72 Hours In Seville: What To See & Do

This post will share how to spend 72 hours in Seville.

When I started making my travel plans for 2022, I honestly did not expect to explore all the major cities of the Andalucia region of Southern Spain.

I took my first trip in the Summer to explore Malaga, Granada and Marbella.

This November, I finished up with Seville and Cordoba.

Even though I mostly stood out like a sore thumb and my hostel was incredibly noisy, I had such a fantastic time.

At the moment, I don’t plan my trips.

I’m mostly very flexible and go wherever is cheapest, warmest or most interesting for me at any time.

When planning this trip in the Summer, I wanted to experience some autumn sunshine before fully diving into the winter.

Aside from the Canary Islands and the Middle East, Seville was my closest destination.

Plus, I had already visited that region in the Summer, so I knew what to expect.

Despite having sunshine for less than six hours a day, it was much better than being in cold England.

The temperatures were mild and hovered between 23 – 25 degrees.

At some point, it got boiling, and I started sweating. I made sure I thoroughly enjoyed that short-lived weather.

Altogether, I spent four nights in Seville, with three days exploring the city and one day exploring Cordoba, a 40-minute journey by train.

In a subsequent post, I’ll share the details of my day trip.

Let’s get down to the details that made this trip a success.

Here’s How To Spend 72 Hours In Seville As A Solo Traveller

Seville is the largest city in the Andalucia region of Southern Spain.

It is known for its exquisite and extravagant architectural designs and iconic flamenco dancing.

I went into Seville with little to no expectations, and the city took my breath away.

I also visited at a great time, so I could easily get lost exploring the charming narrow streets with little to no company.

The weather was great, and the crowds were fewer.

If you can’t stand the extreme heatwaves in Spain, I suggest you visit in the Spring and Autumn.

Now, I can plan my trips with my eyes closed because I always follow the same formula.

Flights

Cost – £91.48 return

As always, I flew with Ryanair, and the price wasn’t so bad for four nights.

Instead of booking an early morning flight, I decided to go with an evening flight, which was slightly delayed.

The flight took about 2 hours and 50 minutes, and we landed at around 8 pm in Seville.

It was a mid-week trip, so the airport wasn’t too crazy yet.

Everything went super smooth, and less than 30 minutes after arrival, I was on my way to my hostel.

Budget Tip: Pack a sandwich for late arrivals.

I hate having to look for food when I arrive at my destination at night.

So I now pack a sandwich I have for dinner before bed.

This way, I save time and money buying overpriced food.

Airport Transfer

Cost – £8 return

Just outside the arrivals terminal, a specific bus takes you to the city centre in about 45 minutes.

It’s not a special shuttle bus like a few other airports; it is just a regular bus under the Seville public transport, which routes to the airport.

It costs 4 euros one way, and you can buy your ticket from the bus driver with cash.

It is advisable to change some money for public transport in Seville.

I found it a lot more convenient because I couldn’t navigate the public transport fares for my life.

Using Google Maps, I stopped at the closest bus stop to my hostel and quickly walked down.

Accommodation

Cost – £97 for four nights

If you spend more than two nights in any city, you must ensure that your hostel/hotel is as comfortable as possible.

There’s nothing worse than being stuck in an accommodation you are not satisfied with.

Then again, it can be hard to change once you have checked in, so make sure you do your due diligence and read between the lines of the hostel reviews.

I stayed at For You Hostel Seville, right in the city centre.

It was a walking distance of everything, which was great.

But in hindsight, the location was more of a downside that an upside.

es, I love staying in the city centre, but one thing I can’t compromise on is noise.

I detest rooms that face a noisy street. I’m not a deep sleeper, so I would struggle to sleep, which is what exactly happened to me.

Out of four nights, I only had one good night’s sleep.

Best believe I was counting down to going home.

It also didn’t help that the hostel wasn’t well soundproofed so that you could hear internal and external noise.

It goes without saying that I do not recommend staying more than one or two nights in this hostel.

Transportation

Ideally, when I stay in a city for more than two nights, I like to buy a transport pass as I did in Madrid and Barcelona.

But for some reason, I did not need public transport because Seville is a flat city, and most attractions are within walking distance.

I used the Metro just once and the bus a total of four times when I had to go to the train station to Cordoba and the airport.

Every other time, I just walked.

So, if you’re planning to see Seville in 72 hours you don’t necessarily need to use public transport.

But it’s a good idea to have cash on hand for the few times you’ll need the bus to the airport.

Meals & Shopping

Perhaps, my favourite thing about Seville is how cheap the food was, particularly the breakfast/brunch restaurants.

For under 10 euros, I could get a decent meal that would keep me for hours.

As a result of the weather and how cold it usually is in the mornings, I didn’t leave my hostel until noon, so brunch restaurants were perfect for me.

More often than not, I could also buy a takeaway sandwich which I would have for lunch.

So for 15 euros, I had two meals.

It doesn’t get any better than that.

I either settle for a Chinese meal or the famous Spanish Paella dish for dinner.

La Paella Seville is a takeaway restaurant opposite the Seville Cathedral that serves fast food paella for 8.50 euros.

The meal might not be the best, as it is salty and somewhat undone, but it gets the work done.

It was my go-to dinner for two nights.

For dessert, there are a few frozen yoghurt and ice cream shops like IIaollao and Haagen-Dazs, where you can grab one or two scoops while people watching in one of the public squares.

Don’t forget supermarkets, where you can get cheap groceries and pastries if you’re on a tight budget.

Attractions

So, what attractions should you prioritise if you want to see Seville in 72 hours?

Honestly, if you set out early enough like I usually do, you can see most of Seville in 72 hours.

But for this trip, I decided to take things a bit slow, and I could still see a lot.

Here are the must-see attractions you should explore when you visit Seville.

• Royal Alcazar of Seville: With Islamic influences, the iconic Royal palace of Seville is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It would be best if you dedicated a few hours to this, preferably on a weekday, to avoid the crowds.
• Plaza de España: A public square built in 1928 displaying all the various styles of Spanish architecture. It is honestly a vision to behold.
• Catedral de Sevilla: The Roman Catholic cathedral of Seville which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• La Giralda: The iconic bell tower of the Cathedral which was originally built as the minaret for the Great Mosque of Seville.
• Parque de María Luisa: The primary public park of Seville.
• Setas de Sevilla: Also known as the Mushrooms of Seville is a modern structure completed in 2011 in the old town of Seville. It lights up at night and is really stunning.
• Torre del Oro: A 13th-century military watchtower which served as a prison during the Middle Ages.
• Plaza de Toros de la Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla: A 17th century 12,000 capacity Baroque bullring with an annual bullfighting festival.
• Archivo de Indias: A UNESCO World Heritage site with an archive of the history of the Spanish Empire.
• Collegiate Church of the Divine Savior: A magnificent Catholic Church in Sevillian Baroque style.
• Seville Museum of Fine Arts: A fine arts museum that houses Spanish works from the medieval period to the early 20th century in a 17th-century palace.
• Flamenco Dance Museum: A museum detailing the history of the flamenco dance.

In Summary

If you are looking to visit Seville in 72 hours, I hope you find this guide useful.

It is definitely a great destination to visit in the autumn months.