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Located in southern Spain, Seville has earned international recognition for its great cultural and artistic heritage. In addition to being the birthplace of flamenco and all the folk and popular traditions that have crossed borders, the city is also full of historical attractions and new trends.
What's more, if you're visiting with children, there are lots of things for them to enjoy: theme parks, interactive museums, bike rides and ancient cities. Come with me and I'll show you 11 plans that your little ones will love.
1. Marvel with your family at the spectacular Alcázar of Seville
When travelling with children, one of the main dilemmas is how to keep them entertained while the adults visit Seville's main monuments and museums. However, in the capital of Andalusia, many of the tourist attractions are so steeped in history and so impressive that even the youngest members of the family will be left speechless. A good example of this is the Alcázar of Seville.
This enormous and dazzling complex of palaces features architectural examples from various periods, dating back to Al-Andalus. For adults, it can be a cultural experience to see this place up close, but for children, it is also the perfect setting to let their imagination run wild.
The large galleries, columned corridors and gardens will transport them to a fantasy world. What's more, for the more curious visitors, the Alcázar itself offers free audio guides adapted for children, so they can learn about the place in an educational and entertaining way. There are many options for visiting the Alcázar. Here are some of the options available:
- Entrance to the Alcázar of Seville, from S$31
- Guided tour of the Alcázar in Seville, from S$61
- Guided tour of the Alcázar, the Cathedral and the Giralda in Seville, from S$79
- Guided tour of the Alcázar and the Cathedral of Seville, from S$86
- Guided tour of the Alcázar in Seville in small groups, from S$65
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- Price: general admission is around £22, but children under 13 pay a symbolic price of £1.
- Location: the Alcázar is located in the Patio de Banderas, right next to the Cathedral.
- Opening hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2. Spend a fun day at Isla Mágica
The Giralda and the Alcázar are great, but who wouldn't want to spend a day full of fun and adrenaline? If you're coming to Seville with children, you can't miss a day at Isla Mágica, the largest theme park in Andalusia.
With all kinds of attractions, roller coasters and water rides, this place is ideal for a fun day out with the family. In addition to the attractions, when you book your tickets for Isla Mágica, you will have access to different themed areas, with the pirate show as the highlight.
Children can witness pirate attacks on the fort, eat in themed restaurants and take part in various games and attractions designed especially for them. If you want to see them smiling all day long, you have to spend the day at this very special park.
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- Price: general admission is around £25, but children's tickets are approximately £15.
- Location: Isla Mágica is located in the Pabellón de España, near Isla de la Cartuja.
- Opening hours: the park is open from April to November, as most of its attractions are water-based, and is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. with morning and afternoon sessions.
Discover the depths of the sea at the Aquarium
3. Discover the depths of the sea at the Aquarium
If you are travelling to Seville with young children who love animals, I can't think of a better plan for the holidays than a visit to the Seville Aquarium.
Located very close to Plaza España, this place has up to 36 freshwater and saltwater tanks and a wide selection of flora and fauna from all over the world. It's a perfect opportunity for children to learn a little more about the ocean and become more environmentally conscious.
The facilities are also great if you're visiting Seville in summer, as you can escape the heat for a few hours. The aquarium has up to 7,000 marine animals and offers different themed tours designed for children, such as the route taken by Magellan on his voyage across the seven seas. Don't miss it!
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- Price: general admission is around £18, but children can enter for £13 and under-4s go free. You can also find discounts for large families, visitor days and family packs.
- Location: the Aquarium is located at the Muelle de las Delicias.
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm or 8 pm, depending on the season.
4. Travel back to ancient Rome in the city of Italica
If you want your children to enjoy a different experience and be transported back in time, I can't think of a better plan than visiting the ancient Roman city of Italica. An original architectural example of what Hispania was like centuries ago. The ruins are only 10 kilometres from the city centre of Seville and Itálica is easily accessible by car or bus.
But don't think that you're just going to visit a bunch of ruins. The entrance fee includes a guided tour that will take you to the main sites and explain everything in detail. What's more, to make it even more amazing for the little ones, there are several daily performances in which the site is brought to life with actors dressed as Romans recreating what life was like there.
Seville has many beautiful villages, but this will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience for children, who will be able to become protagonists of the Roman Empire for a day.
Useful information
- Price: general admission is €20 and €15 for children. However, you can opt for a ticket with transport for €42 and €21 respectively.
- Location: the ruins are located at Av. Extremadura, 2, in the village of Santiponce.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 6 p.m., depending on the season. Closed on Mondays.
5. Take a boat trip or go paddle surfing on the Guadalquivir River
Seville may be full of narrow streets and dreamy neighbourhoods, but it's no secret that what young children enjoy most when they're on holiday is getting out of their routine and doing something different. For those occasions, I have the perfect plan for you: a boat trip on the Guadalquivir River.
Don't forget that this beautiful city is surrounded by the famous Guadalquivir River, and sailing on one of the many boat trips on offer is one of the most enjoyable experiences for children.
On the banks of the river, you can find different tours and boat trips where you can have a great time with your family. These trips usually last an hour and a half, and while you can see the main tourist attractions such as the Giralda from the boat, the little ones will enjoy the experience of sailing along this iconic river.
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- Price: prices are around £20.
- Location: most tours depart from the docks near Puerta de Jerez and Plaza España.
- Timetable: they usually last 1.5 hours.
6. Explore the city with the little ones on bikes
There are many ways to get around Seville and visit all its sights. If you are only here for a few days, it is advisable to make the most of your time and take the metro, and if you have more time, you can explore on foot. However, when travelling with children, distances can be longer than desired, which is why one of the most enjoyable alternatives is to take a bike tour of Seville.
You can either hire bikes for the whole day or book one of the many bike tours around the city.
It's a different way to discover Seville, a city that is very well suited to this mode of transport, where you can discover its main attractions while having fun and looking after the environment. The kids will be exhausted at the end of the day and will have enjoyed the visit more than anyone else.
Useful information
- Price: guided bike tours usually cost around €29 and bike hire around €10.
- Location: depending on the activity you choose, but there are usually many options in the city centre.
- Timetable: tours usually last around 3 hours.
7. Take them to the Museum of Illusions
A place that children will love on your trip to Seville is the Museum of Illusions. Here they can enjoy an experience for all the senses thanks to the thousands of optical illusions, hologram games and 3D puzzles that they will find in the different rooms.
Both adults and children will be amazed by this museum that confuses your senses, with its vortex tunnel and mirages that will make you believe you are somewhere else. Spend a fun and surprising afternoon in this unique place in Seville.
Useful information
- Price: general admission is around £16.
- Location: located at Calle San Eloy, 28, right in the city centre.
- Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, from 10 am to 10 pm, and Sundays and public holidays from 10 am to 9 pm.
8. Enjoy the outdoors in Seville's parks
Seville is full of green spaces where you can spend some quality time with your family. If you're travelling with children, you should visit María Luisa Park, a green space next to Plaza España with fountains, paths and sculptures.
It is considered one of the most beautiful and popular urban parks in Seville and, as well as being a breath of fresh air in the middle of the city centre, it has different children's areas with slides and swings for the little ones to have fun.
However, if you want to spend a little more time and go with the whole family to spend a day in the open air and prepare a picnic, I recommend you go to Alamillo Park, a large green area in the north of the city that you can reach by bus and which offers large open spaces, trails, bike and skate rentals, and train rides. A wonderful place to enjoy with your family away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
Useful information
- Price: admission is free.
- Location: opposite the Polígono Norte industrial estate, on the A-8083 road, less than 4 kilometres north of the city centre.
- Opening hours: open every day of the year from 7 am to 10 pm.
9. Interact with your family at the CaixaForum
If there is one cultural organisation in Spain that is tailored to the tastes of children and families, it is undoubtedly CaixaForum, and you are in luck because Seville is home to one of its cultural centres, making it a great place to spend the morning during your visit to the city.
The exhibitions and workshops change every season, but there are always activities suitable for all ages and rooms where you can interact and learn.
Whether it's science, astronomy, nature or culture, at CaixaForum you can be sure of an entertaining morning where the children will be entertained and have a great time. What's more, the building is located at the foot of the Guadalquivir River, so when you leave you can take advantage of the opportunity to take a stroll and have a drink near the river.
Useful information
- Price: general admission is around £5.
- Location: the museum is located in C.C. Torre Sevilla.
- Opening hours: open every day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
10. Discover adventures on the high seas at the Navigation Pavilion
There's nothing a child enjoys more than a good adventure, and Seville is an expert in this field, as the large Navigation Pavilion is located near the Guadalquivir River, where all the remains of the great voyages made by ship during the Spanish Empire are on display.
This space, designed for the 1992 Expo, even has samples of the ships with which Columbus arrived in America centuries ago.
Children can see with their own eyes the models and original remains of those legendary ships, as well as whale skeletons and all kinds of navigation tools. You can also see Seville from above with your family, as this pavilion has a viewing tower with spectacular views.
Useful information
- Price: general admission is around £5. Children pay a reduced price of approximately £4 and children under 5 go free.
- Location: the Pavilion is located at Camino de los Descubrimientos, 2.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It closes at 3 p.m. on Sundays and is closed on Mondays.
11. Discover the Casa de la Ciencia, a museum for all ages
As you can see, Seville has a lot to see and do, but if you want to get off the beaten track of museums and monuments and enjoy a unique and entertaining place for children, you have to discover the Casa de la Ciencia, a space located a few steps from Plaza España that offers all kinds of activities, workshops and exhibitions related to the world of science.
Children can learn more about the adventures of the high seas during the discovery of America, visit the entire planetarium area and take part in geology or archaeology workshops.
The Casa de la Ciencia is an important centre for scientific dissemination that has successfully adapted to a younger audience and is one of the favourite places for children visiting Seville with their parents.
Useful information
- Price: combined admission with the planetarium costs around £5, although children under 3 go free.
- Location: the museum is located on Avenida Maria Luisa, just opposite Plaza España.
- Opening hours: open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm and closed on Mondays.
Seville is a city for all ages. If you come to discover this charismatic place with your family, you are sure to find activities that everyone will enjoy, learn new things and make unforgettable memories. Don't miss out!