According to mythology, Seville was founded by **Hercules**, during one of his many adventures. We can’t swear that’s true, but if it is, we’re sure he’d be proud of the **fantastic city** that Seville has become. Four hundred years ago, Seville was possibly the most important city in the world. Now, it’s just **one of the most beautiful**. ### PRUEBA H3 SEVILLA TRALARELO TRALARA BOMBARDINO CROCODILO Amazing architecture, ancient winding streets, sun-drenched squares, incredible food – this city really has it all. So, after a **delicious traditional breakfast** of tostada con jamon and café con leche, hop on our [Seville City Sightseeing bus tour](https://city-sightseeing.com/en/1/seville/5/hop-on-hop-off-seville) and start exploring this. To help you along, here are three places that you really should visit. **Walking Tour** * Starting point: beside The Spire Monument  * The tour departs every day at 10:00, 11:00 and 14:00. * Duration of the tour: approximately 3 hours.  * Save €3 booking fee with your City Sightseeing ticket.

There’s so much to say about **spectacular Seville**. Did you know that Seville is the final resting place of Christopher Columbus? He is buried in the cathedral, which also happens to be the **world’s largest Gothic cathedral**, and the third largest church in the world. Seville’s other claims to fame are that it is the city with the most orange tres in the world, and it is home to the **world’s largest wooden structure** – the Metropol Parasol, colloquially referred to as “the mushrooms”. Seville also hosts some of Spain’s most famous celebrations. **Semana Santa** is a spectacular religious celebration held in the week leading up to Easter. Two weeks later, the city lets its hair down and everyone drinks, eats and dances into the night at the massive **Feria de Abril**, or April Fair. Seville is one of the sunniest cities in Europe and receives almost **3,000 hours of sunshine a year**, with 12 hours of daily sunlight during the summer months. This makes it the perfect place to dine outdoors and enjoy the **famous tapas**, of which Seville claims to be the birthplace. The best way to discover the city is on board the official Seville hop-on hop-off bus tour!