With enchanting architecture spanning centuries and cultures – and a culinary offering to match – it only seems right that Seville is the capital of the Andalusia region. It’s impossible not to fall for its elegance and beauty, so take your time and enjoy every inch, archway and spire it has to offer.
Venture into Seville with Hertz car hire to discover everything this Andalusian wonder has to offer.
Historic architecture
When wandering through Seville’s web of stories streets, you’ll find countless examples of breathtaking Spanish architecture.
Start with a hit of Moorish-Renaissance architecture at the Royal Alcázar of Seville. This iconic palace is a wonder to behold. The exquisite design of the palace features 16th-century tiling with intricate paintings and grand, ornate arches. Stroll through the gardens to find a sculptured fountain at every corner.
Impressive landmarks
The Plaza de España is Seville’s standout square, located in Parque de Maria Luisa. Jaw-dropping from every angle, it’s centred around a big water fountain.
Take a stroll around and you’ll see the bright and deep blues and golds of ceramic tiles, which are embedded in benches, balustrades and banisters around the square. The plaza’s most eye-catching feature is the elaborately designed pavilion, located in the heart of the park.
Just a 10-minute drive from the Plaza de Espana is the Catedral de Sevilla, found in the centre of the city. A large Gothic cathedral with clustered columns and pointed spires, this religious landmark features a Moorish bell tower that offers visitors spectacular panoramic views of the city below.
The cathedral – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is also the final resting place of Christopher Columbus, an icon in Spanish history.
The heart of the city
Santa Cruz is one of the most popular neighbourhoods in Seville, and it’s easy to see why. The former Jewish quarter is where cultures have mingled for centuries, which is why you’ll soon stumble across some of the city’s main attractions – including the alcazar –before being seduced by the scents of fresh tapas, rustled up in the local bars and restaurants.
To escape the crowds, head north of the centre towards the Basilica de la Macarena. Built between 1941 and 1949, the ornately decorated Catholic building stands at the centre of the Macarena district.
While you’re in the area, head to Las Satas – known as the Mushrooms of the Incarnation, it’s a wooden wonder. A huge sculpture that towers over the ground, a wander along its snaking walkway, laid across its waffle-like surface, is a must.
Spanish culture
Seville’s Flamenco Museum will have you dancing your way through the rest of your trip. Flamenco is an integral part of Andalusian culture and identity, where dancing, singing and the sound of the guitar combine in a sweeping display of elegance and tension.
The museum, established by local dancer Cristina Hoyos, delves into flamenco’s history and hosts regular performances.
Car hire in Seville enables you to explore the city to the full. And, once you’ve got your fill of flamenco and tapas, the rest of Andalusia awaits.
