Your visit to the Alcázar of Seville

Experience the awe-inspiring heritage of the Alcázar of Seville, a symbol of Spain’s rich history and architectural splendour. Skip the long lines and join your guided group at one of Europe’s oldest royal palaces—still in use by the Spanish royal family today. With an expert guide leading the way in your preferred language, you’ll explore centuries of artistry, culture and the stories that fill these iconic halls.

Start of your tour

Arrive at the designated meeting spot near the Alcázar entrance, where your guide will validate your ticket. Skip-the-line privileges take you directly into the palace, so you can spend more time discovering and less time waiting. A brief security check gets you inside swiftly and seamlessly.

Architectural journey

The Alcázar’s architecture is a harmonious fusion of Mudéjar, Gothic and Renaissance styles. Walk through ornate archways into courtyards lined with vibrantly patterned tiles. Encounter exquisite craftsmanship in every corner, from intricate stucco detailing to the elegant horseshoe arches that mark the palace’s interior. These spaces have set the scene for films and television, with several instantly recognisable as locations from Game of Thrones.

• Step into the Patio de las Doncellas, its reflecting pool and delicate colonnades epitomizing Mudéjar beauty

• Experience the grandeur of the Hall of Ambassadors, famous for its gold dome ceiling and elaborate carved stucco

• Discover the Patio de las Muñecas with its colourful tiles and its atmosphere of palace intrigue

Treasures and tales

As you discover royal apartments and grand reception rooms, your guide shares stories that bring the past to life. Admire famous artworks like The Virgin of the Navigators, learn how the Alcázar was shaped by successive dynasties and hear about Seville's key role in Spanish history. Historical artefacts and masterful paintings offer insights into Spain’s maritime heritage.

The palace gardens

Conclude your tour in the palace’s celebrated gardens, stretching over seven hectares. Wander through lush greenery, tranquil stone walkways and ornamental pools. With more than 170 plant species and the occasional sighting of wandering peacocks, these gardens are a haven in the city and as magnificent as the palace itself. Depending on the weather, enjoy peaceful moments and stunning photo opportunities among palm-lined paths and secluded groves.

Flexible and inclusive

Tours are available in English, Spanish, French, Italian and German, so you can explore in the language that’s most comfortable for you. The Alcázar is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers—a welcoming touch for all visitors.

Why book Alcázar of Seville skip-the-line guided tour tickets?

• Save valuable time with priority access and an efficient group entry process

• Gain deeper historical context and hidden facts from an experienced local guide

• See the best-preserved sections of the palace, including rooms not easily accessible to general admission guests

• Discover where acclaimed television series and movies were filmed and find out how royal traditions are kept alive today

This memorable tour reveals the Alcázar’s layered history, unrivalled architecture and lush gardens in a way few other experiences can. Dive into Seville’s royal past and be captivated by one of the world’s great palaces.

Book your Alcázar of Seville Skip-the-Line Guided Tour tickets now!