Sometimes, you just want to post a bunch of beautiful pictures of a site you visited. Such is the case for the pictures I took of the Las Setas de Sevilla in Spain. Of course, there is my Instagram account. But I’d like to share my most sensational photos of Las Setas de Sevilla. Sevilla is the Spanish name for the city of Seville.
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Las Setas de Sevilla
Setas? Setas? This translates in Spanish to “mushrooms”.
Now, I am not sure if there are mushrooms growing in Seville, but it is the nickname of the wooden structure in the center of Seville.
Resembling mushrooms, these wooden parasols are located at Plaza de la Encarnación in Seville. The project is named Las Setas de Sevilla.
Metropol Parasol de Sevilla
The official name of the project is Metropol Parasol de Sevilla.
Once a dull ramshackle car park in the center of Seville, this project completed in 2011. Las Setas de Sevilla claims to be the world’s largest wooden structure and houses different levels.
There is a small museum, a marketplace, a public park, and the top-level for great viewing.
Visit Las Setas de Seville
If you want to visit Las Setas de Sevilla, there isn’t much you need to know.
Just go.
Be amazed or hate it. Y
ou can visit the main areas for free. Entrance to the top level costs €3,00 but you’ll get a free drink or small tapas for free.
The elevator is at the lower level and takes you to the top floor. I was amazed to get a full glass of wine for free in exchange for my entrance ticket.
Excellent deal if you ask me!
More things to do in 48 hours in Seville by Awara Diaries.
Best time to see Las Setas Seville
You can visit Las Setas de Sevilla any time a day but I went at the end of the afternoon and stayed to watch the sunset. The different pillars of the structure are magically lit at night and the views of the Cathedral of Seville and the whole city are enchanting!
Read more things to do in Seville in 3 days
How to get to Seville?
If you want to visit Seville, you can fly to different airports. The closest one is Seville Airport (SVQ) which serves different European Airlines. Malaga (2h) and Madrid (2,5h) airports are the major intercontinental airports nearby.
The train network in Spain is widely covered and connects all the major cities and smaller cities via rails.
As you know, I love a journey by train, so it doesn’t matter if you find yourself in Barcelona or Valencia, you can always go to Seville!
Where to stay in Seville?
I really enjoyed wandering around in Seville, during the day and at night.
If you get tired from walking, you can always go on a bike tour of Seville or take one of the romantic horse-drawn carriages.
Of course, the best thing is to stay close to the center of Seville. Here are my top picks for hotels and hostels in Seville.
Budget places to stay in Seville
I love to stay in hostels when I travel solo. Here are my top 3 of hostels for Seville:
- Black Swan Hostel Seville, located right next to the Plaza Nueva, in the center of Seville.
- Sevilla Kitsch Hostel Art, located close to the Alcázar gardens.
- La Banda Rooftop Hostel Seville, it is all in the name! Excellent views from the rooftop.
Find more hostels in Seville.
Apartments in Seville
Apartments are an excellent choice if you’re staying for a longer period or traveling with a (larger) family and want to self-cater. Check out this selection of apartments in Seville.
- Andalusian Courtyard, stay in your own private version of the Alcázar!
- Pierre & Vacances Sevilla, slick modern, and situated in HIP and happening Triana.
- Placentines Sevilla, situated right at the edge of the old town, is the place to be.
Find more apartments in Seville.
Hotels in Seville
If you’re looking for something more luxurious or just want all the facilities, then check out these (luxury) boutique hotels in Seville.
Hotel Alfonso XIII – A Luxury Collection Hotel– it has Luxury in its name for a reason!
Hotel Sevilla, close to the Setas of Seville, a mix of Andalusian charm and a modern vibe.
and the Hotel Boutique Elvira Plaza Sevilla, cute adorable Andalusian boutique hotel with modern rooms.
Find more hotels in Seville.
More things to do in Seville
Las Setas Sevilla is lovely to hang out at, meet with new friends and enjoy the sunset. But there is so much more to do in Seville.
Make sure to check out my Andalusian Road Trip Itinerary or my tour of Cadiz province with more great ideas for the area, but here is a list of nice things to do in Seville.
- Walking Tour of Seville, join a (free) walking tour of Seville and explore the city
- Bike Tour of Seville, discover Seville by bike, and get to know the city
- Food Tour of Seville, eat your way around town food and drink culture of Seville
- Visit the Alcázar, the royal palace of Seville
- Visit the Cathedral of Seville and climb the Giralda tower
- See a Flamenco show in Seville
- Wandering around the Plaza d’España of Seville
Have you ever been to Seville? Did you visit Las Setas Sevilla? What did you think of this unusual structure? Sensational? Share your experiences in the comment section below!
Seville is one of the most beautiful places in Spain!!!
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This is so cool–I have no idea this existed. If you’ve been to Barcelona you can totally see how this reminds me of something very Gaudí-esque. I love that you can walk on them and of course, the free tapas and wine! Kinda Dr. Seuss too…
I did find this quite different than Gaudí and Barcelona though. It is quirky that I agree Ashley.
What!?! How did I not know about this when I was in Seville? This looks like something a bit ‘different’ to visit. And a great deal on the ticket getting a full glass of wine in exchange for it. Thanks for sharing this with me.
It was an excellent deal! I loved it Kathy!
Wow now that’s something different!
We spent a weekend in Sevilla but we didn’t encounter that interesting structure. We mostly walked around town and drank beer in the scorching heat haha! That’s too bad though, I would have loved to see the sunset from up there!
It is a bit away from the main tourist attractions, so sorry you missed it Aryane. Although walking and drinking beer sounds good to me!
the Setas of Seville looks amazing! I’ve seen plenty of photos of it before and always been curious about seeing it in person. I’m sure you had a great time visiting the city. I love Spain and Spanish architecture and art 🙂
I did see many pictures before my travels too Kristine but I was pleasantly surprised by the real image.
This place looks to beautiful. Did you also watch the Flamenco show? Do you know how much it might cost and how it’s like?
I didn’t attent a Flamenco show sadly Fiona, because my schedule was quite full already. I did see some live performance on the street in Granada.
I’ve always wanted to visit Seville and sightseeing the Setas of Seville looks like a great place to start! Tapas or wine sound like a perfect reward for making it to the top! I’m so glad you mentioned the walking tour – I did one in London and one in Dublin and I absolutely love them!
Walking tours are so much fun and very low key Shem!
How visually stunning. We didn’t make it to Seville. It’s certainly on my list now after seeing these photos.
Excellent excuse to return to Spain Jean!
This place looks amazing! I’d love to explore with my daughter. Love your pictures!
Thank you Maggie. I think it is a nice place to visit with children so your daughter would love it.
The “mushroom” looks so cool! Good to know that you can go to the main areas for free. I want to visit Seville now just to see this!
I think you would like it Diana. It is such a nice city!
I hope to visit Seville this year. I cant do too many stairs so not sure I can climb the setas so thank you for sharing the view. It does look a very interesting structure though.
You can take the lift up Jenni and then there are only a few steps. The top balcony is like 10-15 steps, but you can turn around and stay at the lower part and still have some amazing views.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge of Sevilla. I have been in the south of Spain a couple of times, but not visited Sevilla. Hope to do that some time
I hope you can too Ivar! I think Seville was my favorite of Southern Spain