Two and a half hours drive from Malaga is Seville, the beautiful capital of Andalusia. If you visit the Costa del Sol, you can plan for example a couple of days to discover the enormous historical heritage.
If your starting point is the Costa del Sol, you have several alternatives to get from Malaga to Seville. These routes will allow you to enjoy the beautiful Andalusian landscapes.
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From Malaga to Seville by car
Below are 2 different routes depending on your starting point:
From Malaga and the eastern Costa del Sol via the A-92 motorway. And from Marbella, Estepona and the western Costa del Sol via the E-15 motorway.
From Marbella / Estepona to Seville
This is a route for visual enjoyment, and also for stopping off for a while! Because along the route and without having to take a detour, there are some gems to discover along the way.
Natural Park Los Alcornocales
This 2 h 30 min route takes you along the southern tip of Europe, passing Gibraltar and the magnificent coastline of the Strait of Gibraltar.
Then we enter the vast undeveloped areas and the Natural Park Los Alcornocales. It is the largest cork oak forest in Spain and one of the largest in the world and has numerous rivers and streams.
You can find more information about Los Alcornocales Natural Park in this official link.
Alcalá de los Gazules
Alcalá de los Gazules is a beautiful white village in the province of Cádiz, with steep, whitewashed streets.
Its old town has been declared a Historic Site and without having to walk a long way you can discover many monuments or have a drink in the many bars and restaurants in the centre.
Jerez de la Frontera
Jerez de la Frontera, with more than 200,000 inhabitants, is one of the jewels in the province of Cadiz, well known for its wines, horses and flamenco. The city preserves a historic centre of Andalusian physiognomy that has been declared a historic-artistic site.
Jerez has a rich palace heritage and a surprising number of convents.
Brandy de Jerez has been famous for centuries when it was exported to the English court. You can visit excellent wineries, some of them of great architectural value. Such as Bodegas Fundador SL.
From Malaga to Seville
This route takes us northwards into the interior of the province of Malaga.
Natural Park Montes de Malaga
As soon as we leave the city, we will reach high altitude and enter the Montes de Malaga Natural Park.
By the way, our advice: Perhaps on your way back you will want to stop here for lunch and sample some authentic treasures of traditional Andalusian cuisine, in the Inns in the Mountains of Malaga.
Antequera
On our route we pass the famous Torcal de Antequera on our left. It is a spectacular karst formation at an altitude of more than 1000 metres that will delight all nature lovers.
Antequera, only 50 km from Malaga, is worth a visit in itself.
The historic city has an extensive archaeological and architectural heritage, churches, convents and palaces from different periods and styles.
A short distance from the city is the Dolmen complex, which is more than 6000 years old.
Fuente de Piedra Lagoon
Continuing on our route, we pass Fuente de Piedra. It is a saltwater lagoon that is home to the largest colony of pink flamingos on the peninsula.
Alcalá de Guadaíra
Already only 17 km from Seville, we pass through Alcalá de Guadaíra. The ancient city has a rich historical heritage, including its majestic castle, of Arab origin, located on a high hill.
Interactive map Routes from Malaga to Seville
Here is a visual of the two routes we have presented to you.
Seville, the Beautiful
Of Phoenician origin, Seville is located on the banks of the Guadalquivir, the most important river in Andalusia. Throughout its history, great civilisations have passed through the city leaving their mark.
During the Muslim period, Seville was an important political, cultural and economic centre. And after the discovery of America, the city prospered as the economic centre of the Spanish Empire during the Golden Age of arts and letters.
Therefore, the historical and monumental heritage of the city is enormous. In fact, Seville is one of the cities with the most monuments in Europe. In addition, its historic quarter is one of the largest in Spain.
We recommend to discover the city’s treasures on foot. To really get the most out of your visit, the best thing to do would be to plan a two-day stay and stay in one of the city’s many hotels.
Not to be missed in Seville
Here we present the most representative monuments and places of interest. Many of them are part of the Islamic legacy from the golden age of Al-Andalus.
The unmissable ones, declared World Heritage by Unesco, are the Cathedral with its Giralda, the Alcázar and the Archivo de Indias. Other wonderful landmarks are the Torre del Oro, the historic gardens of the city and last but not least the typical neighbourhoods, their people and their customs.
La Giralda
The Giralda was the minaret of the old mosque. After the reconquest it was integrated as part of the cathedral of Seville. We can appreciate the Islamic architecture in its tiles, horseshoe arches, decorative stuccoes and interior gardens.
El Alcázar
The Alcázar of Seville is also of Muslim origin. It was formerly a fortress and later, after the reconquest, it was used as a royal palace. It has different architectural styles such as Renaissance, Romanesque, Gothic and Mudejar.
Archivo de Indias
The Archive of the Indies was created at the end of the 18th century by order of King Charles to centralise the documentation relating to the administration of the Spanish overseas territories.
The beautiful building houses an enormous library on Spanish activity in the Americas and the Philippines and information on the political, social, economic, art and geography of these territories.
Torre del Oro
The Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) was a 13th century defensive tower during the reign of Al-Andalus. Its name comes from the fact that its golden tile cladding glittered in the sun like gold.
Today the Torre del Oro houses a small naval museum and a panoramic terrace.
Plaza de España
The historic Plaza de España is located next to the María Luisa Park. It is a beautiful architectural ensemble of large dimensions with bridges and benches with painted ceramic mosaics.
Historic Gardens
Seville has several historic gardens of great interest. These gardens offer a diversity of styles and a rich history. They also offer an oasis and a place to relax in the centre of Seville, especially when it´s hot! Below we tell you more about the weather in Seville.
These include the Parque de María Luisa, the Jardines de los Reales Alcázares, the Jardines de las Delicias (María Luisa Park), the Jardines de la Buhaira, the Jardines de la Torre de Don Fadrique and the Jardines de la Caridad.
The river Guadalquivir
In case you didn’t know: Seville is the only inland city in Spain with a port.
The Guadalquivir River is navigable from its mouth at Sanlúcar de Barrameda on the Atlantic to the city of Seville, 90 km away.
Strolling along the river or having a drink is just one option. There are numerous companies that offer boat trips on the river from where you can see the city from a different perspective.
Streets, squares & neighbourhoods
Probably nobody says goodbye to Seville without having strolled through the popular Triana neighbourhood.
Situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir, this neighbourhood has a millenary history. Stroll through its picturesque streets such as the famous Calle Betis. Make a stop at the Mercado de Abastos at the Plaza del Altozano. Let yourself be seduced by the culinary offerings of bars and restaurants.
Seville Spring Fair
The Seville April Fair is one of the most colourful and popular festivals in Andalusia.
If you are in Seville in April, don’t miss this essential event for the Sevillians. At the fairgrounds there are more than a thousand stalls where you can eat, drink and dance until the early hours of the morning. And all in typical Andalusian style, of course!
The Seville Fair is held every year from the second Sunday after Easter until the following Saturday.
Map of public parking in Seville
Depending on where you are staying during your visit in Seville, you may find this map of public car parks in the city centre useful.
What is the best month to go to Seville?
In case you didn’t know: Seville and Cordoba are the hottest cities in the Spain. Maximum temperatures frequently exceed 35°C, reaching 40°C in July and August.
In order that your visit to Seville does not turn out to be a thermal torture, we advise you not to visit the city during these months.
Spring and autumn are milder months for strolling and enjoying the city’s streets to the full. May, June and September are excellent months.
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