All you need to know to plan your visit to Seville Cathedral

Seville Cathedral is the largest gothic church in the world that is known for its unique blend of architectural styles of two ethnicities.  Built on a site that was originally a mosque, Seville Cathedral was converted to a Roman Catholic Church from the Almohad mosque after the conquest of Seville Ferdinand III. To date, Seville Cathedral stands as a symbol of uniformity and harmony of two different cultures and worlds of art and architecture.

Seville Cathedral opening hours

• What are the Seville Cathedral opening hours?
  Monday To Saturday: 10:45am to 7:30pm
  Sundays: 2:30pm to 7:30pm
• What is the last access time for Seville Cathedral?
  Last access to the Seville Cathedral and La Giralda is at 6:30pm
• What is the eviction time at Seville Cathedral?
  With Seville Cathedral closing at 7:30pm, eviction time begins at 7:10pm
• How long does it take to cover Seville Cathedral?
  Seville Cathedral is rich in artworks and architectural structures that are of historical importance. If you want to explore the attraction properly and enjoy the ambiance, it will take you about 75 minutes to 2 hours. Try to avoid the prayer hours and visit in the early hours to avoid the rush of the crowd and get ample time to explore the site. Make sure to check the opening hours of Seville Cathedral before your visit.

Best time to visit Seville Cathedral

Seville Cathedral is open all through the year. Being a popular attraction for tourists along with being a site of religious importance, Seville Cathedral experiences a large number of visitors, especially during the weekends. Try to plan your visit during the weekdays if you want to avoid crowds. You can also visit during the early opening hours or alter during the day in the evening, keeping in mind that eviction begins at 7:10pm.

Facilities & services at Seville Cathedral

• Adapted Toilets in the Exhibition area and Patio de los Naranjos.
• Wheelchair accessible architecture with wheelchair loans for reduced mobility to eliminate architectural barriers.
• Braille brochures for visitors with visual disabilities.
• Free sign-guide service
• Assistance dogs allowed

Tips & guidelines for visiting Seville Cathedral

• Avoid touching the walls or the artworks, as it is forbidden.
• Do not uproot or cut the plants at Patio de los Naranjos.
• Use the dustbins at the site. Avoid throwing garbage on the ground.
• Seville Cathedral is a religious site. Make sure to dress accordingly to maintain the decorum and the sanctity of the place. Do not take off your shoes, undress or lie down on the steps, benches, or the patio.
• Drinking, smoking, or eating is not allowed in the cathedral complex. You can step out to drink water.
• Filming or still photography for commercial purposes without prior permission is not allowed. Usage of tripods is not encouraged.
• Do not attempt to climb the Giralda if you have issues like vertigo, anemia, or other respiratory problems that might be a problem with a sudden change in height.