Seville travel guide — where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Seville, Andalusia, Spain.
Best souvenirs
Authentic items worth bringing home.
Triana ceramics and azulejo tiles — buy at Casa Vizcaíno (Calle Alfarería, 36, Triana) or Cerámica Santa Ana (Calle San Jorge, 31, Triana)
Flamenco fan (abanico) — quality fans at El Giraldillo (Calle Alemanes, 1) from €15–€80 (~$16–$87)
Castanets (castañuelas) — buy near the Museo del Baile Flamenco; authentic hand-crafted versions from €20+ (~$22+)
Iberian jamón — buy vacuum-packed at El Corte Inglés food hall or Jamones Joselito (Calle Sierpes, 62) — €30–€200 (~$33–$218) depending on grade
Manzanilla or fino sherry — bottles from €6–€30 (~$6.55–$33); buy at El Corte Inglés or specialist bodegas
Flamenco dress (traje de flamenca) — not cheap; authentic dresses start at €150+ (~$163+) at Calle Cuna boutiques
Traditional markets
Where locals shop and travellers find treasures.
Mercado de Triana
Fresh produce, artisan ceramics, fish, and meat; some artisan stalls; great atmosphere
Where: Triana, Seville
Hours: Mon–Sat 09:00–15:00 (bar area open longer)
Mercado del Jueves (Thursday Flea Market)
Antiques, second-hand goods, coins, stamps, books, and vintage items
Where: La Macarena, Seville
Hours: Thursday 09:00–15:00 only
Mercado Lonja del Barranco
Food market in a 19th-century iron building; artisan food stalls, oils, and local products
Where: El Arenal, Seville
Hours: Sun–Thu 10:00–00:00; Fri–Sat 10:00–02:00
Shopping districts
Neighbourhoods known for retail.
Calle Sierpes & Calle Tetuán
Triana (Calle San Jorge & Calle Alfarería)
Barrio Santa Cruz
Plaza del Duque de la Victoria
Malls & modern shopping
Air-conditioned, international brands, and food courts.
El Corte Inglés
Hours: Mon–Sat 09:30–21:30; Sun 11:00–21:00
Centro Comercial Plaza de Armas
Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–22:00; Sun 11:00–21:00
Bargaining tips
Negotiate like a local.
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Customs & restrictions
What you can and can't take home.
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- Custom
- VAT Refund (Tax-Free Shopping)
- Detail
- Non-EU visitors can claim a refund of 21% Spanish VAT on purchases over €90.15 (~$98.25) at stores displaying 'Tax Free' signs. Get a form stamped at Spanish customs on departure. Process refund at Global Blue or Planet desks at Seville Airport.
- Custom
- Shop opening hours
- Detail
- Most shops follow siesta hours: open 10:00–14:00 then 17:00–20:30. Department stores (El Corte Inglés) and tourist-area shops stay open continuously 10:00–21:00.
- Custom
- Sunday shopping
- Detail
- Most small shops close on Sundays. El Corte Inglés, major chains, and tourist-area souvenir shops open 11:00–21:00.