Seville in numbers

A city warmed by the sun, enriched by history

Seville is home to over 680,000 people, its vibrant streets dancing to the rhythm of Flamenco. Here is the capital of Andalusia told through its landmarks, tapas, and the golden warmth that made it famous.

Sun
300

Days of sunshine a year

A brilliant sky illuminating the city's historic core all year round.

Trees
40 000+

Bitter orange trees

Producing over 5 million kilos of oranges, perfuming the streets in spring.

Tapas
3 000+

Tapas bars

An unbelievable culinary scene scattered throughout local neighborhoods.

History
2 200

Years of history

From Roman Hispalis to the cultural capital of Al-Andalus and beyond.

Palaces in Andalusia

Iconic

Seville's Real Alcázar is a true gem, alongside the world-famous Alhambra in Granada.

  • Alhambra, Granada≈ 2.7M visitors
  • Real Alcázar, Seville≈ 2M visitors
  • Alcazaba, Málaga≈ 600K visitors

Sources: regional tourism figures. Both top monuments are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

From Roman Hispalis to the World Expo

Over two millennia of history that shaped the capital of Andalusia.

  1. 712Al-Andalus

    The Umayyad conquest

    The city is taken by the Moors, blossoming into an important cultural center under Muslim rule for centuries.

  2. 1503Torre del Oro

    Gateway to the Americas

    The Casa de Contratación is established in Seville, giving it a monopoly on trade with the New World and bringing immense wealth.

  3. 1929Plaza de España

    The Ibero-American Expo

    The exhibition reshapes the city's south, leaving behind beautiful pavilions and the stunning Plaza de España.