a free drink from the bar on the Setas.<\/p>\n

Tip: the panorama is especially beautiful at sunset when the setting sun gives Seville a pinky sheen.<\/p>\n

And there\u2019s so much more…<\/span><\/h2>\n

Alongside the must-sees, a camping city break to Seville gives you the opportunity to discover so much more. Anyone who\u2019s interested in Spanish culture should visit the bullfighting arena ‘La Maestranza’<\/a>, where bullfighting still takes place. Irrespective of the moral debate surrounding bullfighting, the area is an exciting piece of history, as well as beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n

Crossing the Puente de Triana bridge over the river takes you to the Triana area of the city. The market hall at the entrance to Triana is the perfect place to sample and buy fruit, fish, meat and Spanish delicatessen.<\/p>\n

\"Puente<\/p>\n

Music and dance are closely entwined with Spanish culture, and you\u2019ll notice it everywhere you go in Seville \u2013 after all, it was in the streets of Seville that Flamenco was invented. You can find out more in the Flamenco Museum<\/a>. Even better, why not experience Flamenco up close? There are regular performances in Triana.<\/p>\n

Torre del Oro another landmark of Seville and was previously the watchtower on the city boundary. Today, it houses the city\u2019s navigation museum, the city having once accommodated the most important port in the whole of Andalusia.<\/p>\n

Tapas, tostadas and tinto de verano<\/span><\/h2>\n

Spain is famed for its great food and great wine, and Seville will not disappoint.<\/p>\n

If you miss breakfast on the campsite, don\u2019t worry\u00a0 \u2013 nearly every bar, caf\u00e9 and restaurant offers a cheap and authentic Spanish breakfast. For those who prefer a sugary start to the day, churros with chocolate are a real speciality. For something more hearty there are tostadas, which are toasted bread rolls, usually with oil and tomatoes and, if you prefer, ham and cheese. Tortillas are often offered as a breakfast snack. There\u2019s also freshly squeezed orange juice, which tastes much better than at home, and good coffee. And all for no more than \u20ac10 per person.<\/p>\n

The people of Seville tend not to eat a lot at lunchtime as it\u2019s usually too hot for a large meal. A snack of salmorejo (cold vegetable soup) or a couple of cold tortillas is typical lunchtime fare. Plus, it\u2019s not uncommon to see a couple of locals enjoying a lunchtime beer or wine in the bars. A much loved drink in Spain is wine with lemonade, known here as tinto de verano or \u2018summer wine\u2019.<\/p>\n

\"Tapas\"<\/p>\n

In Seville, the evening meal is enjoyed late in the evening as the sun slowly sets. The choice of great restaurants and tapas bars is so vast that six months really wasn\u2019t enough to try all of them, and a camping trip certainly won\u2019t be! For real Spanish tapas, the best places are Dos de Mayo of Los Coloniales<\/a>. If you really don\u2019t know what you fancy, head to Alameda de Hercules, a square encircled by restaurants. There you\u2019ll find Las Columnas for example, serving Spanish tapas. You can enjoy good international cuisine at low prices at Karpanta, and for Italian pasta and pizza, try\u00a0Al Solito Posto<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Practical tips<\/span><\/h2>\n

When is the best time to visit Seville?<\/span><\/h3>\n

In July and August, daytime temperatures can often climb above 35 degrees. More comfortable temperatures can be enjoyed in autumn and spring. In the low season, it is also often possible to camp inexpensively<\/a> in the area.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a particularly special atmosphere in Seville during Semana Santa in Holy Week and during Feria de Abril. The city is usually very busy but festive and you can take part in one of the many parades and celebrations.<\/p>\n

Journey<\/span><\/h3>\n

Seville airport is located around twenty minutes outside of the city. If you\u2019re coming with your own caravan or mobile home, you should plan several days for the journey. There are a number of interesting locations along the route that can serve as stopovers, such as San Sebastian and Valencia. You can take the bus or tram into Seville from campsites outside of the city.<\/p>\n

Getting around<\/span><\/h3>\n

Most routes are easy to cope with on foot. For greater distances, the city has an extensive bus network<\/a>. Tabaco stores sell travel cards onto which you can load money to use the buses. Seville also has bicycles that you can hire dotted at stations around the city. A short-term rental<\/a> for a city trip costs \u20ac5.<\/p>\n

\"Seville\"<\/p>\n

Seville is there to be enjoyed<\/span><\/h2>\n

City trips are often hectic as you try to see as much as possible in a short time. But whatever sightseeing you do, you should always remember to enjoy yourself \u2013 something that Spaniards are very good at. Mottos such as ma\u00f1ana, ma\u00f1ana (\u2018tomorrow\u2019s another day\u2019) and no pasa nada (\u2018everything will be OK\u2019) dictate life in the city. Take a look at the calm and serenity of the Spaniards and enjoy a stress-free holiday in Seville.<\/p>\n

Campsites near Seville<\/h2>\n

Campsite Villsom<\/a> is less than half an hour away from the centre of Seville. There is a bus connection.
\nCamping La Fundici\u00f3n<\/a> is located in a nature reserve about 1.5 hours from Seville.
\nThe lovely, quiet Camping Village Do\u00f1arrayan Park<\/a> is less than an hour from Seville.
\nThe beautifully kept campsite La Aldea<\/a> is about 1 hour from Seville.
\nThe Pueblo Blanco campsite<\/a> provides an amazing view. The drive to Seville takes about 1.5 hours.<\/p>\n

Read more about Andalusia<\/h2>\n

More tips for a holiday in Andalusia can be found in the blogs with travelogues about C\u00f3rdoba<\/a>, Ronda<\/a> and El Torcal de Antequera<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The city has really stolen my heart. I lived and studied here for six months, and two years later, I returned for a few days to what is Spain\u2019s most beautiful city, if not the world\u2019s most beautiful city. I\u2019d like to take you along on my city break to the most impressive squares and most significant sights the city has to offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":52,"featured_media":35079,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"listing_type":[2329],"class_list":["post-11181","listing","type-listing","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","listing_type-destination","listing_location-camping-in-spain"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing\/11181","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/52"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11181"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing\/11181\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/35079"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11181"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eurocampings.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing_type?post=11181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}