From average weather, 2021 to 2025: days that are warm but not hot, with few rainy days, score highest. Crowds and prices change through the year, so check them before you book.
Arrival day
Before Day 1. Seville is flat and close together, so settle in on foot and let the evening be slow.Details
From the airport or station
Seville has its own airport, with a bus and taxis into the center, and a main train station not far from the old town. Taxis are the simple choice with bags, and the ride is short either way.
Getting around
The old town is flat and mostly walkable, so you will not need a car. Córdoba and Granada are reached by train, and the ride from Seville to Córdoba is a short one. Check the timetables ahead and book seats in busy weeks.
Late March weather
Mornings and evenings can be cool and the afternoons mild or warm, with the odd rainy spell. Bring a light layer for the evening terraces. Holy Week and Easter can fall around these dates, so check ahead, because rooms fill and streets close.
The evening you arrive
Walk to the river, find a quiet table and keep dinner simple. Day 1 starts at the Cathedral, so you will already be close.
Day 1. Seville
3 stops · 1.4 km
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
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MorningWorth the time
Plaza de España
A great half-circle of brick and painted tiles beside a little canal, built for a world fair in the 1920s. Each tiled alcove stands for a province of Spain.
Go whenMorning, when the light is soft and the square is calm.
Local tip Walk the full curve to find the alcove of your home province, or the one that matches your birthday town. The canal has rowing boats.
A big, green park of fountains, tiled benches and tall shade trees beside the square. A quiet place for two to wander slowly.
Go whenLate morning, under the tall trees.
Local tip Take the shaded paths and look for the small tiled pavilions and ponds. Peacocks and pigeons are common, and the benches are good for a long stop.
Salmorejo is a thick, cold tomato soup, topped with egg and cured ham. With a plate of Iberian ham and bread, it is a cool, filling lunch on a warm day.
Local tip Order a small plate to share and save space for dinner.
A royal palace of carved plaster, tiles and quiet courtyards, with gardens of pools and orange trees behind it. Take it slowly and spend the longest time in the gardens.
Go whenAfternoon, then stay on in the gardens.
Local tip Check ahead for how to book, because lines can be long. Save the gardens for last, and sit by a fountain when your feet need it.
The old Jewish quarter, a maze of narrow whitewashed lanes, small squares and balconies hung with flowers. Wander without a plan and let yourself get a little lost.
Go whenAround sunset (about 7:30 PM), when the lanes empty out and the lamps come on.
Local tip Follow the smallest lanes and the little squares. Look up at the balconies and look down at the tiled street signs.
The neighborhood across the river, known for its tiles and pottery and for its flamenco. Cross the bridge, walk the riverside street and watch the light change.
Go whenEarly evening, ideally around sunset (about 7:30 PM).
Local tip Walk the riverside street, look for shops with painted tiles in the windows, and keep one corner free for a tapa on the way back.
Seville has terraces on its rooftops that look out at the cathedral and the Giralda lit up at night. This is the evening to reserve a table for two, order a few shared dishes such as slow-cooked oxtail or grilled pork, and take your time.
Local tip Book ahead, ask for a table outside, and bring a layer, because evenings in late March can turn cool.
If it rains. Seville Cathedral is covered, so keep it. Move Barrio Santa Cruz and Triana to a dry day if you can.
Day 3. Seville, part 3
2 stops · 0.8 km
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
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MorningWorth a short climb
Giralda
The tall bell tower beside the cathedral, once the minaret of the mosque. Inside, wide ramps rise instead of stairs, so the climb is gentle.
Go whenLate morning, once you have seen the cathedral below it.
Local tip The ramps are wide and gentle, with small windows on the way up. Stop at the top for the view over the white rooftops.
A huge curved wooden structure over a city square, which locals call the mushrooms. Walk the high path along the top for a view over the rooftops at sunset.
Go whenAbout an hour before sunset (about 7:30 PM), then stay as the lights come on.
Local tip Walk the whole path along the top, and let the sky do the rest. The square below has places to sit and a quiet corner for a drink.
If it rains. Everything today is outdoors, so swap this day with a drier one if you can.
Day 4. Granada
4 stops · 215.9 km
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
Drive from Metropol ParasolAbout 2 h 59 min by car213.8 km
Where Day 3 ended.
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MiddayWorth the time
Alhambra
A palace city on a hill, with carved plaster halls, tiled courtyards and long views over Granada. Entry is by timed ticket and slots can sell out, so book ahead and check ahead for the rules.
Go whenChoose your slot when you book, and arrive a little early.
Local tip Entry is by timed ticket and slots can sell out, so book ahead and check ahead for the rules. Wear comfortable shoes and plan a long, slow visit.
The old Moorish quarter on a hill across from the Alhambra, with steep cobbled lanes and white houses that hide small gardens behind their walls. Wear shoes for the stones.
Go whenMorning, when the lanes are quiet and cool.
Local tip Walk uphill slowly and stop to look through the open gates at the small gardens. Wear shoes that handle old cobbles.
A small square on the hillside with the classic view across the valley to the Alhambra and, on a clear day, the snowy mountains behind it. A good place to sit for a while.
Go whenLate afternoon, around sunset (about 7:30 PM).
Local tip It is popular at sunset, so come a little early to get a spot on the wall. A short walk away, the quieter viewpoints have the same view.
Dinner
Broad beans with ham
Habas con jamón is a Granada classic: tender broad beans cooked with cured ham, simple and rich. Good with a glass of local wine.
Local tip Share a plate, then follow with a small grilled dish.
If it rains. Everything today is outdoors, so swap this day with a drier one if you can.
Day 5. Córdoba and Granada
3 stops · 260.1 kmAbout 3 h 52 min driving
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
Drive from Mirador de San NicolásAbout 1 h 56 min by car130.0 km
Where Day 4 ended.
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EveningWorth the time
Roman Bridge
The long stone bridge over the Guadalquivir, with its origins in Roman times. Stroll across at the end of the day while the light turns the old town gold.
Go whenEvening, around sunset (about 7:30 PM).
Local tip Walk across on the bridge itself, then turn and look back at the old town with the river in front of it.
Salmorejo comes from Córdoba, and here it is thicker and creamier than anywhere else. Eat it cold with hard-boiled egg and ham on top.
Local tip Go to a small place in the lanes behind the Mezquita rather than the busy street beside it.
About 1 h 56 min by car129.8 km
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EveningWorth the time
Sacromonte
A hillside neighborhood above the river, with whitewashed cave homes and a long link to flamenco and gypsy culture. Walk up slowly and look out over the valley.
Go whenEvening, as the light softens.
Local tip Walk the lane up the hill and look back across the valley. The hill is steep, so go in your own time and sit when you wish.
End the trip at a table in the Albaicín, with plates of lamb, vegetables and warm bread, and the lights of the city below.
Local tip Book a table with a view if you can, and walk back slowly, since the lanes are steep.
If it rains. Everything today is outdoors, so swap this day with a drier one if you can.
Day 6. Córdoba
3 stops · 131.6 km
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
Drive from SacromonteAbout 1 h 57 min by car130.3 km
Where Day 5 ended.
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MorningWorth the time
Mezquita-Cathedral
A great mosque with a forest of red and white arches, and a cathedral built right inside it. Walk slowly among the columns, then step out into the courtyard of orange trees.
Go whenMorning, as early as you can manage.
Local tip Walk the forest of arches without hurry, then look for the point where the cathedral nave rises inside the old hall. Check ahead for how to book.
Flamenquín is a Córdoba roll of ham and pork, breaded and fried. Fried aubergine with a drizzle of cane honey is another local favorite, sweet and salty at once.
Local tip Order the aubergine for the table and share.
A grand old house built around a string of patios, each with its own mood, from a fountain to a small garden. This is the place to see Córdoba's courtyard tradition up close.
Go whenAfternoon, after lunch.
Local tip Go patio by patio and sit in at least one of them. Each is quite different, and the quiet is the point. Check ahead for how to visit.
Dinner
Oxtail stew
Rabo de toro is the slow-cooked oxtail stew that Córdoba is known for, rich, tender and served with fried potatoes. A warm, satisfying dinner.
Local tip Share one portion between two if you have been snacking all day.
If it rains. Mezquita-Cathedral and Palacio de Viana are covered, so keep them. Move Jewish Quarter to a dry day if you can.
Departure day
After the last day. Choose how you leave Granada the night before, and the morning stays unhurried.Details
Check-out
Many small hotels in Granada will mind your bags for a few hours after check-out. Ask when you book, since the lanes of the old quarter are steep and bags are heavy.
Leaving Granada
Granada has an airport west of the city, with a bus and taxis. Many travelers go on by train or bus to a larger city instead. Check ahead for the best route to your next stop.
If you have a few hours
Take a slow breakfast, then a last walk up through the Albaicín lanes for one more look back at the Alhambra.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Seville?
By average weather from 2021 to 2025, January to April and October to December are the most comfortable months for walking around Seville. This plan is built for late March, which is one of the best months. Crowds and prices change through the year, so check them before you book.
How many days does this plan cover?
It covers 6 days in Seville, planned for late March. Each day is built around a small number of stops, with room to rest.
Who is this plan for?
It was planned for most travelers. The pace and the places reflect that, so check it fits how you travel.
Is anything on this plan booked?
No. Places marked "book ahead" need a reservation. Hours, prices and availability change, so confirm before you go.
Can I plan my own days like this?
Yes. Archie drafts a day by day plan for your dates and takes your pace, the weather and who is travelling into account. You can start one from the Archie app.
Can I change this plan?
Yes. It is a starting point you can change to fit your own trip: swap a place, add a day or move the pace.
How much walking is there?
Each day has about 0.8 to 130.0 kilometers between its stops, and 137.2 kilometers in all across 6 days. A short hop is a walk and a longer one a ride. Distances are straight-line estimates, so allow extra for the streets.