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If you’re flying to Europe in the coming weeks and have been watching in dismay as flooding increases and temperatures plummet to new lows as quickly as possible Octoberyou may be wondering if you can still save your account idyllic European autumn trip.
In your place, we wouldn’t go to northern destinations like London, Paris or Amsterdam unless you don’t mind the sudden rush of cold air and gloomy skies. Instead we would go to this beautiful city in the south of Spain instead:
As hot as 80 degrees in the off seasonand with tapas and other cheap eats worth €5, Seville is the perfect sun-drenched cultural getaway this season.
Summer high temperatures until October
It is the capital of Andalusia, a region of Spain known for its scorching hot summers, when temperatures reach 100 degrees on most days, and a considerably warm autumn period, with very little rain, no dying leaves and sufficient daylight still to enjoy.
Andalusia may be on the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, but Seville itself is not on the coast, some 92 kilometers inland, but unlike up-and-coming Huelva and the bustling seaside resorts of Malaga and Marbella, this is not the place where you’re going to. beaches.
Seville does everything about the culture instead of:
Beautiful cultural sights to admire
It is one of Spain’s oldest and most historically important cities, and over its approximately 2,200 years of existence it has seen the transition of countless civilizations, from the Phoenicians to the Romans and Islamic Caliphates originating from North Africa.
It is host to Spain’s most famous public square Plaza de EspañaA semicircle along a small navigable canal spanned by graceful bridges and enclosed by a palatial complex that combines Moorish (pertaining to North Africa), Baroque and Renaissance elements.
Perched high above the pedestrian-friendly historic center, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del See is the largest of Seville’s many churches and the most lavishly decorated.
It originally existed as a mosque in the Arab years before acquiring its Gothic, Christian character.
La Giralda, the remaining minaret of the said mosque, now serves as the cathedral’s bell tower, and in addition to the nearby General Archives of the Indies and the Royal Alcazar, a citadel built by Muslim invaders in the 10th century, UNESCO protected architectural ensemble.
On the banks of the scenic Guadalquivir River you’ll find the medieval Torre del Oro and the historic Triana Bridge, connecting the city center with the colorful neighborhood of the same name across the water, full of affordable restaurants and casual tapas bars.
Seville is cheaper than Barcelona, Madrid
Speaking of affordability: Seville is one of the most budget-friendly choices in Spain this season, with lower than average prices for accommodation, transport and even food, compared to other popular tourist hotspots such as Barcelona or Madrid.
Salmorejoa creamy, olive oil-heavy tomato soup will cost you from $6 as an appetizer, empanadas at local bars can be as cheap as $5, and a full meal, albeit carrillada de cerdo or the Moroccan-inspired, chickpea-based Andalusian couscous will cost you around $16 at most restaurants.
One of our favorites is La Parralain the heart of Triana: great value for money if you want to taste traditional Andaluz cuisine, although we wouldn’t turn down Mediterranean-style dinners Victoria 8either, with mains starting at an affordable $13.40.
According to Budget your trip estimatesRoom rates in Seville average $127 per night, while Barcelona costs $212, and tourists typically spend $20 on daily transportation.
We’re not sure how, given the overall walkability and the three-day, $11.10 travel card granting unlimited access to all bus and tram lines within the city limits, but then again we don’t normally take Ubers to commute in Europe.
Unique fun things to do in Seville
Looking for some unique, quirky things to do while in Seville?
For example, did you know that the Latin hit from the 1990s was a hit? Macarena was, well, named after a Sevillian neighborhood? The pop and dance duo Los del Río is originally from Seville and Macarena countless cozy, hidden bars and art galleries are sure to entertain the bohemian partier in you.
Alternatively, if you are a history buff, you can check out the Roman ruins that lie at the feet of the iconic building Setas de Seville––you know, the funny-looking, mushroom-shaped metal structure that Instagrammers climb for aesthetically pleasing photos?
At the very bottom you can visit the remains of the Roman colony that preceded the modern city, with visible mosaics and partially preserved houses dating back to the first century AD. Let’s rephrase that: they are over 2000 years old!
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