Macarena

Seville

Macarena
Macarena
Macarena
Macarena
Macarena

Visit a colorful neighborhood that’s close to the historical center and is known for its old churches, ancient defensive walls and open-air market.

Nestled by the northeast quarter of Seville's historical center is the Macarena, a traditional neighborhood of ancient churches, convents, markets and plazas. It is also home to the best surviving section of the medieval walls that once encircled the city. Spend at least a day exploring historical sites and dining in the tapas bars of this large central district.

Visit the 14th-century church of Santa Catalina on Plaza Terceros, a mudejar building with a tower modeled on Seville Cathedral's Giralda bell tower. Nearby is a bar called El Rinconcillo, which was founded in 1670 and is believed to be the oldest in the city. Stop to savor tapas dishes such as Iberian pig cheeks cooked in sauce, fried squid and Russian salad.

Go up to the 12th-century Puerta de Cordoba near the church of San Hermenegildo. From here follow the wall to reach the Puerta de la Macarena which was reconstructed in the 18th century. Just beyond this ancient gateway is the Basilica of the Macarena, a beautiful Catholic temple from the 1940s that was built to house the revered 17th-century wooden statue of the Virgen de la Esperanza Macarena.

On Good Friday during the city’s annual Easter commemorations this centuries-old image is paraded through the streets. Opposite the basilica is the Hospital de las Cinco Llagas, a 16th-century former hospital that today houses the regional parliament. Guided tours of this immense Spanish renaissance building must be booked in advance.

If you are in Seville on a Thursday, make your way to Calle Feria for El Jueves, a large and colorful open-air flea market of more than 100 stalls. Browse for antiques, old books, secondhand items, collectibles and much more.

Make time for some of the other neighborhood highlights including the 14th-century church of San Marcos and the Convento de Santa Paula which has a 13th-century Romanesque-gothic tower.

The Macarena neighborhood is a short bus ride north of the city center. Travel around the neighborhood on foot or by public transportation.


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Exe Sevilla Macarena

Exe Sevilla Macarena

4 out of 5
San Juan de Ribera 2, Seville, Seville
The price is P3,263 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P3,263
P3,589 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"All greay"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Exe Sevilla Macarena
Hotel Silken Al Andalus Palace

Hotel Silken Al Andalus Palace

4 out of 5
Avenida de la Palmera s/n, esquina Parana, Seville, Seville
The price is P4,254 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,254
P4,679 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,055 reviews)
Seville trip in May
"Wonderful location. Exceptional food and facilities and good location."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hotel Silken Al Andalus Palace
Hotel ILUNION Alcora Sevilla

Hotel ILUNION Alcora Sevilla

4 out of 5
Avenida de Canal Sur, S/N, San Juan de Aznalfarache, Seville
The price is P4,351 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P4,351
P4,786 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in San Juan de Aznalfarache. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Hotel ILUNION Alcora Sevilla
Becquer Hotel, Historic City Center

Becquer Hotel, Historic City Center

4 out of 5
Calle Reyes Católicos, Unidad 4, Seville, Seville
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Wonderful!
"Excellent breakfast, extremely polite staff, everything was perfect. I will stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Becquer Hotel, Historic City Center
Hotel Rey Alfonso X

Hotel Rey Alfonso X

4 out of 5
Calle Ximenez De Enciso, 35, Seville, Seville
The price is P11,299 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P11,299
P12,429 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,033 reviews)
"Fantastic location with great walkable places all over"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Hotel Rey Alfonso X
Only YOU Hotel Sevilla

Only YOU Hotel Sevilla

5 out of 5
Avenida De Kansas City No.7, Seville, Seville
The price is P8,762 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P8,762
P9,638 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (439 reviews)
"I don’t like to make reviews because is time consuming. This one is because i arrived and didn’t wanna go out at all. Was so cozy and they let me make check out at 2. Madly in love with this place."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Only YOU Hotel Sevilla
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