LOCATION
Seville is located in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, in the heart of the Autonomous Region of Andalusia. As capital of Andalusia, it is the fourth largest city in Spain with a population of 704.114 inhabitants within the metropolitan area. The total population of some 105 towns within the province reaches 1.758.720 inhabitants who are spread out over an area of 14.042 square kilometres. Seville is considered without doubt, the artistic, cultural, financial, economic and social centre of southern Spain. Situated just 6 meters above sea level on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, the urban centre extends towards the towns of the Aljarafe area, Las Marismas (salt marshes), the Doñana National Park and the Sierra Norte and Sierra Sur mountains.
CLIMATE
Seville has a Mediterranean climate, with average temperatures of 26º C in the summer and 12º C in the winter, experiencing mild winds during spring and summer. Winters are also mild. It rains only slightly during the autumn (average annual rainfall: 534 mm). Highest temperatures are experienced during the summer. With close to 3.000 hours of sunlight annually, Seville's climate can be considered almost as perfect in all seasons.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dic | |
| Average temperature (ºC) | 10.6 | 12.2 | 14.7 | 16.4 | 19.7 | 23.9 | 27.4 | 27.2 | 24.5 | 19.6 | 14.8 | 11.8 |
| Average rainfall (mm) | 65 | 54 | 38 | 57 | 34 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 23 | 62 | 84 | 95 |
| Number of hours of sunlight | 179 | 183 | 224 | 234 | 287 | 312 | 351 | 328 | 250 | 218 | 186 | 154 |
THE CITY
The civil architecture of Seville is of great beauty and variety. Our city has played an important role in history. Passed through it different peoples and cultures and many chose as the capital of the kingdom. Following the discovery of America its port became the largest in Europe and the numerous treasures came from the New Continent.
Due to its important role throughout history, buildings were constructed as relevant as the Torre del Oro, Alcazar, Town Hall, Archive of the Indies, Palacio de San Telmo, Tobacco Factory...
Seville is a city that boasts a large number of churches, each of which is beautiful outside but save the real reassure for inside where you will find that the walls true works of art.
The majority of these temples are immensely preserved, although transformed by different restorations in different times, still preserving the religious function for which they were created. Many churches were built between the 16th and 18th centuries; they were fundamentally Renaissance and Baroque. In the 17th century Seville could not save itself from the serious economic crisis that, at tee time, all of Europe in general was affected by, particularly Spain. Seville was a city especially rich in hospitals and foundations that were dedicated to charity and needy persons. Seville is a city that, apart from posessing a large number of chapels and hermitages, is older than any other Spanish city. We specially mention two basilicas that we have in the city: Macarena Basilica and Gran Poder Basilica, the two “Hermandades” for which the people of Seville have a great devotion.
Business hours
Meal schedules tend to be a bit later than the rest of Europe: breakfast is taken between 7:30 and 10:00 am. Lunch at restaurants is served from 2:00 to 3:30 pm and dinner starts around 9:00 pm until 11:00 pm.
Business hours in the morning are from 10:00 am until 1:30 pm and in the afternoon from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm. During the summer months, shops and businesses open a bit later in the afternoon, at around 5:30 or 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Department stores operate from 10:00 am until 9:00 pm without a break.
Postal service
The Central Post Office schedule is from 8:30 am until 8:30 pm, from Monday to Friday.
Electrical adaptors
The current in Spain is 220 – 240 Voltage AC and a frequency of 50Hz and the plugs are with two round pins. Transformers and adapters can be purchased at any electrical or hardware store (ferreterías).
Credit Cards
Most hotels, restaurants and shops in Seville accept all major credit cards, such as: American Express, VISA, Mastercard, 4B, Access and Diners Club.
Banking hours
Most banks are open Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am till 2:00 or 2:30 pm. Only a few branches are open Saturday mornings. ATM machines are located throughout the city offering 24 hour service, most of which provide international service (Servired, 4B, etc).
Currency
The currency in Spain is the Euro (€, EUR), which is used in almost all countries within the European Union. No other currencies are commonly accepted, so you will have to change your dollars, pounds, yens, etc. to Euros.
Drinking water
The tap water in Spain is of excellent quality and can be used without concern.
Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required prior to visiting Seville.
Due to its important role throughout history, buildings were constructed as relevant as the Torre del Oro, Alcazar, Town Hall, Archive of the Indies, Palacio de San Telmo, Tobacco Factory...
Seville is a city that boasts a large number of churches, each of which is beautiful outside but save the real reassure for inside where you will find that the walls true works of art.
The majority of these temples are immensely preserved, although transformed by different restorations in different times, still preserving the religious function for which they were created. Many churches were built between the 16th and 18th centuries; they were fundamentally Renaissance and Baroque. In the 17th century Seville could not save itself from the serious economic crisis that, at tee time, all of Europe in general was affected by, particularly Spain. Seville was a city especially rich in hospitals and foundations that were dedicated to charity and needy persons. Seville is a city that, apart from posessing a large number of chapels and hermitages, is older than any other Spanish city. We specially mention two basilicas that we have in the city: Macarena Basilica and Gran Poder Basilica, the two “Hermandades” for which the people of Seville have a great devotion.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Business hours
Meal schedules tend to be a bit later than the rest of Europe: breakfast is taken between 7:30 and 10:00 am. Lunch at restaurants is served from 2:00 to 3:30 pm and dinner starts around 9:00 pm until 11:00 pm.
Business hours in the morning are from 10:00 am until 1:30 pm and in the afternoon from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm. During the summer months, shops and businesses open a bit later in the afternoon, at around 5:30 or 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Department stores operate from 10:00 am until 9:00 pm without a break.
Postal service
The Central Post Office schedule is from 8:30 am until 8:30 pm, from Monday to Friday.
- Central Office
Avenida de la Constitución, 32
Telephone: +34 954 224 760
Stamps can be purchased in any government licensed tobacconist kiosk (estanco).
Electrical adaptors
The current in Spain is 220 – 240 Voltage AC and a frequency of 50Hz and the plugs are with two round pins. Transformers and adapters can be purchased at any electrical or hardware store (ferreterías).
Credit Cards
Most hotels, restaurants and shops in Seville accept all major credit cards, such as: American Express, VISA, Mastercard, 4B, Access and Diners Club.
Banking hours
Most banks are open Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am till 2:00 or 2:30 pm. Only a few branches are open Saturday mornings. ATM machines are located throughout the city offering 24 hour service, most of which provide international service (Servired, 4B, etc).
Currency
The currency in Spain is the Euro (€, EUR), which is used in almost all countries within the European Union. No other currencies are commonly accepted, so you will have to change your dollars, pounds, yens, etc. to Euros.
Drinking water
The tap water in Spain is of excellent quality and can be used without concern.
Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required prior to visiting Seville.