Seville has been called ‘Europe’s most walkable city’ and ‘ideal for an autumn break’. Discover this amazing Andalusian city and why it could be the place to look for your overseas home. Plus, see our choice of homes for sale there.
Not ready to say goodbye to the sunshine? Feeling a little sad every time the sun goes down a little earlier each day? Sun-seekers might want to consider purchasing a property in the Andalusian city of Seville.
Sevilla Cathedral in Sevilla City.
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‘Europe’s most walkable city’
Preply has just named it as ‘Europe’s most walkable city’, it will take you just twenty minutes to walk between the city’s top attractions. The Express has lauded it as ‘ideal for an autumn break’. In case you were curious, the other cities featured on the list include: 2. Venice, 3. Porto, 4. Florence and 5. Athens.
As it is mostly flat, Seville is a bike-friendly city too.
So, if you are hoping to move and/or buy in Spain without a car, Seville will certainly suit you.
Autumn in Seville
In September, Seville experiences highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C and two days of rain. Meanwhile, in October, there are highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C with five days of rain. There’s also up to nine hours of sunshine a day.
Even in winter, there’s the chance to catch some sunshine. With November seeing an average daily maximum of 20 degrees. The coldest month is January which sees highs of just 16 degrees.
The one potential downside of warm autumns is that summers in Seville are hot! July, the hottest month, sees an average daily maximum of 36 degrees.
What’s there to do in Seville?
Real Alcázar.
So, Seville has been rated as Europe’s walkable city, but what are you walking to? The top attractions in Seville include Plaza de España, a spectacular square, featuring buildings in the Spanish Renaissance style. It tops the TripAdvisor list of things to do in Seville. Just next door, you’ll find the Maria Luisa Park, a large and beautiful park, ideal for a picnic. There’s also the UNESCO World Heritage site Real Alcázar, a grand palace showcasing Gothic, Moorish, and Renaissance architectural influences. Equally impressive is Seville Cathedral, another World Heritage site, it is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. Plus, Flamenco was born in Andalusia, and so, Seville is one of the best places to see live shows. There’s also tapas bars to spend your evenings in, with El Rinconcillo, established in the 17th century, offering the most traditional of tastes. For those seeking the finest of Andalusian food, there are sixteen restaurants featured in the Michelin Guide.
Beaches are nearby!
While Seville is not a coastal city, there are beaches nearby. One of the closest beaches to Seville is Matalascañas, it is a little over an hour away by car. Alternatively, there are public transport routes that you can take too. Matalascañas has long stretches of golden sand. It is a favourite beach getaway among locals in Seville.
Additionally, the vibrant city of Cádiz is just an hour away. It has great beaches too.
How do I get there?
Seville has an international airport that has regular flights throughout the year. Flights can be found even more affordably during the cooler seasons. A taxi will get you to the city in just 15 minutes while a bus will take 35 minutes (and is super affordable).
Property for sale in Seville
Property can be purchased in the province of Seville for as little as €50,000. We have a selection of doer upper properties, should you want to transform one into your ideal home. If you’d rather a home that required less work, you will be able to find apartments for just under €100,000. To see properties for sale in Seville on our property portal, click here.
Three-bedroom, Corcoya, Sevilla, €79,950
An affordable apartment in the province of Seville.
This is a three-bedroom home in the village of Corcoya in the province of Seville. It is a short drive from the larger town of Alameda.
Two-bedroom, Centro Sevilla, €320,000
Two-bedroom apartment.
This is a fantastic penthouse with views of the Giralda, the emblematic bell tower of the cathedral of Seville.
Six-bedroom, Centro Sevilla, €1,369,000
A stunning family home.
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