Royal Alcázar Seville Tickets & Tours 2025

In 2025, standard adult tickets for the Royal Alcázar of Seville (Real Alcázar) usually start at around €13–€15 for basic entry when booked in advance, with small variations depending on the season and any special exhibitions. Reduced rates are often available for EU seniors, students, and children, while children below a certain age may enter free or at a very low cost. Always check your chosen ticket page for the exact price on your travel dates.

You can choose from several options: standard entry tickets, skip-the-line access, guided palace tours, and combo tickets that include Seville Cathedral and the Giralda tower. Some products also feature small-group tours, priority entry, or night visits. Read the inclusions carefully to see whether your ticket covers only the palace, the gardens, or a full Alcázar + Cathedral + Giralda experience.

The Royal Alcázar is located in the historic center of Seville, right next to Seville Cathedral and the Giralda tower, in the Santa Cruz neighborhood. The main entrance for visitors is usually through the Lion Gate (Puerta del León) on Patio de Banderas. Follow the signs, or your tour guide’s instructions, and arrive a little early to allow time for security checks.

Opening hours vary slightly by season, but the Royal Alcázar typically opens in the morning and closes in the late afternoon or early evening, with last entry usually around 1–1.5 hours before closing. The monument is often closed on certain holidays and for official royal events. For a more relaxed experience, aim for the first hour of the morning or late afternoon, when temperatures are milder and crowds are thinner. Always confirm the latest schedule on the official site or your ticket page before visiting.

For most of 2025, advance online booking is strongly recommended, especially during weekends, public holidays, and the busy spring and autumn seasons. The Royal Alcázar has daily capacity limits, and on popular days, on-site tickets can sell out or involve long queues under the sun. With an online ticket or guided tour, you secure a fixed time slot and often benefit from a separate skip-the-line entrance.

Most visitors spend around 2–3 hours at the Royal Alcázar, including the palace interiors and the gardens. If you enjoy photography, architecture, or detailed explanations from a guide, you may want to allow up to 3.5 hours. For a combo ticket combining the Alcázar, Cathedral, and Giralda, plan on at least a half-day in the historic center.

Yes, the Royal Alcázar can be very enjoyable for families with children, especially the lush gardens, fountains, and peacocks roaming the grounds. However, some rooms are narrow and can be crowded, so it’s helpful to keep younger children close and avoid peak hours. A guided tour can help keep older kids engaged with stories about kings, queens, and Game of Thrones filming locations.

There is no strict dress code, but comfortable, modest clothing and good walking shoes are recommended, as you will move through tiled floors, steps, and garden paths. For security and preservation reasons, large backpacks, trolleys, and bulky bags may need to be checked or are not allowed inside certain areas. Travel light and bring only essentials to speed up the security check.

In most areas, non-flash photography for personal use is generally allowed, but rules can vary from room to room. Tripods, flashes, drones, and professional equipment are usually not permitted without special authorization. Always respect on-site signage and staff instructions, and avoid blocking narrow passages while taking photos.

The Royal Alcázar is a historic site with uneven surfaces, stairs, and narrow doorways, so not all areas are fully accessible. However, some ground-floor rooms and parts of the gardens may be reachable for visitors with reduced mobility, and there may be adapted routes or support available. If accessibility is important, check the latest information on the official website or your tour description and consider a guided visit that can adapt the pace and route.

Yes, it’s very common to visit both Royal Alcázar and Seville Cathedral with Giralda on the same day because they are located right next to each other. Many combo tours are designed to cover both monuments in about 4–5 hours, with a short break in between. This is a great way to see Seville’s top attractions without having to manage separate queues and time slots.

Yes, you can join a guided tour with a licensed local guide or use audio guides (depending on availability and the ticket you choose). Guided tours provide valuable context on the Moorish, Mudéjar, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements of the palace, as well as stories about royal life and modern filming. Check your product page to see whether guide services, headsets, or audio apps are included or need to be rented separately.

During busy months, the walk-up line for the Royal Alcázar can be very long, especially late morning and mid-afternoon. Skip-the-line tickets and guided tours with priority entry typically allow you to use a separate entrance or pre-reserved time slot, which can save significant time and reduce stress. You still need to pass security, but overall waiting is usually much shorter than with a standard same-day ticket.

Cancellation terms depend on the specific product and provider. Many online tickets and tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time, while some promotional or last-minute deals can be non-refundable. Always read the “Cancellation policy” section on your chosen ticket or tour page before booking, so you know exactly how much flexibility you have if your plans change.