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Seville Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour

5(4 reviews)Seville, Spain
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

On this guided tour, participants will visit the Cathedral of Seville, known as Santa María de la Sede, the largest Gothic cathedral globally, built on the site of an ancient mosque. The tour includes a look at its chapels, architecture, the tomb of Christopher Columbus, and the main altarpiece. Afterward, guests will climb the Giralda Tower for panoramic views of Seville. The tour concludes at the Royal Alcázar of Seville, Europe’s oldest royal palace still in use, featuring intricate architecture and gardens. The experience includes a Seville Travel eBook with local tips and cultural insights. This tour is suitable for history and architecture enthusiasts. It may not be ideal for those with mobility issues due to the climb and extensive walking involved.

Itinerary

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Catedral De Sevilla

The Cathedral of Seville, also known as the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, is one of Spain's most impressive monuments and the largest cathedral in the country. Measuring 126 meters in length, 76 meters in width, and 42 meters in height, it is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the second-largest cathedral globally, surpassed only by the Basilica of Our Lady Aparecida in Brazil. This grand structure is the seat of the Archdiocese of Seville and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987, along with the Royal Alcázar and the Archive of the Indies of Seville. The cathedral is renowned for its architectural magnificence and historical significance, housing treasures such as the tomb of Christopher Columbus and a richly adorned main altar. Its grandeur and beauty make it one of Seville's most iconic landmarks and a testament to the city's cultural and religious heritage.

What's included / not included

Online assistance from the booking to the end of the tourTickets for Alcázar, Cathedral, and GiraldaOfficial English tour guideEbook guide
Hotel drop offMeals or services not specified

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • The tour is a shared tour, it is not a private tour.
  • Please, bring passport or ID
  • Not allowed backpacks
  • The order of the monuments visited may change due to unexpected circumstances
  • Occasionally, for operational reasons, the tour may be in two languages
  • The tour will start around 10-20 minutes after the established tour schedule to organize the groups
  • Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour.
  • Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
  • Your complimentary eBook will be sent automatically once your reservation has been successfully confirmed.
  • Your complimentary eBook will be sent automatically once your reservation has been successfully confirmed.

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