Jewish Quarter Guided Tour in Seville
Seville, Spain
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Trip Type: Walking Tours
Duration: 2 hours
Discover one of the oldest quarters (Santa Cruz - Old Jewish Quarter) of Seville in this guided walking tour and learn more about the History of Seville before 1492. Enjoy the beautiful architecture that was created 1,000 years ago as you stroll by the old town's narrow streets with the help of your local guide in this 2-hour walking tour.
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Discover one of the oldest quarters (Santa Cruz - Old Jewish Quarter) of Seville in this guided walking tour and learn more about the History of Seville before 1492. Enjoy the beautiful architecture that was created 1,000 years ago as you stroll by the old town's narrow streets with the help of your local guide in this 2-hour walking tour.
Enjoy a beautiful 2-hour walk through the legendary streets of the Old Jewish Quarter in Seville and learn all the history behind its walls and monuments from the the Middle Ages up to today.
These are the locations you are going to visit during your tour.
Alcazar (only from the outside): The Royal Palace
One of the oldest Roman fortresses in the peninsula that got converted into a Muslim palace. One of the oldest palaces in the world that is still in use and has been protected by the UNESCO since 1987.
Old Jewish Quarter (Santa Cruz area)
This area is one of the most popular areas in Seville, known for its little alleys and narrow streets, fountains, orange trees, unique smell along its streets and beautiful houses along the streets.
Statue of Don Juan
Don Juan is the most famous character the Opera ever created. Visit the statue of Don Juan in a beautiful square surrounded by gardens, a perfectly located place to have a quick break in the middle of the tour.
Roman Columns
Calle Marmoles (Marbles' street) has three incredible huge Roman columns, formerly part of a Temple built to Apollo.
Statue of Peter I
Peter I of Castille, also called Peter the Cruel and The Just was the most popular and interesting character of the Middle Ages in Seville. Your guide will tell you all facts and figures as to why the statue is there, why the street is called Cabeza del Rey and more legends behind this historical ruler.
Alfalfa Square and Area
It is the geometrical centre of the city. In the Roman times there were baths, temples and a huge market surrounded with public buildings. During the Moorish period this place received the name of the Alcaicer space where trade was authorized.
El Salvador Church and Square
The second largest church after the Cathedral, which was built on the top of a Muslim Mosque. From the courtyard you will also get to witness the remnants of the old Roman temple, originally a Christian church created by the Visigoths, on the top of which the Mosque was built.
Plaza S. Francisco and City Hall
This square was the place where all heretics were brought and burned during the Inquisition period. This square is also famous because it held various bullfights and reeds. Nowadays it is the place where all main Easter processions pass by.
Plaza Nueva and Fernando III Statue
Ferdinand III conquered this city and fought away the Muslims who had been ruling the city for five hundred years. This square is dedicated to him.
These are the locations you are going to visit during your tour.
Alcazar (only from the outside): The Royal Palace
One of the oldest Roman fortresses in the peninsula that got converted into a Muslim palace. One of the oldest palaces in the world that is still in use and has been protected by the UNESCO since 1987.
Old Jewish Quarter (Santa Cruz area)
This area is one of the most popular areas in Seville, known for its little alleys and narrow streets, fountains, orange trees, unique smell along its streets and beautiful houses along the streets.
Statue of Don Juan
Don Juan is the most famous character the Opera ever created. Visit the statue of Don Juan in a beautiful square surrounded by gardens, a perfectly located place to have a quick break in the middle of the tour.
Roman Columns
Calle Marmoles (Marbles' street) has three incredible huge Roman columns, formerly part of a Temple built to Apollo.
Statue of Peter I
Peter I of Castille, also called Peter the Cruel and The Just was the most popular and interesting character of the Middle Ages in Seville. Your guide will tell you all facts and figures as to why the statue is there, why the street is called Cabeza del Rey and more legends behind this historical ruler.
Alfalfa Square and Area
It is the geometrical centre of the city. In the Roman times there were baths, temples and a huge market surrounded with public buildings. During the Moorish period this place received the name of the Alcaicer space where trade was authorized.
El Salvador Church and Square
The second largest church after the Cathedral, which was built on the top of a Muslim Mosque. From the courtyard you will also get to witness the remnants of the old Roman temple, originally a Christian church created by the Visigoths, on the top of which the Mosque was built.
Plaza S. Francisco and City Hall
This square was the place where all heretics were brought and burned during the Inquisition period. This square is also famous because it held various bullfights and reeds. Nowadays it is the place where all main Easter processions pass by.
Plaza Nueva and Fernando III Statue
Ferdinand III conquered this city and fought away the Muslims who had been ruling the city for five hundred years. This square is dedicated to him.
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