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Alcazar

Plaza del Triunfo, s/n | Santa Cruz, Seville, Spain
As featured in 3 days in Seville
Ranked #1 of 88 attractions in Seville
4.5 of 5 stars 913 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites, Gardens
Fee: Yes
Description: Beautiful medieval Islamic palace showcasing a unique fusion of Spanish Christian and Moorish architecture.
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Portugal
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Very hot but magnificent so we sat in the shade and just soaked inthe atmosphere More

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Miami, Florida
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The architectural trip to exotic times and lands is worth the admission price and the long lines. More

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Bay Area, CA
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We enjoyed seeing the Alcazar which is a must visit, the decorative interiors are lovely though I found the gardens in a rather disappointing shape. The Alhambra gardens receive much better care. More

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London
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Well worth the visit and definitely get the audiguide if you are not on a guided tour, its a beautiful place could imagine living there myself in the day More

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Paris
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

A beautiful oriental palace, cherished by the Spanish kings. Make sure you have enough time to enjoy the lavish gardens. More

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Virginia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Looks like a classic fortress from the outside and a wonderful Islamic palace with extensive gardens that are a pleasure to stroll through on the inside. While there, take the stairs up to the walkway that overlooks the garden on both sides. Even my 88 year old mother, who hates climbing stairs, thought it was well worth the effort. I... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

I visited Alhambra first. The colors in Alcazar are more vivid, but it is a lot smaller. And less 'bang' for your buck More

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Surrey, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

This old moorish palace has some fantastic stone and tile work, and really provides a feeling of the moorish rule in Sevilla. Worth a visit! More

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Dublin, Ireland
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Built in the middle of the 14th century, this little jewel is well worth the €8 admission (€2 if you are a pensioner, over 65, and have your passport with you to prove it). It is like a smaller version of the Alhambra (I think) and is very evocative when you consider what great changes those walls and gardens must... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

This is definitely a must-see in Seville. It is a beautiful old palace with middle eastern mystique. The gardens are the highlight. More

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