Brimming with old-fashioned charm, the Barrio de Santa Cruz is one of the most charming places to explore in Seville. It was the Judería (Jewish quarter) during the medieval era under Moorish rule when many of the quarter's churches were originally synagogues. The Barrio Santa Cruz contains Seville's three UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. It is found in between the historic Seville cathedral and the Alcazar of Seville. Outside of the south entrance to the cathedral on the Plaza del Triunfo is the 16th-century Archivo de Indias.
Explore the timeless beauty of Santa Cruz, one of Seville’s oldest neighborhoods, as you wander its narrow streets and soak up the fragrant smells of its native orange trees. As you continue your walk you’ll stumble upon the exterior of the amazing Alcazar Royal Palace of Seville, time-worn Roman columns, Alfalfa Square, Plaza San Francisco, and much more. This medieval neighborhood is characterized by its labyrinth of cobblestone pedestrian lanes (too narrow for cars), whitewashed houses with attractive patios, and picturesque plazas with outdoor cafés. Many of the quiet courtyards, such as the Plaza Doña Elvira, are planted with fragrant orange trees. The Plaza Santa Cruz features rose beds and a 17th-century wrought-iron cross in the center. At the Plaza Refinadores, visitors will find a statue of Don Juan Tenorio, a famous local literary character.
The Barrio Santa Cruz has two noteworthy museums: the Centro de Interpretación Judería de Sevilla (Calle Ximenez Encisco 22A), which illustrates the history of the city's Sephardim (Spanish Jews), and the Hospital de Los Venerables Sacerdotes (8 Plaza de Los Venerables), a 17th-century hospital for retired priests, which now houses the Fundación Focus Abengoa collection of Spanish paintings and sculptures. One of the special things to do in Seville is to take a stroll through the Jardines de Murillo, beautiful gardens filled with palm trees, fountains, and colorful tiled benches. For an excellent view of the cathedral, head to the Plaza del Patio de Banderas. Lovely small streets to get lost wandering. Pick up a souvenir of your explorations from one of many street vendors in this historic district. Be prepared to stumble across a fabulous small tapas bar around any corner! Get yourself lost here for a couple of hours or so, and you won't regret it.
Near to the square is the remarkable Hospital de Los Venerables which was a home for elderly priests. It can be visited to see the frescoes by Juan de Valdes Leal. The ceiling with a fresco of the 'Triumph of the Cross' is particularly impressive. It also has an attractive patio
In the neighboring Meson Del Moro, there is a famous restaurant called the 'San Marco' restaurant which is housed in a beautiful 12th century Arab Bath
Enjoy the many plazas, fountains, meandering streets, cafes, and walled gardens.
You can find some quaint houses with attractive courtyards, shops selling a variety of souvenirs, clothes, boutiques and the like
L1. It takes 14 minutes and costs 1.32 to 1.56 Euros
By Train:
C1, C2
By Bus:
Line 5. It takes 7 minutes and costs 1.41 Euros
By Taxi:
It takes 3 minutes and costs 3.73 to 4.45 Euros
By Walk:
It takes 18 minutes via Calle Sierpes
By Cycle:
It takes 7 minutes via Calle Gravina
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
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