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Seville Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours
Two major companies operate hop-on-hop-off bus tours in Seville: City Sightseeing and Sevirama. Here’s what actually matters when choosing between them.
City Sightseeing bundles a bunch of attraction entries into their tickets. The Supreme and Ultimate packages include the stadium tour, Flamenco museum, and other monuments. The Ultimate adds a guided trip to Itálica, a Roman archaeological site just outside the city. If you’re planning to visit these anyway, the bundled ticket costs less than buying everything separately. They also offer a 24-hour ticket at €28. Sevirama doesn’t have a 24-hour option, so if you’re only in Seville for one day, City Sightseeing is your only choice.
Sevirama has two things City Sightseeing doesn’t offer. First, they run an evening tour (Romántico) with the city lit up at night. City Sightseeing stops at 22:00, so if you want to see the city at sunset and lit up at night, Sevirama is your only option. Second, they offer river cruises on the Guadalquivir. City Sightseeing doesn’t have this. All Sevirama tickets are 48 hours only, valid for 2 consecutive days from first use. The basic ticket at €27 is the cheapest bus option.
Highlights
Tickets & Prices
Both operators offer flexible ticket options ranging from basic bus-only passes to all-inclusive packages with museums, tours, and experiences.
Operator Comparison
| Feature | City Sightseeing (Red Bus) | Sevirama (Green Bus) |
|---|---|---|
| Options at Checkout | • 24hr (bus + 2 walking tours + 2 churches) • 48hr Supreme (bus + 4 walking tours + stadium + bike + churches + Macarena Museum) • 48hr Ultimate (Supreme + Flamenco museum + Itálica guided tour) | • Basic 48hr (bus + 2 walking tours) • 48hr (bus + cruise + 2 guided tours) • 48hr (bus + 3 walking tours + cruise + flamenco show) |
| Validity | 24 or 48 hours | 48 hours only |
| Bus Routes | 1 route: Red Route (10:00–22:00) | 2 routes: Monumental (day) + Romántico (night) |
| Stops | 12 stops | 14 stops |
| Audio Languages | 16 languages (adds Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Greek, Catalan, kids commentary) | 9 languages (English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish) |
| Free WiFi | ✓ | |
| Walking Tours Included | ✓ 24hr: 2 tours ✓ 48hr: 4 tours (adds Plaza España, Seville Imperial) | ✓ Basic 48hr: 2 tours (Santa Cruz, Triana) ✓ Premium 48hr: 3 tours (adds Parque de María Luis/Plaza de España) |
| River Cruise | ✓ Premium 48hr tickets include 1-hour Guadalquivir cruise | |
| Flamenco Show | ✓ (select ticket) | |
| Flamenco Dance Museum entry | ✓ (with Ultimate ticket) | |
| Aquarium Entry | Ultimate gives 15% discount on entry | |
| Stadium Tour | ✓ (with Supreme & Ultimate tickets) | |
| Bike Rental (30 minutes) | ✓ (with Supreme & Ultimate tickets) | |
| Church Entries | All tickets include Iglesia del Salvador and Iglesia de Santa Ana Supreme includes Macarena Museum Ultimate gives 50% off Macarena Museum | |
| Dogs Allowed | ✓ (in carriers) | ✓ Assistance dogs only |
Detailed Pricing Tables
| 24-Hour Bus Ticket | 48-Hour Supreme Experience | 48-Hour Ultimate Experience | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | €28.00 | €33.00 | €36.00 |
| Child (5-12) | €14.00 | €17.00 | €23.00 |
Kids aged 4 and under are free.
| Basic 48-Hour Bus Ticket | 48-Hour Bus + Cruise + Walking Tours | 48-Hour Bus + Cruise + Flamenco + Walking Tours | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | €27.00 | €38.00 | €58.00 |
| Child | €13.00 | €17.00 | €29.00 |
Kids under 5 are free. Child tickets must be booked with an adult.
Which Ticket Should You Choose?
If you’re only in Seville for 1 day, get City Sightseeing’s 24-hour ticket at €28. It’s your only option because Sevirama doesn’t sell 24-hour tickets.
If you have 2 days and just want bus transport, get Sevirama’s basic ticket at €27. You get both routes, the audio guide, 2 walking tours, a drink, and a bottle of water.
If you’re visiting the Flamenco museum, stadium, or multiple churches, compare what you’re planning to visit against City Sightseeing’s Supreme or Ultimate packages. The Ultimate includes a half-day guided trip to Itálica, a Roman city just outside Seville, plus bike rental and the Flamenco Dance Museum. If you’re visiting even 2-3 of these, the bundle saves money. The aquarium gets a 15% discount with the Ultimate but is not included free.
If you want to see the city at sunset and after dark, get any Sevirama ticket. They’re the only operator running an evening tour.
If you want a river cruise, get one of Sevirama’s packages that include the Guadalquivir boat trip. The cruise takes you along the Guadalquivir to Cartuja Island and the commercial port for one hour.
If you want to see a flamenco show, get Sevirama’s premium ticket. It includes a professional flamenco performance at a theater (choose 18:00 or 20:00 show time). City Sightseeing’s Ultimate ticket includes the Flamenco Dance Museum.
FAQs About Ticketing
Is it cheaper to buy Seville hop-on hop-off tickets online or on the day?
Online is easier. You can compare both operators and every package side by side, check real-time availability, and the mobile ticket reaches your phone right away so you avoid the line at the bus stop. Both companies allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit, so you can rebook for free if plans change.
Which Seville bus ticket should I buy?
Your pick hinges on how long you’re in town and what you want to see. For a single day, City Sightseeing’s 24-hour ticket is the only choice because Sevirama runs 48-hour passes only. If you have two days and just want the bus, Sevirama’s basic ticket is the cheapest bus pass. If you’re already planning to visit the Flamenco museum, the stadium, or several churches, City Sightseeing’s Supreme or Ultimate package bundles those entries and works out cheaper than buying each one separately. The Tickets & Prices section above lays out every tier.
Is the hop-on hop-off bus worth it in Seville?
It’s worth it when you want the main sights without long walks in the Andalusian heat, or when you’re short on time and want a quick overview of the city. The buses link Plaza de España, Triana, the Macarena walls, and the old Expo grounds, and the audio guide fills in the history as you ride. If you pick a package that bundles museum entries, the bus essentially becomes free transport between places you’d visit anyway.
Route Maps & Stops
Two hop-on-hop-off operators run buses in Seville, offering three different routes covering 14 stops across the city.
City Sightseeing Seville Routes
City Sightseeing runs one route with red buses, operating from morning until evening.
Red Route
Duration: 75 minutes full loop
Frequency: Every 30 minutes (10:00-18:00), Every 40 minutes (18:00-22:00)
Operating hours: 10:00 – 22:00
Starting point: Paseo de Colón
The Red Route covers the same major attractions as Sevirama’s daytime route but stays out an hour later and includes more frequent walking tour options.
Stops:
- Paseo de Colón
- Plaza de España
- Acuario de Sevilla
- Plaza de América
- Plaza de Cuba
- Triana: San Jacinto
- Triana: Calle Castilla
- Exposición Universal (Expo ’92)
- Isla Mágica
- Torre de los Perdigones (relocated to Resolana Street at the Tussam bus shelter near Feria Street)
- Macarena (relocated to the beginning of Don Fadrique Street with Parliament building on the right)
- Alameda de Hércules
- Plaza del Duque
- Plaza de Armas
Route Highlights:
Paseo de Colón runs along the river and gives you beautiful views of the Guadalquivir. Plaza de España was built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition and has appeared in films like Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars. The aquarium houses sharks, jellyfish, and colorful tropical fish. Plaza de América sits in the lovely María Luisa Park. Triana awaits across the river with its ceramic workshops and tapas bars. The Isla Mágica theme park occupies the old Expo 92 grounds. Torre de los Perdigones offers panoramic views of the city. The ancient Macarena walls protected the Muslim rulers from Christian armies. Alameda de Hércules is where locals gather for drinks and tapas.
Walking Tours
City Sightseeing includes multiple walking tours depending on your ticket. Arrive 15 minutes early. Capacity is limited to 19 people per tour.
- Santa Cruz: Daily at 13:30 from Stop 1 (1 hour). The old Jewish quarter is Seville’s oldest and most charming neighborhood.
- Plaza de España and María Luisa Park: Daily at 12:00 from Stop 2 (1 hour). Discover one of the most important plazas in the city with an official guide.
- Triana: 1st October – 31st May at 17:30, 1st June – 30th September at 20:30, from Stop 1 (1 hour). One of the most iconic neighborhoods in the city.
- Seville Imperial: Daily at 19:00 from Stop 1 (1 hour). Discover treasures built when Seville was the trade center with the Americas.
Sevirama Routes
Sevirama operates two routes with green buses. The Monumental route runs during the day covering major landmarks. The Romántico route operates in the evening.
Route Maps & Timetables:
Tour Monumental (Day Route)
Duration: 75-80 minutes full loop
Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Operating hours: 10:00 – 19:00
Main stop: Torre del Oro
Stops:
- Torre del Oro
- Acuario de Sevilla
- Plaza de América
- Plaza de España
- Universidad
- Plaza de Cuba
- Triana: San Jacinto
- Triana: Cachorro
- Cartuja: Expo 92
- Isla Mágica
- Macarena
- Alameda de Hércules
- Plaza del Duque
- Plaza de Armas
Route Highlights:
Watch for the Torre del Oro, the 13th-century watchtower that guarded treasures arriving from the Americas. Plaza de España will take your breath away with its huge semicircular plaza and colorful tile work. The former Tobacco Factory (now the University) is where the opera character Carmen worked. Cross the river into Triana, the neighborhood famous for flamenco and ceramics. The Cartuja monastery is where Columbus lived before his voyage. You’ll see the thousand-year-old Macarena walls and the church dedicated to Seville’s most beloved Virgin Mary statue.
Tour Romántico / Sevilla Iluminada (Evening Route)
Duration: 75 minutes full loop
Frequency: Every 45 minutes
Operating hours: 19:45 – 22:15
Main stop: Torre del Oro
Stops:
- Torre del Oro
- Plaza de España
- Plaza de América
- Plaza de Cuba
- Triana: San Jacinto
- Triana: Cachorro
- Macarena
- Alameda de Hércules
- Plaza del Duque
- Plaza de Armas
Route Highlights:
This is one of the best places to watch sunset in Seville. You’ll see spots that take on different meaning at sundown. The sky turns subtle shades of pink, highlighting the Andalusian night.
Walking Tours
Sevirama also includes two walking tours with official guides.
- Barrio de Santa Cruz: Daily at 11:30 from Calle Postigo del Carbón, 4. This neighborhood was commissioned to confine the Jewish community in 1248 when Ferdinand III reconquered the city, which is why it’s known as Seville’s Jewish Quarter. The narrow streets lead to the main city monuments.
- Barrio de Triana: Daily at 13:00 from Calle Postigo del Carbón, 4. Triana is the birthplace of artists, flamenco singers, and potters. It’s home to the oldest church in Seville. The iron bridge is the oldest preserved one in Spain. The Castillo de San Jorge served as the seat of the Spanish Inquisition and sits beside the Callejón de la Inquisición. The neighborhood has a seafaring essence.
The Premium ticket adds a third walking tour Parque de María Luisa and Plaza de España: Daily at 10:00 from Plaza de América stop (stop #3)
What to See & Do
Listening to Expert Commentary in Your Language
Both operators provide audio guides you access with headphones on the bus. Sevirama offers 8-9 languages: Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Dutch, and Swedish. City Sightseeing provides 16 languages: all of the above plus Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Greek, and Catalan, with a special kids’ commentary.
Seeing Seville’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Your bus takes you past several buildings that UNESCO has recognized for their outstanding universal value. The Cathedral (you’ll see it from various angles throughout the route) is one of the largest Gothic churches in the world. The Alcázar palace complex sits nearby. The General Archive of the Indies preserves documents from Spain’s colonial empire. These three monuments together form Seville’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Exploring Plaza de España
Hop off at Stop 2 or 4 to spend time at this incredible plaza. The semicircular building embraces a huge plaza where you can rent a rowboat on the canal. Look for the tiled alcoves representing each Spanish province. The architecture mixes Renaissance and Moorish styles in a way that’s unique to Andalusia.
Crossing into Triana
Get off at Stop 6 or 7 to explore Triana on foot. This neighborhood across the river has its own distinct identity. Walk along Calle Betis for river views and tapas bars. Visit a ceramic workshop to see traditional tiles being made. The Triana Market (Mercado de Triana) buzzes with locals buying fresh produce and seafood.
Riding the Evening Illuminated Tour
If you’re traveling with Sevirama, save the Romántico route for your second day. The monuments look completely different at dusk when the lights switch on. The evening air is cooler, the crowds are thinner, and you’ll see Seville the way locals experience it after dark.
Taking a River Cruise
The Guadalquivir River has shaped Seville’s history for thousands of years. If you’ve booked an Sevirama package with the cruise, you’ll glide past the Golden Tower, under the bridges, out to Cartuja Island, and as far as the commercial port. The one-hour cruise gives you the best views of the city skyline.
Visiting the Aquarium
The aquarium sits at Stop 3 on the City Sightseeing route. City Sightseeing’s Ultimate ticket gives you 15% off entry. It’s a good break from sightseeing, especially with kids. You’ll see octopuses, sharks, rays, and reef fish.
Watching Flamenco
Sevirama’s premium package includes a show at a professional theater. You’ll need to choose between the 18:00 or 20:00 performance and reserve in advance. Flamenco was born in Andalusia, and seeing a live performance helps you understand the passion and precision behind this art form.
Joining the Walking Tours
Don’t skip the included walking tours. The bus gives you an overview, but the walks take you down narrow streets the bus can’t reach. Your guide shares stories about the buildings, explains the history, and points out details you’d never notice on your own. The Triana walk is particularly good for understanding how this neighborhood developed its unique character.
Using Your Museum Entries
If you’ve bought a City Sightseeing Supreme or Ultimate ticket, you have free entry to several sites. The Iglesia del Salvador is a stunning baroque church. The Macarena Museum houses the beloved Virgin statue and explains the Holy Week processions. Note that the Macarena Museum is included free with the Supreme ticket. The Ultimate gives 50% off entry, not free admission. The Ultimate instead includes the Iglesia de Santa Ana and a guided trip to Itálica, allow a half-day for that excursion. The stadium tour takes you behind the scenes at Sevilla FC. Plan your time so you can actually visit these places.
FAQs
What’s the best hop-on hop-off bus in Seville, the green or the red?
Two operators run buses here, and they suit different trips. The red buses are City Sightseeing, which sells a 24-hour ticket and bundles museum and attraction entries into its Supreme and Ultimate packages. The green buses are Sevirama, which runs an evening illuminated tour after dark and offers river cruises on the Guadalquivir, neither of which City Sightseeing has. Pick red for a one-day visit or bundled museums, green for the evening route or a boat trip.
How long is the Seville hop-on hop-off bus loop?
A full loop runs about 75 to 80 minutes without getting off. During the day both operators send buses every 30 minutes, City Sightseeing drops to every 40 minutes after 18:00, and Sevirama’s evening Romántico route comes every 45 minutes. You rarely wait more than half an hour for the next bus, so you can get off wherever catches your eye and rejoin when you’re ready.
Where does the hop-on hop-off bus start in Seville?
Both operators start near Torre del Oro on the riverfront. Sevirama’s main stop is at Torre del Oro itself, and City Sightseeing starts a step away at Paseo de Colón. You can board at any of the 14 stops along the route, so just walk to the nearest one.
Where can I find the Seville bus route map?
The Route Maps & Stops section on this page lists all 14 stops and lays out City Sightseeing’s Red Route along with Sevirama’s daytime Monumental and evening Romántico routes. You can download Sevirama’s route map and timetable as PDFs there.
Does the Seville bus include a river boat?
The boat comes with Sevirama, not the bus ticket itself. Some of Sevirama’s packages add a one-hour cruise on the Guadalquivir that glides past the Torre del Oro, under the bridges, and out to Cartuja Island and the commercial port. City Sightseeing doesn’t run a boat, so if a river trip matters to you, book a green-bus package that includes the cruise.