Go to the “Cine”
Going to the movies in Seville is quite an experience. With assigned seating, good prices and Spanish-speaking characters, the “cine” (or cinema) is sure to provide a good time.
I recommend Cinesa – Plaza de Armas. It can be found on the second floor of the Plaza de Armas shopping center. The place is clean and orderly with great service.
Here are a few things you should know before heading to the theater:
- The doors open just minutes before the showing begins, so don’t arrive early. You’ll have to wait around outside.
- Seating is assigned, so buy tickets early if you’re worried about getting a good view. Also, make sure you and your friends purchase adjacent seats.
- Movies will be in Spanish, unless otherwise noted. It is Spain.
Now for the details. Tickets cost 5.70€ on weekdays and 6€ on weekends. Thursdays are called the “day of the couple” so tickets only cost 4.80€ then! For more info call 902 33 32 31.
Shopping on Sierpes
H&M. Zara. Mango. Bershka.
Just some of the stores you’ll find on Seville’s best shopping street - Calle Sierpes.
Sierpes is a quaint street in the heart of the city closed to cars. It’s just a few blocks long and packed with street performers, upscale stores and places to eat and drink. I found a cheap purse, a buffet dinner and my dream wedding dress all just steps from each other here. Even if you’re not looking to buy, Sierpes is a great place to walk around and get a feel for the city. The ideal time to go is after dinner; it’s when families, couples, locals and tourists alike come out for their nightly strolls.
A Free Museum!
Not many museums in Spain are free… except the Museo del Ayuntamiento de Sevilla! (a.k.a The City Hall Museum of Seville)
It’s small; you won’t need more than an hour, at the very most, to go through it. But there are some gems in this museum, which tracks 3,000 years of Sevillan history. You can see old photos of places you probably walked past to get to the site, plus ancient coins and royal treasures. The small, private atmosphere of the place is perfect if you’re tired of touristy joints.
The museum is set up in part of Seville’s city hall on the east side of Plaza Nueva. It’s open 365 days a year.
See more info here: www.sevilla.org
Dancing at Buddha
While Buddha the god isn’t extraordinarily popular in Seville, Buddha the disco is. You essentially can’t say you’ve partied in Seville if you haven’t hit this spot.
From outside its entrance in what is essentially Seville’s only shopping mall, Buddha del Mar may seem less-than-grand. But don’t be fooled. ”Buddha,” as it’s affectionately called by aficionados, is a three tier restaurant-nightclub combo. Each floor has a different vibe and features a different style of music, so there’s something to please everyone. Level one (or two, to you Americans) generally plays more techno, while level two (slash three) features more American-style music. The club even has a terrace with huge lounging sofas and a view of the entire city.
It’s a classy place, so dress up. Expect to spend some serious dough on drinks, and don’t, i repeat, DO NOT show up before midnight, which is when the party tends to get started. When in Seville do as the “Sevillanos” do, right?
