Royal Alcázar of Seville is a masterpiece worth seeing, but by 10:00 AM, it’s packed. The magic of its silent, sun-dappled courtyards is lost in the crowd.
This VIP tour is the solution. It’s the only way you will ever get to see this 1,000-year-old palace as it was meant to be seen: quiet, empty, and serene. You will enter one full hour before the general public, in a small, exclusive group.
Seeing the Patio de las Doncellas with no one else in it, hearing only your footsteps and your guide’s voice, is not a tour—it’s a privilege. It is, without question, the single most magical and exclusive way to experience the Alcázar.
Your “Must-Book” Highlights
- True VIP Early Access: Enter the Alcázar at 8.30 am, a full hour before it opens to the public.
- Empty Palace, Perfect Photos: Experience the magic of the silent courtyards and get photos with no one else in them.
- Small-Group Intimacy: This is an exclusive, small-group tour, not a massive crowd.
- 1.5-Hour Expert-Led Tour: An expert guide will lead you through the empty halls, bringing the history of “Dorne” and the Mudéjar kings to life.
- Stress-Free Magic: Forget the lines, forget the crowds. This is the most relaxed and breathtaking way to see a world wonder.
What You’ll Experience: A Morning Like No Other
Your guide will meet you in the quiet morning light at a designated spot. You will then be one of the very first people to enter the palace for the day.
For the next 90 minutes, you will feel like you have the Alcázar all to yourself.
- The Patio de las Doncellas: You will stand by the tranquil reflecting pool in near-total silence, seeing the morning light hit the arches—an experience 99% of visitors will never have.
- The Hall of Ambassadors: Stand under the golden dome of the “Dorne” throne room without a single other tourist in your way.
- A Private Walk: Your guide will lead you through the Mudéjar Palace, the Gothic Palace, and the Gardens while they are still empty, sharing secrets and stories in an intimate setting.
After Your Tour: When your 1.5-hour guided tour concludes, the Alcázar will be opening to the general public. You are now free to stay, revisit your favorite spots, or continue exploring the vast Royal Alcazar gardens on your own.
Expert Tips: What You MUST Know Before You Go
- MEETING POINT: You will NOT go to the main gate line. This tour meets at Plaza del Triunfo, 41004, Seville, by the big statue of the Immaculate Virgin in the centre of the square. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. Get Directions
- CRITICAL: BRING YOUR ID/PASSPORT! This is my most important advice. Tickets are nominative (tied to your name). You must bring a valid, physical photo ID or passport that matches the name on your ticket, or you will be denied entry.
- FOOTWEAR: Wear comfortable shoes. You will be walking on uneven cobblestones. Dress Code
- THIS IS AN ALCÁZAR-ONLY TOUR: This exclusive tour is a deep dive into the palace and gardens. It does not include the Seville Cathedral or Giralda Tower.
What’s Included & What’s Not
INCLUDED
- Exclusive Early Access: Entry to the Royal Alcázar one hour before the general public.
- Entry Ticket: Your full entry ticket to the Alcázar is included.
- Expert Guided Tour: A 1.5-hour tour with a licensed, local guide.
- Small-Group Setting: An intimate tour for a more premium experience.
- Audio Headsets: A personal headset so you can hear your guide perfectly (this is not a pre-recorded audio guide).
- Stay and Explore: After your guided tour, you are free to stay in the palace and gardens to explore on your own until closing time.
NOT INCLUDED
- Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower: This tour is for the Alcázar only. Tickets for the Cathedral are separate.
- Cuarto Real Alto (Upper Royal Apartments): This tour does not include the separate, specific ticket for the active royal family’s private apartments.
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off: You will meet your guide at a designated meeting point.
- Food, Drinks, or Gratuities: These are not included in the tour price.