Seville Cathedral

Church Seville, Andalucia, Spain

What to expect

The Cathedral of Seville, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Sede, is the largest Christian Gothic cathedral in the world. It is a synthesis of faith, liturgy, and art, helping to find the invisible God through the visible. The cathedral is a cradle of cultures, with a fusion of Almohade, Mudéjar, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. It features several notable elements, including the Patio de los Naranjos, the Biblioteca Capitular y Colombina, the Giralda tower, the Retablo Mayor, the Coro, the Sala Capitular, the Sacristía Mayor, and various chapels. The cathedral also houses a collection of art and historical objects, including works by Murillo and a sculpture of Cristóbal Colón. The cathedral is committed to social responsibility, with a focus on employment, disability, equality, transparency, and environmental protection

Plan your family visit to the Seville Cathedral with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent time inside, looking at the gold-plated side chapels, pipe organ, and the place where Christopher Columbus is believed to be buried

Highlights: The cathedral was impressive, and we liked climbing the Giralda Tower for a great view of the city ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the cathedral, admired its architectural details, and climbed to the top of the bell tower for a panoramic view of Seville

Highlights: We were all amazed by the cathedral's sheer size and grandeur. The climb to the top of the bell tower was challenging but rewarded us with a breathtaking view ✨