Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Seville
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Popular places to visit
Royal Alcázar of Seville
Once a Moorish fort, this architectural gem is now the oldest functioning palace in Europe.
Giralda Tower
This ornate belfry has an interesting past; before being one of the Cathedral's towers, it was a minaret.
San Telmo Palace
Tour the striking interior and exterior of a palatial building that serves as the headquarters of the president of the autonomous region of Andalusia.
Triunfo Plaza
From this ancient and picturesque square, access some of the oldest and most impressive buildings in Seville, including the world’s largest gothic cathedral.
Cabildo Catedral
Stop by a 16th-century meeting room inside the Cathedral of Seville that is stunningly decorated with religious paintings, sculptures and reliefs.
Seville Cathedral
The biggest Gothic cathedral in Europe has breathtaking architecture at every turn, and is the final resting place of Christopher Columbus.
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Hotel Murillo
The breakfast buffet was amazing. Lots of choices, friendly staff, good food I had many choices when I booked my hotel but really no regrets having stayed there. When you step out of the hotel, there is a restaurant called El Rincon de Murillo. Their chocolate cake is to die for. Try it ! The only ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seville
Lovely room. Breakfast was amazing and the bar was great service. Food was the best at this hotel
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Amadeus Sevilla
We enjoyed our stay and had a room on the top floor with a terrace. We loved the rooftop area & bar. We did use the pool one day, and that was lovely. The reason it did not get five stars is that the elevator was out a few times and my companion cannot walk that many stairs to the top floor. Also, ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Las Casas de la Judería, Sevilla Historic City Center
Stayed 5 nights and changed room after first night to one in main building. Central location, good breakfast and excellent roof top pool and bar.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Fernando III
Petit Palace Santa Cruz
Room was very clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Location excellent. Had downstairs room which had limited space for open cases and also very noisy as next to reception. Windows were raised so could not see out of them.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
El Arenal
Travellers choose El Arenal for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Plaza Nueva Tram Stop or Archivo de Indias Tram Stop and check out top sights like Paseo de Cristóbal Colón.
San Bartolomé
Travellers come to San Bartolomé for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like Pilate's House and Zurbarán Statue while you're in town.
Alfalfa
Unique features of Alfalfa include the bars and historical sites. Make a stop by Salvador Plaza or Calle Sierpes while you're exploring the area.
Historical Center
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Historical Center. Top attractions like Casa de la Memoria Cultural Center and Calle Sierpes are major draws. Catch the metro at Plaza Nueva Tram Stop or Archivo de Indias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
La Florida
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit La Florida. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Murillo Gardens and Pilate's House are a few top sights nearby.
San Bernardo
Even though there aren't top sights in San Bernardo, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Murillo Gardens. Jump on the metro at Prado San Sebastián Tram Stop to see more of the city.
