Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tickets and Tours

Seville Cathedral is the second largest cathedral in the world, surpassed only by St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. It is also the largest Gothic structure and one of the most recognisable churches in Europe. A must-see if you're visiting Seville, it should definitely be complemented with a visit to the Alcázar, a monument declared a World Heritage Site in 1987, which dates back to the early Middle Ages.

The Giralda is Seville's tower, and from the top you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire city. This site, made up of three monuments, is impressive and leaves no one indifferent. Don't miss it! Here are the best options for visiting this monumental complex:

An unforgettable plan

Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tickets

Discover the Cathedral and the Giralda at your own pace

Get your tickets to Seville Cathedral and skip the queues to avoid wasting time in the crowds that visit this monument every day. Climb to the top of the Giralda and enjoy spectacular views of the city from there.

From S$27 at Hellotickets

With these tickets to the Cathedral and the Giralda in Seville, you will discover the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the iconic tower that stands guard over it. An ideal option to guarantee direct access without queues to one of the most visited monuments in the world, so you don't waste any time that you could be spending on your visit. You can also climb inside the Giralda to the top to enjoy the panoramic view offered by Seville's historic tower.

Why choose this option: Ideal for avoiding the long queues that characterise this monument and taking a trip back in time.

Recommended if... You are visiting Seville for a short time and want to see two of the city's must-see monuments: the Cathedral and the iconic Giralda tower.

The most comprehensive option

Seville Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda guided tour

The Cathedral, the Alcázar and the Giralda. The best of Seville on a guided tour.

This is the perfect option if you want to see the best of Seville with an expert guide at a very reasonable price, as it includes admission to all three monuments.

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

From S$78 at Hellotickets

Seville has many places of interest to see and it is sometimes difficult to devote the same amount of time and attention to all of them. If during your trip to Seville you have to choose one visit over another, my advice is to take this guided tour of Seville Cathedral and the Alcázar.

This tour not only covers the city's two most important monuments, but also provides a perfect overview of the history and culture of Seville. The price of this combined tour, with tickets to both monuments included, is S$78 and the total duration is about 3.5 hours, ending at the Alcázar. A tip: soak up the explanations and ask your guide everything you want to know about the history of the city.

Why choose this option: This is undoubtedly the option that will allow you to discover the essentials of Seville and avoid the inconvenience of having to buy tickets separately or queue to access the monuments.

Recommended if... You are looking for the most complete option to discover the history and the best of the city in a short time on a tight budget.

Tickets to the Cathedral and the Giralda cost around S$27, while visiting the Alcázar on your own costs around £20. In both cases, you are guaranteed skip-the-line access.

The most comprehensive option for visiting Seville Cathedral with the Giralda and the Alcázar can be found at Hellotickets for around 78 and also includes tickets.

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The complete guided tour of all of Seville's monuments lasts 3.5 hours, giving you enough time to explore the interior of the Cathedral with your guide, climb the Giralda and visit the most important parts of the Alcázar. What's more, when the tour ends, you'll have the chance to stay and wander around at your leisure and explore a little more.

If you want to visit the cathedral at your own pace and climb up to the roofs and the Giralda on your own, book at least a couple of hours so you can see the place without rushing and enjoy the views.

The monumental complex of the Cathedral, the Giralda and the Alcázar is located in the heart of Seville's historic centre, so it is easy to reach from anywhere in the city. If you are travelling by metro or bus, get off at the Puerta de Jerez stop and walk from there (you will find signs to guide you and you can easily find your way by following the Giralda Tower, which can be seen from all over Seville).

There is also a tram, called Metrocentro, which stops right at the door of the Cathedral. You can see the location on Google Maps to check the best route from your accommodation.

• Best day to visit: When visiting any place in Seville, it is best to avoid the hottest hours of the day (which can be difficult in summer). Public holidays and weekends are also usually busier.
• Where to eat in the centre of Seville: Avoid eating around the cathedral. The places you will find will be expensive and of poor quality. Head towards Plaza Nueva or wander through the Santa Cruz neighbourhood if you want more authentic restaurants.
• Take this guided tour with children: The monumental complex of Seville Cathedral, the Alcázar and La Giralda are of enormous historical and cultural value, even for the youngest visitors. In fact, you'll find brochures aimed at them and educational material to help them enjoy the visit. However, it is not recommended to visit the Cathedral or climb the Giralda with children under 6 years old due to the noise they may cause and the difficulty of climbing the tower.
• Behaviour: In the Cathedral in particular, don't forget that you are visiting a place of worship, so you must behave accordingly. Photography with a tripod is not permitted without prior authorisation. It is also recommended that you dress appropriately and speak in a low voice out of respect.

If none of the private tour options suit you, either because of the price or the conditions, you can also visit the monuments independently. To get the most out of a visit on your own, here are some tips.

The Giralda

Another must-see is the Giralda. If you want to buy tickets for the Giralda, you can do so at the ticket office on the day of your visit, at the door of the Cathedral. They cost €10 for the general public (there are reduced rates for students and pensioners), but I recommend buying them in advance as the queues at the ticket office to visit this monument are quite long and will take time away from visiting other places in the city. In addition, for €18 you get admission to the Cathedral included.

Seville Cathedral

You can also buy tickets for Seville Cathedral at the ticket office: it is open on Mondays from 11 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 2.30 p.m. to 6 p.m. In July and August, the opening hours are brought forward by half an hour.

The main problem with buying tickets at the ticket office is the queues and availability. Alternatively, you can buy them online: they include the climb up the Giralda and can be purchased well in advance so you don't miss out. You'll also avoid waiting in the sun to get to the ticket office and you'll go straight in at the time and on the day you choose for your visit.

The general admission price is £10 (half price for pensioners and students under 25). However, if you want to access the roofs or the masterpieces, the ticket price rises to £16 and you will have to do so in organised groups and not on your own.

Alcázar of Seville

Another must-see is the Real Alcázar in Seville. You can get tickets for the Alcázar online, but for the best value for money, we recommend a combined guided tour that also takes you to the Cathedral and La Giralda, such as this one available on Hellotickets for S$78

I can tell you in advance that the visit is well worth it, just like the Cathedral. Inside, you will see palaces that will leave you speechless and gardens that will evoke the wonders of the Alhambra. Don't miss this visit on your trip to Seville, no matter what you have to sacrifice in return.

However, if you want to know more about what you're going to see in the Alcázar of Seville and why it's important, you can check out this article on Alcázar of Seville Tickets and Tours

Here is some useful information for your visit to the Cathedral and the Giralda

Free admission

Like most historical monuments and museums, the Cathedral and Giralda in Seville have a free admission day:

• The Cathedral: On Mondays, admission to Seville Cathedral is free. In addition, unemployed people, disabled visitors and children under 14 are admitted free every day (although this does not mean that they do not have to queue at the ticket office or book their tickets online).
• The Giralda: Free admission is available on Mondays from 4pm and on Sundays until 2pm.

Avoid the hottest times of day

I recommend choosing the first hour of the day and, if possible, avoiding weekends; this will help you avoid the heat and crowds. Regarding the Cathedral, I recommend checking the mass times, which are usually posted on the side door.

Use a map

Before your visit, especially to the Cathedral of Seville due to its size, I recommend getting a map so that you don't miss any corners.

Seville Cathedral

Explaining the entire history and importance of Seville Cathedral in just a few lines would be mission impossible. Every corner has a rich meaning behind it that is worth stopping to consider.

The best way to get the most out of everything you see in Seville Cathedral is with a guided tour or a good art guidebook. As this article is not intended to replace either of these two alternatives, I will simply point out what I think you should not miss to make your visit complete:

• The tour of the roofs: For me, this is a must. You will need to book a time slot to go up, but it is well worth it for the view you will have from there of the architectural details and the Giralda itself.
• The exterior: Exactly; it seems a bit obvious, but don't let your visit inside prevent you from turning the cathedral around to look at its architecture and view it from different angles.
• The orange tree courtyard: This can only be accessed from inside the cathedral through the Puerta del Lagarto, although curious visitors peek in from outside to catch a glimpse of the beauty of this small garden.
• The central nave: Rectangular in shape, its ceilings will catch your eye. Be sure to look at the stained glass windows and works of art that surround it.
• The tomb of Christopher Columbus: This is a particularly interesting stop if you take a guided tour of the cathedral, as your guide will tell you the different versions of the story of the navigator's birth and burial place.
• The Main Altarpiece: This work of art is considered the largest altarpiece in Christendom and depicts various religious scenes.
• Royal Chapel: It houses the remains of Alfonso X the Wise and his mother, and Pedro I of Castile and his wife are buried in its crypt.

Giralda

With a height of 60 metres, equivalent to a 25-storey building, the Giralda has 34 ramps and 17 steps that will take you to the top, where you will have spectacular views of the city. Don't miss a single detail of this impressive panorama. Make sure you are in good physical condition before starting the climb. Please note that the climb is not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo, dizziness or poor physical condition, but if this is not the case, I recommend that you go ahead.