Learn the history of the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe on a 1.5-hour guided tour of the Alcázar of Seville. Hear about the Christian kings and Muslim rulers who lived in the complex, and go for a stroll in the beautiful gardens.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through express security check
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, Italian
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the royal residence of the Alcázar of Seville
- Learn about the Christian kings and Muslim rulers from an art historian guide
- Stroll in the beautiful gardens and courtyards
Full description
Explore the royal residence of the Alcázar of Seville (Reales Alcázares de Sevilla) on a 1.5-hour tour with a local art historian guide. Marvel at the opulent decorations of the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe.
Learn the history of the complex, from the kings of the Castilian Christians to the Islamic governors of the different caliphates. Enter the Mudéjar Palace of Peter of Castille and see the beautiful ceramic tiles and magnificent gypsum arches that seem to defy gravity.
Discover the beautiful courtyards, designed to represent paradise on Earth, and then go for a stroll around the famous gardens to encounter colorful peacocks and majestic trees in the amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Includes
- Entrance tickets
- Local guide
- Small-group tour
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
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Important information
What to bring
- Passport or ID card, copy accepted
Know before you go
- To respect the social distancing rules due to COVID-19, the guide will provide the explanations over a radio system. If you can bring your own headsets it would be ideal, otherwise the local partner will provide you with one that has been properly disinfected.
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- Personal audio systems to enhance your visit
