Reminds me of the souks in Marrakech and old walls that go with it. Daytime, yeah but night,…read moreREQUIRED! This is an amazing place to slip through the cracks of time and truly see what cultural foundations have been laid to make Seville such a complex place to be. World Heritage quality through and through.

My husband wondered why I wanted to visit Seville. Was it the famous flamenco dance tradition, the…read morebull-fighters or the historic Real Alcazar? I sheepishly confessed that searching for "dulces de convento" sweets made by Spanish nuns was my inspiration to travel here! Monasteries have monks brewing beer, but nuns in convents baking sweets from ancient recipes seems much more divine! The Cordiales are shaped like delicious little dumplings of almond flour and lemon. We ate the whole box of Cordiales today and plan to return tomorrow. We also bought a bag of magdalenas, sugar-topped little cakes scented with orange for tomorrow's breakfast.

Leaving a foot print on a trip that was taken in the past. One of top tourist things to do while…read moreSeville and almost missed it. While at the Alcazar Palace waiting to be picked up by the tour bus, Las Setas was only 15 minutes away. Using the Google map, hurried thru the maze of people and stores, it was amazing to see this scene. I did not get a chance to visit the Roman ruins, fig tree or roof top walk way. Will be back to fully experience this area.

This unique wooden structure was located a few blocks from our hotel. We just walked around the…read morestructure during the day and when it was lit with changing colors lights in the evening. The lighting at night was a bit underwhelming as it seemed like some of the bulbs needed to be replaced? An archeological museum, Antiquarium, was located underneath which contained Roman ruins, mosaics and it was free to enter by showing your Alcázar ticket. At the ground level were restaurants but we did not enter. One level up was the more popular spot with the "I Sevilla" which attracted more people than we saw walking above on Las Setas. There was an admission to walk on the parasol but due to the rain and overcast weather we skipped it. Overall quick stop if you're visiting this area of Seville.

We got lost finding our way to the Cathedral and stumbled onto the bar…read moreBarrio Santa Cruz proper. Along the narrow alley ways we came across many artsy shops and souvenir stores. And a Flamingo studio plus secluded hotels! The atmosphere alternated between quiet hidden gems and touristy gathering spots. It's an interesting maze filled with surprises if one's not too worried about getting totally lost.

Best maze-like walking around Seville. Old cobblestone streets barely the size of a car width,…read morepediatrician paths trodden smooth, and interesting shopping (not just tourism either). I believe some of the most romantic night fun is had in the bodegas around this area and the dining is everything you'd want and more - Michelin star to standing room only drinking hole. Great must experience place in Seville!

There was so much going on in the Plaza that it's well worth a stop…read more The Plaza was maintained long after the 1929 Iberian-American Exhibition wrapped up and fun to explore. We especially enjoyed seeing the different details and content represented in the 52 provincial alcoves. We crisscrossed the canal as we watched rental boats paddle by, horse drawn carriages picked up and dropped off in plaza and the flamenco dancers, musicians and bubble makers. The short walk up to the second floor also provided another perspective to take it all in. Definitely one of the must sees while visiting Seville.

Gorgeous, breathtaking and architecturally stunning are some words that I would use to describe the…read morePlaza de Espana. It was designed for the Ibero-American exhibit of 1929, and is made up of a large fountain, bridges and a canal. The intricate tile work known as azulejos are definitely awe-inspiring.. It depicts historical events and scenes from Spanish literature and mythology. This beautiful building was used as a back drop in Star Wars: Episode II as well as several other movies. If you are visiting Seville, this needs to be one of your first stops.

Hidden gem easily missed while gawking at cathedral architecture and stunned by how humanity could…read morecreate such an edifice. Don't dismiss the subtle beauty of this little adjacent street as the orange trees are immaculately tended to and luckily for those here when they're in bloom it is like an incense from above, wafting through the streets, bouncing off the cathedral walls and perfuming the cafes lining the way.