Complete guide to living an Erasmus in Sevilla

My goodness, you've really set yourself up well. So you've managed to go on Erasmus, but not only that, you're doing it by going to Seville. Good for you.

Well, I'm assuming you've succeeded and dived in headfirst. If you have the opportunity, what are you waiting for? Grab your spot and enjoy one of the best experiences of your life.

Whether you already have your spot or are thinking about it, let us lend a hand. Join us on our tour of Seville, where we'll give you all the tips you need to have the best Erasmus imaginable.

Guide to studying and living on Erasmus in Seville

It's not all about studying. With us, you'll get to know a bit about the city of Seville, its culture, gastronomy, and atmosphere. Everything you need to decide to come and make the most of every day you spend in Seville.

Why choose Seville for Erasmus?

I'll try to summarize everything as much as possible so you don't spend half your life reading here, but it will be very difficult for me because Seville is something else.

Seville has a more than affordable cost of living. It's a big city, and let's not forget it's the capital of Andalusia, and its style and quality of life demonstrate that, but its prices are not the exorbitant ones you might imagine for a renowned major city.

And now that I've mentioned the quality of life, life here is very good. The sum of all the elements we'll cover makes Seville a true paradise to live in, regardless of your profile; from student to retiree, including digital nomads. It doesn't matter, you'll feel at home from the first second.

The history and culture of the Sevillian city are among its greatest jewels. And if you're a restless mind seeking culture and history like a mouse seeks cheese, you'll land on your feet in Seville. And not just because of the city itself, but also because of the rest of Andalusia.

You have cities full of culture just a stone's throw away, such as Córdoba, Málaga, Cádiz, or Granada. So, it also has fantastic connections to the rest of the autonomous community, so you can keep exploring, in case Seville feels too small for you, which I doubt.

The atmosphere, simply put, is fantastic. The people here are open, friendly, and always willing to help. What can we do, we were born this way. But, in addition, we must add the great student atmosphere of the city thanks to its two main universities; the University of Seville and Pablo Olavide University.

Take advantage of this atmosphere by being a part of it, joining Facebook groups, they work incredibly well, student associations, and whatever else you find. There are always parties and events organized by and for students in Seville.

To wrap up, we can't forget the food, the food! Andalusian gastronomy has its heart in Seville, with traditional recipes and dishes that originated here. We have the best raw materials, and you'll notice that in the final result.

In summary, here you eat, drink, go out, study, and live very well.

How to get around the center of Seville by public transport

The first piece of advice I give you about transport in Seville is that the best one is built-in. Walking everywhere is one of the best options if you're going to move exclusively around the city center.

Of course, it all depends on your radius of movement, and you'll discover that over the days. If walking isn't enough, you can use Sevici, the bicycle sharing company that operates in the city of Seville. An economical and healthy way to discover the city from another perspective.

You also have buses, trams, and metro, ordered by convenience and price of service. Although this is very personal, some people have never ridden the metro, and others don't get off the tram. There are weekly and monthly passes, as well as significant discounts like the student card. A single trip costs between €1.2 and €1.4.

The most important monuments and attractions in Seville

When your family comes to visit, you'll have to act as a tour guide for the city, so if you don't visit it for yourself, do it for those who will come to see you, full of enthusiasm.

To make sure you have the first round of visits clear, here are the essential monuments, the ones you must see as soon as you set foot in Seville. The others will appear over time, with tips from locals and what you discover yourself.

Plaza de España, the Giralda, the Torre del Oro, the Cathedral of Seville, and María Luisa Park are must-see stops that you know from history books, series, or movies.

You also can't miss visiting entire neighborhoods, like Triana or the Barrio de Santa Cruz. Or experience things you've never experienced before, like what you'll feel visiting the Feria de Abril or Semana Santa.

What to eat and where in Seville

Grab a menu from any bar, close your eyes, point with your finger anywhere on the menu, fantastic choice! You can't go wrong here, from fried fish to huevos a la flamenca, passing through dogfish or gazpacho. There's no way to pick a bad dish.

Sevillian local gastronomy blends with Andalusian cuisine, creating a combination you won't believe. Any bar or tavern you find will offer you blessed glory. The best of the best. And the fun part is discovering it for yourself, although we can give you a head start, like visiting Bar Triana 40, El Avelino, Bar Marbella, or Bar el Picoteo, among others.

Leisure and where to party in Seville

You'll have to go out for a bit, right? This might be the phrase you say most during your Erasmus. And the answer will always be yes. I could tell you about the numerous museums in the city, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Popular Arts in La Cartuja, or the Archive of the Indies. But I think you're thinking about going out to do other things.

Here, having a late afternoon drink is almost a religion. The atmosphere is the best in Spain, and I'm not exaggerating, I'm very objective. If you don't believe me, stop by for lunch and see what time you end up.

There are countless terraces, taverns mixed with bars and pubs, making Seville a crazy place to go out for lunch, dinner, drinks, or dancing. The areas of Alfalfa and Alameda are the first you should visit. The former is a street full of bars of all kinds, and one of the favorite spots for the university crowd.

Alameda is also a square full of bars, pubs, and terraces like D´Arte, Bar Alameda 84, or Funclub. But as we've already mentioned, the best thing is to surround yourself with good company and let yourself be guided to discover incredible places.

Other interesting areas for partying are the Nervión area, where the biggest and most popular clubs are. Our last area is Calle Betis, full of bars with cheap drinks, although slightly more expensive than the Alameda area.