Seville is one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations and is considered the financial and cultural capital of the country. It is the fourth largest city in Spain and is home to the University of Seville, the Palace of San Telmo and the Plaza de Espana. Due to the popularity of the city, there are a variety of convenient vacation apartments for rent near many of the area's most popular attractions.

If you are visiting the area and looking for some out-of-the-way attractions, you have several options. 

There are two great walking tours available through the city. The Private Monumental Seville Walking Tour leads tourists to three of the most important buildings in the city. The first stop is the Cathedral of Santa Maria. This is the biggest cathedral in Spain and the location of Christopher Columbus' tomb. The next stop is the Giralda Tower, which is considered a symbol of the city. The final stop is the Royal Alcazar, which was used as a Moorish fortress during the fourteenth century and is now the home of the Spanish kings.

The Seville Photography Walking Tour is ideal for visitors to the city who plan to return to their home with a collection of photographs from their trip. The tour leads visitors through the northern part of the city, which is less crowded than the main part. Along the way there are gothic churches, taverns, markets, palaces and monasteries. Landmarks include the San Luis de los Franceses Church, the Macarena Gate and Walls, San Luis Street, the Alameda de Hercules, the Santa Isabel Convents and the Fine Art Museum.

The religious heritage of Spain is one of the country's most fascinating historical features. Visitors can enjoy a visit to the Iglesia de El Salvador in Seville, which features remains of the original tower and patio, as well as the rebuilt portion of the building. The church has been mentioned in literature. It is home to a collection of altarpieces from the eightteenth century, as well as works from Jose Maestre and Cayetano de Acosta. Outside is a ninth century Arab patio, columns, orange trees and fountains.

 Another popular destination for those with an interest in religious artifacts is the Basilica of the Macarena. Inside the church is the Museo de la Macarena which features an image of the Virgin Mary of Hope. This is one of the world's most well-known statues of the Virgin Mary. The statue was created during the later part of the seventeenth or early part of the eighttenth century. Each year, the statue is carried through the streets of Seville during Holy Week. In addition to the statue, the museum features crowns, dresses, shawls, gold and silver affilicated with the Virgin Mary.

Those who enjoy shopping can venture to the La Delicio del Barrio. The street on which the store is located is known mainly for its tapas restaurants and taverns, but is also home to the unique boutique. Shoppers will find upscale food products including honey, cheese, olives and wines. Most people shop the store's selection of olive oil, cultivated and created right in the southern part of the country. The store is open every day from 11 am until 9 pm.