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Walk through Seville's historic center from the soaring Giralda cathedral down through centuries of Moorish and Renaissance architecture. You'll pass royal palaces, neighborhood churches, and eventually reach the intimate streets of Barrio Santa Cruz, discovering how layers of empire and faith shaped this Andalusian capital.

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Adapted from Frommer's

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1. La Giralda

   Start at Seville's most recognizable landmark, the Giralda bell tower rising above the cathedral's Gothic bulk.

   Av. de la Constitución, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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2. Palacio Arzobispal de Sevilla

   The Archbishop's Palace sits at the cathedral's northeastern corner, its Renaissance facade a quieter counterpoint to the main church.

   Pl. Virgen de los Reyes, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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3. Royal Alcázar of Seville

   One of Europe's finest royal palaces, the Alcázar blends Moorish tilework and European elegance across courtyards and richly decorated rooms.

   Casco Antiguo, 41004 Seville, Spain·architecture

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4. Archivo de Indias

   This imposing Renaissance building once held documents charting Spain's empire; its austere facade reflects the weight of colonial history.

   Av. de la Constitución, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·history

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5. Ayuntamiento de Sevilla

   Seville's town hall anchors this plaza with ornate stonework and marks the start of the city's premier shopping street.

   Pl. Nueva, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41001 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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6. Calle Sierpes

   Calle Sierpes draws locals and visitors alike with its mix of shops, cafés, and the steady rhythm of pedestrian life.

   C. Sierpes, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·markets

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7. Church of the Convento de San José

   A modest Baroque church tucked on a side street, San José reflects the neighborhood's religious heritage away from the main plazas.

   C. San José, 17, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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8. Iglesia Colegial del Divino Salvador

   The Savior Church commands its plaza with an ornate façade layered in stone carvings and geometric detail.

   Pl. del Salvador, 3, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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9. Palace of the Countess of Lebrija

   Behind the walls of this private mansion lie Roman mosaics and courtyard gardens that hint at Seville's deep past.

   C. Cuna, 8, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·hidden gems

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10. Hermandad del Valle

    This Renaissance church sits quietly on your eastward path, its proportions and details worth a moment's pause.

    C. Laraña, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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11. Parroquia de San Pedro Apóstol

    San Pedro rises beside its plaza, a historic church whose presence has anchored this neighborhood for centuries.

    C. Doña María Coronel, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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12. Church of Santa Catalina

    Look up at the distinctive Mudéjar tower of Santa Catalina, a reminder of the architectural blend that defines Seville.

    C. Alhondiga, s/n, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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13. Convento de San Leandro

    The Convento de San Leandro presents a severe, fortress-like face—a working convent with roots stretching back centuries.

    Pl. San Ildefonso, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·history

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14. Casa de Pilatos

    Casa de Pilatos is Seville's grandest open palace, its courtyards and rooms ornamented with azulejos, arches, and sculptural flourishes.

    Pl. de Pilatos, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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15. Iglesia de San Esteban protomártir

    Just southeast of the palace, San Esteban is a historic church that rounds out the neighborhood's religious landscape.

    Calle San Esteban, 1, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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16. Church of St. Ildephonse

    San Ildefonso flanks its plaza, adding to the cluster of churches that reflect Seville's spiritual geography.

    C. Rodríguez Marín, 2, Casco Antiguo, 41003 Sevilla, Spain·architecture

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17. Iglesia de San Nicolás de Bari

    A charming church on Calle Vírgenes, San Nicolás invites you deeper into the old streets before you reach Barrio Santa Cruz.

    C. Muñoz y Pabón, 21, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·hidden gems

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18. Iglesia de Santa Cruz

    End at the church that marks the gateway to Barrio Santa Cruz, where whitewashed walls and narrow lanes await your exploration.

    C. Mateos Gago, 32B, Casco Antiguo, 41004 Sevilla, Spain·history

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