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What to See - Top Sights
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The second most visited site in Europe: this breathtaking palace-city is a sophisticated blend of medieval Islamic, Renaissance Christian and modern architectural styles.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Castle; Garden; Historic site; Tour; Monument; Historic village
Alcazar, Seville
Beautiful medieval Islamic palace showcasing a unique fusion of Spanish Christian and Moorish architecture.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Historic site
Seville Cathedral, Seville
This majestic Cathedral dates back to the 15th century and claims to be the third largest building of its kind in the world.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site; Lookout; Monument; Historic site
Maria Luisa Park (Parque de Maria Luisa), Seville
Peaceful urban park decorated with fountains, sculptures and monuments.
Attraction type: Urban park; Garden
La Carihuela, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol
Historic neighborhood that used to be the fisherman's district.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Museo Provincial de Bellas Artes de Sevilla, Seville
An art museum with a strong collection of medieval and Renaissance -era Spanish painting.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Art museum
Basilica Macarena, Seville
This church houses La Esperanza, the weeping statue of the Virgin Mary, patroness of bullfighters.
Attraction type: Religious site
Great Cathedral and Mosque (Mezquita de Cordoba), Cordoba
Roman Catholic church that was once a mosque. Blending many architectural styles, the structure evolved over the centuries.
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
La Casa de Pilatos, Seville
A striking, late 15th-century Moorish palace with beautiful gardens.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Historic site; Historic home; Garden
Albaicin, Granada
Named a World Heritage Site, this is the old Moorish quarter of Granada.
Attraction type: Historic walking area; Neighborhood
Alcazaba, Malaga, Costa del Sol
Built between 1057 and 1063, this is probably the most important military fortification remaining from the Hispanic-Arabic period.
Attraction type: Historic site; History museum
Archivo General de Indias, Seville
An archive containing some of the most important historical records of Spanish colonialism in the Americas.
Attraction type: Architectural building; History museum; Library
El Open Arms, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol
Attraction type: Karaoke bar
Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville
These winding streets lined with shops and cafes make up one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city.
Attraction type: Historic walking area; Neighborhood
Tablao Los Gallos, Seville
A popular flamenco club featuring lively nightly performances.
Attraction type: Performance; Bar/club
Casa de la Memoria de Al-Andalus, Seville
Attraction type: Performance
Iglesia de la Caridad, Seville
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
Convento de Santa Paula, Seville
Attraction type: Religious site
Donana National Park (Parque Nacional de Donana), Huelva
This park is comprised of three distinct ecosystems, ideal for wildlife and accessible only with a tour guide.
Attraction type: Nature reserve; National park
Castillo de Gibralfaro, Malaga, Costa del Sol
Attraction type: Historic site; Castle