Getting Around
• Taxi
• Bicycle
• On foot
Local buses
The city bus network is based around of four lines- C-1, C-2, C-3, and C-4- which follow circular routes, following the circular road networks of the city, linking the main transport terminals and the city centre. Four transversal lines and a series of radial lines which lead into the centre from the four points of the compass complete the bus network. A single bus ride is €1.20, voucher 10 trips (Bonobus) from €7.
You can pick up a route map, the "Guía del Transporte Urbano de Sevilla", from tourist offices or from information booths at major stops, including Plaza Nueva square, Plaza de la Encarnación square, and Carlos V avenue.
Local Buses phone: +34 900 710 171 (this phone is available only in spanish).
Taxi
Taxi stops are located on several central streets and squares. Taxis, though, can be hailed any place in the city when they show the “libre” (free) sign or a green light.
From 6.00am to 10.00pm Monday to Friday, taxis cost around €1.19 plus €0.83 per kilometre. At other times and on public holidays, it’s €1.45 plus €1.01 per kilometre.
Phones: +34 95 467 55 55, +34 95 458 00 00, +34 95 462 22 22 (these phones are available only in spanish)
Subway and tram
Seville's recently open subway system has only one line that goes from the west to the south part of the city and surrounding suburbs. A single ride is €1.30.
The "Metro Centro (T1)" is a surface tram by the center of Seville that goes from Plaza Nueva to Prado de San Sebastián.
Bicycle
"Sevici" is the name of a community bicycle program in Seville. Its purpose is to cover the small and medium daily routes within the city in a climate friendly way. More than 250 stations and 2500 bikes will be available. The stations are situated throughout the inner-city with a distance of around 200 metres between each one, with many situated next to public transport stops to allow for intermodal use. The bikes can be borrowed from, and returned to, any station in the system, making it suitable for one way travel. Each station has between 10 and 40 parking slots to fix and lock the bicycle.
In each Parking Station you will find a System Access Terminal and Bike Posts, where you will be able to carry out several operations.
The Short Term Subscription will enable you to enjoy an unlimited number of journeys during 7 consecutive days. Weekly amount to register is €5.
First 30 minutes: Free. 1st hour: €1. 2nd hour and more: €2.
Please note that when you first register to the system, you will need to authorize a €150,00 deposit with a limited duration. Such deposit will be linked to the duration of the Short Term Subscription; once the Subscription has expired, the deposit will be entirely returned unless the bike has been damaged in any way.
To register, please go to any SEVici Station in the city, make sure you bring along your credit card and follow the on-screen instructions.
More info in: www.sevici.es
On foot
The city center of Seville is not very large and it is easy to walk to all the tourist spots, a lot of fun to walk around. The centre has almost become completely car-free.
Tourism in Seville
Sevilla Card, the Seville tourist card, will help you discover the city and enjoy your stay and save money. You will be able to benefit from:
• Free admission to most museums and monuments in the city and environs.
• Unlimited use of sightseeing buses.
• Boat rides on the Guadalquivir River.
• Isla Mágica Theme Park.
Besides, you will be able to enjoy considerable discounts in shops, restaurants, shows and leisure centres for adults and children.
More info in: www.sevillacard.es
Other ways to enjoy Seville are:
• Sightseeing tour buses: Tour buses can be a great way to get around Seville. You have the option of traveling the full circuit and getting an overview of what to expect in the city or get on and off as many times as you want, seeing the sights as you go.
More info in: www.busturistico.com
• Horse cart: It is very typical the walk in car of horses. It is relaxing and you can take the sun while they explain to you the most excellent in the city. There are rates approved by the city council.
• Tour cruises along the Guadalquivir River: romantic and legendary, the river of the discoverers of America, the only navigable river in Spain. With departures every half hour from 10.00am onwards, you can enjoy the beautiful views that the River Guadalquivir has to offer during the one hour long trip. More info in: www.crucerostorredeloro.com.
Further Local Info:
• Climate