Seville - Private Historic walking tour
ID: GYG521067-909318
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Visit one of the world’s largest Cathedrals from the 16th century. You will also see one of the biggest wooden structures in the world - the Setas de Sevilla. Visit other famous historical landmarks.
Start your tour on the Puente de Triana which is the first solid bridge made up of a metal arch which connects to the city center. The first place you will visit is the bullring which was built in the 18th century and is regarded as a very enjoyable tourist site.
You will then continue on to Setas de Sevilla , the Metropol Parasol is a wooden structure consisting of six giant mushroom type parasols. Divided into four levels, it consists of a museum, central market, open-air public plaza and panoramic terraces with restaurants. It also happens to be the world’s biggest wooden structure.
Next, you will see a bell tower of Seville cathedral (La Giralda) which was formerly built as a minaret of the Great mosque of Seville. Considered as a world heritage site, it is also regarded as an important symbol of the city since the Middle Ages.
As we continue, you will visit the Catedral de Sevilla - A Roman Catholic Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See. It was built in the 16th century. It also happens to be amongst the world’s largest Cathedrals.
Next, you will walk by the Royal Alcázar of Seville. It was built for the Christian King Peter of Castile. It displays the Mudejar architecture along with Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance designs.
You will come across the museum building known as Archivo de Indias which contains valuable document archives that illustrate history especially about the Spanish Empire, the Americans and the Philippines.
Get to see a military watch tower erected by the Almohad Caliphate, constructed in the 13th century known as Archivo de Indias. Moving on, you will also see the Royal Tobacco Factory of Seville, an 18-th century stone building portraying industrial architecture. It was the first tobacco factory of Europe.
Stroll along a public park of Seville which stretches along with the river Guadalquivir and finish your tour at the Plaza de Espana (also known as the Spain Square). This plaza represents Regionalism Architecture.
Highlights
- Visit one of the largest Cathedrals in the World - the Seville Cathedral
- Get to see one of the biggest wooden structures in the world - Setas de Sevilla
- Hear anecdotes about the rich history of Seville and visit its famous landmarks
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
At the bridge, Puente de Triana, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.