Holiday Apartments in Santa Cruz, Seville
Santa Cruz is Seville's old Jewish quarter and, for many, the sentimental heart of the city. Its whitewashed lanes, tile-filled patios and hidden squares (Doña Elvira, Plaza de las Cruces) form a labyrinth made for unhurried wandering. Staying here means sleeping two minutes' walk from the Cathedral, the Giralda and the Royal Alcázar: step out for breakfast and Andalusia's most visited monuments are waiting around the corner.
Despite being Seville's most touristic quarter, Santa Cruz keeps a life of its own. In the morning, orange blossom scents Calle Mateos Gago as century-old taverns open their doors; at midday the terraces of Plaza de los Venerables fill with conversation; and at dusk the cobblestones release the day's warmth while guitars sound from the patios. Eating well is easy, from classic tapas at Las Columnas to creative rice dishes and natural wines tucked along Calle Santa Teresa.
From Santa Cruz everything is walkable: the Murillo Gardens in one minute, the Archive of the Indies in five, Plaza de España in fifteen. It is the best base for a first visit to Seville, and equally for returning travellers who want the classic city with the comfort of a renovated apartment.
Apartments in Santa Cruz
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The neighbourhood on the map
On foot from the neighbourhood
- Cathedral & Giralda3 min walk
- Royal Alcázar4 min walk
- Murillo Gardens2 min walk
- Plaza de España15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Cruz a good area to stay in Seville?
It is the most central and monumental quarter of Seville. You will sleep less than a 5-minute walk from the Cathedral, the Giralda and the Royal Alcázar, with dozens of restaurants and taverns inside the quarter itself.
Is Santa Cruz noisy at night?
The quarter is mostly pedestrian and quiet at night. The livelier streets (Mateos Gago) concentrate the terraces, but most lanes fall silent after 11 pm.
Can I reach Santa Cruz by car?
The quarter is largely pedestrian. We recommend arriving by taxi to Puerta de Jerez, or parking at the public Cano y Cueto car park, a 5-minute walk away.
Which monuments are close to Santa Cruz?
The Cathedral and Giralda (2 min), the Royal Alcázar (3 min), the Archive of the Indies (5 min), the Hospital de los Venerables (inside the quarter) and Casa de Salinas (4 min).