Soak up the atmosphere on the banks of the beautiful river Guadalquivir, meet the Torre del Oro and admire the views from the ancient cathedral tower and recently opened Parasol Metropol. Do as the Sevillanos do and adhere to meal times. This means a late breakfast, no earlier than 1pm for lunch, and the later the better for dinner. Seville means culture, but also relax. So please, don’t stress, locals think it’s part of the charm!
SEVILLE BY NIGHT – Stocked full of the country’s best nightclubs and tapas bars, Seville grooves with nostalgia and energy by night. Nightlife in Seville ranges from fantastic flamenco and quintessential tapas bars to modern hip hop clubs. Seville is an important flamenco centre and it would be a shame to leave the city without catching a show. The best are impromptu performances in traditional bars in Santa Cruz area.
A string of tapas bars are tucked within the district’s narrow alleys, especially along Calle Mateos Gago. Hop across to the other side of the river to find the trendiest clubs and bars lined along Calle Betis and Plaza Alfalfa, where most of the action continues until the early hours. Seville has a wide range of proposals of what to do for fun. Seville by night is amazing. During the summer most people head to the river and the terrazas where it’s cooler during the night. In winter the bars in the center and other spots offer the best places to keep warm and follow the fiestas. Those still wishing to continue often hit a discotheque to dance or people watch until 6 or 7am.
But wait! There are more options than just those above. Flamenco bars range from the more expensive tablao offering professional performances to a spontaneous neighborhood show in a local Triana bar. If you’re looking for a relaxing evening, tea salons take you to Morocco and other exotic places with their decoration while offering teas, juices and pastries. There’s also a lively gay and lesbian scene in Sevilla.
Seville is also called the Opera City and is like a big theatre. All elements of this grand city, including the Opera, were considered by prestigious authors such as Verdi, Donizetti, Bizet and Mozart, as an inspiration object in their greater plays. This makes it an exquisite cultural centre. Whatever is your taste, Seville will offer you plenty of high-quality nightlife which, along with the fascinating places you’ll want to visit during the day, will make your stay here one incredible experience. When in Seville whatever you choose to do, the city has it for you!
