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Seville Cathedral and Giralda: Skip-the-Line Ticket

1. Seville Cathedral and Giralda: Skip-the-Line Ticket

Step inside Seville Cathedral with skip-the-line entry and explore the treasures within. See works by Goya and learn the history when you select the audio guide option. Climb the La Giralda Tower and witness spectacular views across Seville. Enter the cathedral and see the tomb of Christopher Columbus in front of the Puerta del Principe. The monument contains the remains of the explorer, although debate continues as to whether or not the bones are his. Learn about the history of the cathedral and the Castilian King Fernando III who captured Seville from its Almohad rulers and transformed the great 12th-century mosque into a church. Witness this staggering cathedral as it is today, known as the Cathedral de Santa María de la Sede. Enter one of the world's largest churches with notable works by Zurbaran, Murillo, and Goya. Hear about these works and more by choosing the audio guide option.

Seville: Cathedral, Giralda, and Royal Alcázar Guided Tour

2. Seville: Cathedral, Giralda, and Royal Alcázar Guided Tour

Discover Seville and its main monuments and architecture with skip-the-ticket line access. Learn its stories and get to know the characters that are essential parts of the city’s history. Spend some time touring the Royal Alcázar and other highlights. Visit the Cathedral's interior and hear about the important historical figures buried there. Admire works by many important artists. Marvel at the immense, 16th-century stained-glass windows that illuminate the 5 naves of the cathedral. Visit the famous Moorish Giralda Tower, an icon of the city. Explore the palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and find out why it became the setting for the film Lawrence of Arabia and the TV series Game of Thrones. Choose from either a small-group or private tour to suit the experience you're looking for. Enjoy a pleasant walk through the Royal Palace gardens and look out for the peacocks and other palace animals.

Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

3. Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

Explore the rich history of Seville by visiting two of its most important sites: the Cathedral of Seville and Alcazar. Take advantage of skip-the-line access as you learn about both locations from your expert guide. First, see the beautiful Cathedral of Seville and its unique architecture. Enjoy skip-the-line access, then learn all about the rich and cross-cultural history of this holy site from your guide. Climb the Giralda, the Cathedral's bell tower. Then visit the Alcazar, and gain an understanding of the diversity of cultures and legacies that exist in Seville. After skipping the line entrance, your guide will take you on a pleasant walk through the orange trees and myrtles, and help understand the depth of Seville's history and culture.

Seville: Cathedral Guided Tour with Priority Access

4. Seville: Cathedral Guided Tour with Priority Access

Seville Cathedral, built in the 15th century on the site of a 12th-century mosque, is one of the largest and most impressive churches in the world. On this 1-hour guided tour you’ll marvel at its spectacular golden altarpiece and the vast collection of art. The crowning piece of the Seville Cathedral complex is the famous Giralda Bell Tower. The tower, reaching a height of 322 feet, was built as a minaret at the end of the 12th century. Learn about the origins of the complex as an Arabic mosque, and see further evidence in the ablutions courtyard. Explore the collection of important works of arts representing several centuries, decorating the Cathedral’s 44 chapels and the middle of the central nave. At the end of the tour, say goodbye to your guide then climb to the top of Giralda Tower to soak up magnificent city views.

Seville: Royal Alcazar, Cathedral, and Giralda Tower Tour

5. Seville: Royal Alcazar, Cathedral, and Giralda Tower Tour

Do you have little time and want to discover everything in one day? Join a combo tour of Seville and visit both the Cathedral and the Royal Alcazar, two essential places to experience in Seville, both declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1987. After meeting your guide, receive headsets (if needed) and start your journey to the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. After your visit, you'll have about an hour to rest and have some lunch. Then, make your way back to Alemanes 31 to meet your guide for your visit to the Royal Alcázar of Seville. 1 de Enero a 15 de Junio 2023 Lunes a sábados Catedral 13:30 a 15:00 con giralda de Lunes a sábados Alcázar 16:00 a 17:15 de Lunes a sábados Domingos Alcázar 13:30 a 14:45 los domingos Catedral 16:00 a 17:30 con Giralda los domingos 16 de junio al 30 septiembre 2023 Combo: de lunes a sábados Catedral 12:00 a 13:30 con Giralda Alcázar 13:45 a 15:00 Domingos Alcázar 13:00 a 14:15 Catedral 14:30 a 16:00 con Giralda 1 octubre a 31 octubre 2023 de lunes a domingo Catedral 15:00 - 16:30 con giralda Alcázar 16:45 - 18:00 1 noviembre a 15 de junio de lunes a domingos Catedral 14:30 - 16:00 Alcázar 16:15 a 17:30

Seville: Alcázar and Cathedral Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

6. Seville: Alcázar and Cathedral Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

Explore the soul of Seville through its UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Learn about the city's Islamic past, Christian roots and Jewish legacy at the Alcázar, and see the city's majestic cathedral. Start with a visit to the Alcázar. Home to 3 palaces, royal chambers, centenary gardens and chapels, the Alcázar has been the site of many dynasties. Explore this site with your guide, taking advantage of a personal audio system to enhance your visit. Travel through different periods of history and follow in the footsteps of the ancients. Discover for yourself why the monument was chosen for its beauty as the location for TV serials like "Game of Thrones."  Walk to Seville Cathedral to see the world's third-largest cathedral and largest Gothic church in the world. Built on the remains of a mosque, the vast monument reveals 900 years of history. At the end of the tour say goodbye to your guide, then climb by foot to the top of Giralda Tower to admire spectacular views across the city.

Seville: Cathedral, Giralda and Alcázar 4-Hour Guided Tour

7. Seville: Cathedral, Giralda and Alcázar 4-Hour Guided Tour

Hear the story of Seville Cathedral and the magnificent Alcázar from an expert guide on a 4-hour tour, including time to visit the Giralda tower. Journey through the Arabic, Christian, and Roman history of the city along the way. Enter the imposing walls of the oldest palace in Europe at the Alcázar, still used by the Spanish monarchy but originally built by the Muslim Moors. Marvel at the scale of Seville Cathedral, built on the site of a great mosque. Admire the Giralda bell tower, built as a minaret during the reign of the Almohad dynasty. Stroll the narrow streets of the old Jewish quarter and more. 

Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral and Giralda Tour with Tickets

8. Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral and Giralda Tour with Tickets

Take advantage of a guided tour with priority ticket access for both the Alcázar and the UNESCO-listed cathedral. Hear fascinating facts from your guide, and see Santa Cruz and the famous bell tower. Meet your guide, then set off on your sightseeing adventure. The first stop of the day is the Royal Alcázar of Seville. Enjoy skip-the-line entry, then spend 1 hour and 15 minutes exploring this historic landmark. Inside, see the impressive Mudejar Palace, Gothic Palace, and Stucco Courtyard, then wander around the sprawling gardens. As you explore, learn about the history of the landmark, and the prominent figures who once lived here. Next, head to Seville Cathedral and admire the architecture of this UNESCO listed landmark. Enjoy a walk around the famous Patio de los Naranjos, then see the tomb of the famous traveler, Christopher Columbus. Walk through the lively Santa Cruz neighborhood. End the tour at the Giralda, the city’s famous bell tower.

Seville: Cathedral and Giralda Tower Guided Tour and Tickets

9. Seville: Cathedral and Giralda Tower Guided Tour and Tickets

Discover two top Seville attractions with skip-the-line tickets to the Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower. Step back in time as your guide tells you about the history of these sights. Climb Giralda Tower and see artwork by Spanish Renaissance painters like Alejo Fernández. Visit the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, better known as Seville Cathedral, and the bell tower of La Giralda in Seville with skip-the-line tickets and a guide. Hear how Seville Cathedral's fascinating history and how it is the largest cathedral in the world before venturing inside. Climb the 35 ramps of La Giralda. Marvel at the magic of the 81 stained glass windows. Admire works of art by masters such as Alejo Fernández, Pedro Roelas, Murillo, Velázquez, Zurbarán, Valdés Leal and Goya. Enjoy panoramic vistas of the city from the viewing platform. Learn about the Cathedral's historical, artistic and religious value due to which it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987. Construction on the cathedral began in 1401 and was completed 150 years later, in the Renaissance style.

Seville: Guided Tour with Cathedral & Giralda Entrance

10. Seville: Guided Tour with Cathedral & Giralda Entrance

Explore the rich history of Seville by visiting its most important sites. First, visit the cathedral. Learn all about the rich and cross cultural history of this sacred place with your guide.  From 9 people, guided tours are done with audioguides that are included in the price so that you don't miss a single detail.

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Met our tour guide Lita outside of City Expert just south of the cathedral. She checked us in and handed out receivers and earbuds. With a degree in history, she is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the tour. And she talks fast. In fact, everything about the tour is fast. Even though it lasts 2-1/2 hours, there is so much to see that you won’t be able to linger as long as you would like or see everything thing you want to see. It’s an extremely good overview but you may want to go back another time to be thorough. We were short on time and wanted to see as much as possible, so this tour was perfect for us. You’re given 25 minutes to explore the bell tower, which is enough time, but don’t linger too long. The tour concludes in the gardens and you are allowed to stay as long as you like. Definitely enjoyed and would recommend the tour but know that it will be brisk!

Havier was an excellent, well informed guide who demonstrated his own passion for the history of the Cathedral and Alcazar through his descriptions and stories. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3hrs with him and would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Seville.

Great tour and a great way to see all three sites in a perfect amount of time! Very informative tour and the sites are beautiful!!

Carolina was the Perfect host In fact it made the day. Her knowledge was fantastic and we warmed to her very well

Carolina was fantastic, very detailed information and did not rush through the tour. super happy