Best time to visit Seville

The best time to come to Seville obviously depends on what kind of person are you. Every season has its distinct charm and appeal, however. In general, the best time to visit Seville is during spring and autumn as the temperatures are nice: it's warm enough - but not too hot - for eating in the open air and being comfortable.

It would be especially wise to take off on your trip in spring when the orange blossom is out and do that better in March, right after torrential February rainstorms. Note, that orange flower buds form in early winter and bloom in late winter and in spring. The orange blossom is a really showy flower and the smells of the city at that time are as sweet as it sounds. On top of that, Seville is known for its pompous public celebrations and now (in late March/April) is exactly when the Holy Week (Semana Santa) celebrations are on. So, it's a good time to be here and take part in the festivities. And, without a doubt, to stick around for the April Fair (Feria de Abril), immediately after Easter.

About the legendary Seville oranges. They are not edible raw. You could pick them, of course, the streets are hemmed in by orange trees for real, but they are good for nothing but pleasing the eye and nose.

Seville at orange flower bloom time

If you're coming to see the sights or visit friends and/or family, September and October are the best time to be in Seville. This is when we here have no distractions and may wander with you around the city, take photos of countless beauties (everything that reflects local customs, I mean) and have a wonderful time sitting outside to eat.

Typical morning moments of eating out

For lovers of Flamenco there is a wonderful international festival every two years, the Bienal de Flamenco, which takes place in September (next in 2014, for the 18th time already).