The Royal Alcázar of Seville

One of the most incredible places The Royal Alcázar of Seville is located in the historic center of the city, very close to the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, the Giralda tower, and the General Archive of the Indies.

A thousand years describe his labyrinthine history which speaks of the evolution of the city itself.

And it has remained a Royal Palace, Specifically, the oldest in Europe which is still in use!

Visit the Alcázar Palace of Seville

This place is a oasis of peace where to step back in time: one of the great monuments that are part of the World Heritage Site and the second most visited in Andalusia.

Lose yourself in its palaces and gardens, It will be quite an experience!

What to see at the Royal Alcázar

You'll be surprised everything you can see and discover behind the Arab walls who protect this place.

Let's make a list; it would be good if you followed this itinerary:

1. Lion Gate and Courtyard
2. Palace of Justice and Plaster Courtyard
3. Hunting Courtyard
4. The House of Trade
5. The Mudejar Palace
6. The Gardens of the Royal Alcázar
7. The Gothic Palace and the Tapestry Room

Each of these spaces is unique because it has its own idiosyncrasies, its own style; moreover, they are from different eras…

• Lion Gate and Courtyard

This is the entrance and a taste of what awaits inside. Enjoy its greenery and its walls…

• Palace of Justice and Plaster Courtyard

Here we begin to glimpse the Islamic influence mixed with Christian notes; we are looking at Mudejar art and the oldest palace in the Alcázar…

• Hunting Courtyard

From this courtyard we have one of the best views of the Giralda (look back) and the Alcázar complex with its main buildings.

• The House of Trade

This is the most modern building of the 16th century. It contains two important rooms: the Admiral's Room and the Courtroom, The latter boasts a spectacular ceiling and one of the most important paintings in the Alcázar.

• The Mudejar Palace

My favorite spot in the Alcázar and, perhaps, in Seville. This is mainly due to its beauty Courtyard of the Maidens. I could stay there for hours… Their rooms are also spectacular, like for example, the Hall of Ambassadors, where the series was filmed Game of Thrones.

• The Gardens of the Royal Alcázar

I said the previous space was my favorite, but now I'm having second thoughts about the Gardens… They're a magical place, full of vegetation, flowers, birds… It's impossible not to enjoy them. I recommend setting aside plenty of time.

• The Gothic Palace

We return to another building, this time more restrained in its decoration, as we are talking about the Gothic style. Tapestry Room It draws attention with its description of battles based on thread.

Tickets to the Royal Alcázar of Seville

To purchase tickets for the Royal Alcázar, the best option is to visit its website online. Make sure it's the official site and not a third-party website offering a different experience. The official website will sell you the general admission ticket, the ticket plus the ticket for the Upper Royal Chamber, or both combined with a radio guide.

Recommendations regarding entrances to the Alcázar

What do I recommend? Well, if you have plenty of time, get the general admission ticket plus the Upper Royal Room. If, on the other hand, you don't want to or can't spend the whole morning there, just get the general admission ticket.

Audio guide of the Royal Alcázar

Not everyone has the ability to concentrate while listening to a machine-generated narration and simultaneously trying to enjoy such an amazing environment. It can be quite tedious or tiring.

How long does it take to see the Royal Alcázar?

Depending on your interest in discovering new things, beauty, and art, visitors typically spend an average of two hours, and even longer if the weather is nice and they want to enjoy the gardens.

That's the time it takes for a guided tour.

Royal Alcázar Opening Hours

We are fortunate that, being a very popular monument, its opening hours are very long and it does not close any day of the week, except for national holidays or very special and specific occasions.

You can check the schedule according to the time of year on their official website.

What is the Cuarto Real Alto?

We've mentioned it before. It's the upper part of the Alcázar buildings, which is also open to visitors. However, there's a separate entrance fee.

This is the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family when they visit Seville.

How to visit the Alcázar to enjoy it like no one else?

The best way to discover it as it deserves is with a official tour guide. Don't be fooled, choose wisely who guides you and invites you to explore every corner so that it becomes a part of you. Look for accredited official guides, small groups (you miss many interesting things on free tours), and that's it—enjoy! Royal Alcázar of Seville on a guided tour!

If you want to know more about the guided tour of the Royal Alcázar of Seville,contact me!