Neighbourhoods
Santa Cruz
The old Jewish quarter — narrow lanes, orange trees, the tourist center.
Triana
Across the river, flamenco's actual birthplace, less touristy.
Things to do
Real Alcázar, first entry
Book the earliest slot — this gets uncomfortably crowded and hot by midday.
Flamenco in Triana, not Santa Cruz
Skip the tourist-menu dinner-shows — Triana's peñas (flamenco clubs) are the real thing.
Plaza de España at golden hour
Photogenic and free, best with the crowds thinned after 6pm.
Eating & drinking
Any Triana tapas bar
Order jamón and a caña, standing at the bar — that's the whole ritual.
Day trips
Local logistics
City-specific transport and safety notes — for country-wide context, see the Spain guide.
Fully walkable center; a bike is a genuinely good option given the flat terrain and dedicated lanes.
Very safe; no notable areas of concern for visitors.
Pacing & budget
Pacing: 2 days covers the highlights; 3 lets you add Córdoba as a day trip.
Budget: Below the Spanish national average — one of the better-value major cities.
Visa, money, culture & transport for all of Spain
Currency, key phrases, getting around by train, and everything that applies to your whole trip — not just Seville.