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Alcazar

Plaza del Triunfo, s/n | Santa Cruz, Seville, Spain (Casco Antiguo)
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As featured in 3 days in Seville
Ranked #1 of 97 attractions in Seville
Type: Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites, Gardens
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Description: Beautiful medieval Islamic palace showcasing a unique fusion of Spanish Christian and Moorish architecture.
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Vila Meã - Portugal
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

A charming palace in the center of town. A place where you can breathe history of several centuries every moment

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Schaerbeek, Brabant, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Certainly worth the money! Its very nice to visit the alcazar around noon as you can enjoy the shadow in the garden then.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The Alcazar is a stunning moorish palace in middle of the old part of Seville. Architecturally amazing, well preserved and a treat to walk round. The gardens are stunning, and an oasis in middle of the city, and the detail on some of the moorish buildings is simply awe inspiring. It can get very busy - the morning (10ish) when... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW via mobile

I could not believe the splendor of this Moorish style palace. It's such a ace that tantalized all your senses. The architecture with its mosaic of different styles is heavenly. The gardens are so picturesque that I didn't want to leave. As previously mentioned there is so much to see in here that you should give yourself a few hours... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Audio guide was very helpful BUT hard to find the audio guide marked locations. Interesting mix of architecture.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We wandered round the Real Alcazar with our mouths agape at the stunning rooms and courtyards that greeting us at every turn. Make sure to put your camera down and really absorb the craftmanship and splendour

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Tessenderlo, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

One of the best places I have ever seen!! Amazing combination of nature and architecture! I would recommend visiting it to everyone who is planning to go to Seville.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Unsurprisingly reminiscent of the palaces in Marrakesh. The gardens are a lovely place to spend some leisurely time. Worth the queue. Hint - There are tours of the private rooms upstairs every 30mins, with a mix in English and Spanish (although they use a recorded electronic hand held guide so why they distinguish I don't understand as the language can... More

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Pleasanton, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

It is a small property unlike other Alcazar's in Spain. Nice enough in Seville. Easy access from town center so good for a short visit but not worth a looooong wait in line!

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chelmsford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

We went on the basis this was voted best attraction on trip advisor, go you won't be disappointed!!!!

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