Finding Work in Sevilla

Finding Work as a Foreigner Working in Sevilla is a great way to study Spanish language and culture. If you come to Spain from a country that is a European Union member, you will not need a work permit. Regardless of your country of origin, your country’s consulate should have more detailed information on the [...]

Myths and Legends Surrounding Sevilla

NO∞DO Significance NO∞DO, the symbol you cannot go a day in Sevilla without seeing, was created by King Alfonso X to honor Sevilla’s support for him during the struggle for possession of the city. The symbol, which is spoken as “No me ha dejado,” translates to “he who did not leave me.”  When spoken in [...]

Sports and Exercise in Sevilla

You will be able to find many gyms and sports centers throughout Sevilla that offer a range of activities at reasonably priced rates. Some gyms are smaller and specialize in one particular area, while others are equipped with running tracks, weight rooms, pools and saunas. Centro Deportivo San Pablo, located on Avenida Kansas City, is [...]

Parks and Attractions around Sevilla

If you’re in the mood to act like a kid again and love theme parks check out Isla Mágica on Isla de la Cartuja.  Run around a pirate ship, travel to outer space in the planetarium, or feel the wind on your face on the jaguar ride.  Isla Mágica gives you the opportunity to emerge [...]

Art in Sevilla

Museums: The most famous museum in Sevilla is the Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes) in the Plaza del Museo, which houses a collection of works by famous artists from around the world.  On Sundays there is an art market held in the square in front of the museum.  Across the river, inside [...]

Nightlife around Sevilla

Plaza del Salvador: Salvador is a great area to start your night.  The best place to meet is at the foot of the church.  You’ll find a mixture of people drinking, smoking and chatting.  It’s also a good place for a cool beer and tapas on Sunday afternoons. Alameda: The Alameda neighborhood, in the dead [...]

Where to Watch Sports in Sevilla

If you miss going to Irish pubs or watching football, or even if you simply want to speak a little English, there are a lot of places you can go.  If you love watching sports on TV, Texas Lone Star Saloon on Calle Placentines is the place you want to head to.  The bar shows [...]

Special Bars and Cafes in Sevilla

In the area around Alameda de Hércules, you will find a variety of bars with unique decorations and atmospheres, such as La Bruja or El Bosque Animado.  Stop for a coffee in La Buena Estrella, Hércules Mítico or La Ilustre Victima, all of which are located on or around the Alameda.  For another unique coffee [...]

Health and Safety in Sevilla

Sevilla is generally a safe city, but there are areas where petty crime, such as bag snatching and mobile phone theft, is prevalent.  Many of these pickpockets and thieves who roam the streets target tourists, so it is a good idea to keep an eye on your personal belongings at all times.  Above all, be [...]

Around Sevilla: Jerez

Jerez is a city situated inland and is the largest city in the province of Cadiz.  The entire way of life and culture of the city is based around its wine production and horses.  Jerez has its own breed of horse known as the Caballo Jerezano, and its equestrian school is famous for the performances [...]

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