Palacio Bucarelli
See a 14th-generation family palace
An impressive new addition to the city’s architectural-historic scene, Palacio Bucarelli is a 17th-century baroque palace that has been in the same family for 14 generations, from the merchant Bucarellis who arrived from Florence, to the three generations who still live there today. Their high-ranking forebears include governors, viceroys, abbesses, and horse and bull-breeders. You can see the stables, garden, an equestrian-themed bar, family drawing room and dining room with beautiful furniture, Mexican ceramics and Flemish tapestries, all lived-in and dotted with family mementoes.
Insider tip: The best room exhibition is saved for last: the countess’ bedroom – she inspired a famous love poem by Sevillano poet Gustavo Adolfo Becquer.
Contact: palaciobucarelli.com
Price: ££
Pura Vida Terraza
Go to a rooftop concert
A number of venues hold outdoor concerts on roof terraces on hot summer evenings, when the best spot to catch any breeze is as high up as possible. One of the best, operating year-round, is Pura Vida Terraza at Los Seises Sevilla near the cathedral – catch the flamenco every Sunday, with a Giralda backdrop, at this beach bar-vibe roof terrace.
Insider tip: When you leave, be sure to eschew the lift and take the stairs (mobility allowing), for a dazzling display by local graffiti artists on your way down.
Contact: puravidaterraza.com
Price: ££