ROYAL ALCÁZAR AND JEWISH QUARTER OF SEVILLE IN ONE VISIT
Combine two of Seville's must-sees in a single route with an official guide: the Royal Alcázar, Europe's oldest royal palace still in use, and the Santa Cruz Quarter, the city's old medieval Jewish quarter.
The first part of the visit enters the Alcázar with entry included, taking in its courtyards, halls and gardens. On leaving, the guide continues on foot through the streets of Santa Cruz, explaining how the Jewish community lived in Seville before the expulsion of 1492, with its squares, alleys and neighbourhood legends.
In 3 hours and 30 minutes you'll have covered one of the most visited monuments in Spain and a walk through the city's most photographed neighbourhood, without having to organise each part separately.
ITINERARY OF THE ROYAL ALCÁZAR AND JEWISH QUARTER TOUR
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The visit starts at Plaza del Triunfo, next to the Alcázar walls, and enters through the Patio de la Montería. From there, the guide explains the three palaces coexisting within the complex: the 16th-century Casa de la Contratación, the 14th-century Palace of King Pedro I, and the 13th-century Gothic Palace, and why they're visited in reverse chronological order.
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The central part of the route is the Palace of King Pedro I, featuring the Patio de las Doncellas, the Ambassadors' Hall with its golden muqarnas dome, and the Patio de las Muñecas, where the guide helps you spot the hidden faces carved into the arches.
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The final stretch inside the Alcázar takes you down to the Baths of Doña María de Padilla, underground cisterns that few tours reach, before emerging into the gardens, where you'll have some free time to stroll among the peacocks before continuing.
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On leaving the Alcázar, the route heads on foot into the Santa Cruz Quarter, Seville's old Jewish quarter. The guide stops at the Callejón del Agua, Plaza de Doña Elvira and Plaza de Santa Cruz, explaining how the Jewish community was organised in the medieval city and telling neighbourhood stories, such as that of Calle Susona and its skull.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION FOR THE ROYAL ALCÁZAR AND JEWISH QUARTER TOUR
Here's everything you need to organise the visit: schedule, prices by age, meeting point and accessibility.
Duration
The tour lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes, between the Alcázar and the walk through Santa Cruz. Departure at 10:00.
Languages
Available in Spanish and English. Languages are never mixed within the same group.
What's included
Entry to the Royal Alcázar and an official guide throughout the visit, both inside and outside the monument.
Prices
Adults (18+): €37. Junior (4 to 13): €25. Children (under 4): free.
Meeting point
Plaza del Triunfo, next to the Alcázar walls and opposite the tourist office. The guide carries an orange umbrella.
Accessibility
The Alcázar is accessible in 80% of its areas, with courtyards featuring uneven cobblestone flooring. The Baths of María Padilla have steps and are not wheelchair accessible. The streets of Santa Cruz are narrow and cobbled. Let us know when booking so we can adapt the pace.
Documentation
The Alcázar's management requires ID or passport for each participant for access control.
Confirmation
Electronic voucher, valid on your phone. You'll receive your guide's direct contact by WhatsApp the day before the visit.
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS
You can cancel with a full refund up to 72 hours before the visit. Between 72 and 24 hours before, the refund is 50%. With less than 24 hours' notice or a no-show, there's no refund, since the Alcázar tickets are already issued on a named basis.
The Alcázar's management requires the full names of all participants 48 hours in advance to issue the tickets. After that deadline, name changes or refunds are no longer possible.
REVIEWS OF THE ROYAL ALCÁZAR AND JEWISH QUARTER TOUR
Manuel was INCREDIBLE!! Today 14 January 2025. He knows his facts. And super nice. Prompt. Friendly. Engaging. My husband and I really enjoyed our walking tour. We saw so much of Seville’s main attractions and a few hidden secrets too. Manuel is a gem for sure.
View on Google MapsHad a private english tour for our Family of 7. Manu was amazing ! He was very informative, patient with us ( we had 2 kids and 2 seniors) and was very helpful. We absolutely enjoyed our tour and would recommemd him to anyone who wants to see the Cathedral, Giralda towers and the Real Alcazar. He even accommodated my love for doors and showed us some beautiful doors and their history during the tour. Thank you Manu ! ❤️ from 🇨🇦
View on Google MapsWe were very fortunate because we were the only one signed up for our tour time so we got a private tour and it was excellent!, Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable and we learned much and saw everything. We had a little break between venues to wander the gardens by ourselves which was welcome to give our brains a rest.
View on Google MapsLaura is young energetic, fun tour guide !!! Thank you so much for giving me a great fun tour of Seville!!! She is really a great asset to the company! Her compassion and knowledge are beyond her job as a tour guide ❤️❤️👌👌👌
View on Google MapsHad an amazing visit to Real Alcazar, Cathedral and Giraldi Tower, the tour guide Miss Alejandra was very informative and gave all the minute details and insights about every place. It would have been boring without her as she was witty and has a good sense of humour.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS TOUR
Is Alcázar entry included in the price?
Yes. The price includes entry to the Royal Alcázar and an official guide throughout the visit, both inside the monument and during the walk through Santa Cruz afterwards.
Do you visit the interior of any building in Santa Cruz?
No. The Santa Cruz section is a walking tour of the outdoor streets, squares and alleys of the neighbourhood, without entry to any additional building.
Do babies need a ticket even though the tour is free for them?
Yes. Even though the price for under-3s is €0.00, the Alcázar requires a named ticket for every visitor, including babies, for capacity control.
Is it necessary to bring ID?
Yes. The Alcázar's management requires original ID or a passport for each participant for access, plus full names 48 hours in advance to issue the tickets.
What happens if it rains on the day of the visit?
The tour goes ahead anyway: the Alcázar is mostly indoors and Santa Cruz is walked through streets with covered sections in several stretches. If you prefer, you can change the date by writing to us at least 24 hours in advance.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
The Alcázar is accessible in around 80% of its areas, although the Baths of María Padilla have steps. The streets of Santa Cruz are narrow and unevenly cobbled. Let us know when booking and we'll adapt the pace.
BOOK YOUR SPOT FOR THE ROYAL ALCÁZAR AND JEWISH QUARTER TOUR
With a single booking you'll have Royal Alcázar entry and a guided walk through the Santa Cruz Quarter sorted, without having to coordinate each visit separately.
Remember that the Alcázar requires the full names of all participants 48 hours in advance, and original ID or a passport on the day of the visit.
