Free Tour: Barrio of Santa Cruz, the Old Jewish Quarter
Tour description
Santa Cruz is the most picturesque and special neighborhood in Seville, a labyrinth of white houses and full of magical corners . But don't worry, getting lost in the narrow streets of this neighborhood is part of its history and beauty.
During our visit you can learn about all the stories that took place within its walls; what the Jewish neighborhood was like and the life of this people in Seville, we will tell the legend of the beautiful and courageous Susona , of the unfortunate 14th century Jew Yusuf Pichon or the story of the painter Murillo and his connection with the Santa Cruz neighborhood.
We will get lost together in this fascinating labyrinth until we reach emblematic and beautiful places such as the Santa Cruz Square , Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes , the Calle del Agua and we will end up discovering one of the jewels of this neighborhood. A visit of 1h 45min we will talk about history, art, legends, love and politics and religion in medieval Seville .
Let yourself be amazed by the Barrio of Santa Cruz!
Duration of the visit: 1h 45min. max.
Our tours take place outdoors , without entering any of the monuments.
Group bookings of more than 6 people are not permitted. If at the beginning of the tour the guide meets a group larger than 6 people, he will have the right to deny them the tour.
Visit stops:
- Triumph Square.
- Patio de Banderas.
- Doña Elvira Square.
- Calle Susona.
- Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes.
- Callejón del Agua.
- Santa Cruz Square.
- Church of Santa Maria la Blanca.