During the "Golden Age of Spain" Seville was one of the richest cities in Europe. Not surprisingly, this is where the royal alcazar and the palaces of the world famous dukes are located. You will visit the most iconic of them: the House of Pilate, full of legends, and the Palace of Duenas, the seat of the Dukes of Alba. Individual excursion for 1-10 people Duration 3 hours Children Possible with children How it goes On foot € 100 per excursion Price for 1-10 people, regardless of the number of participants
What awaits you
Spanish twin At Pilate's House, Mudejar and Spanish Renaissance styles are intertwined with Arabic tiles, carvings and a huge collection of classical antique sculptures. I will tell you about the Ribera family and its myriad state, and inside the palace I will show you canvases by Giordano Luca, ceiling paintings with paintings by teacher Velazquez and images of bullfighting by Goya. Walking along the picturesque patio, we will talk about Pontius Pilate, the legend associated with the ashes of Emperor Troyan, and see the two-faced Janus
Duchess's legacy The Duenas Palace is the property of the Dukes of Alba, the most titled and richest family in Spain. The mistress of the palace was the only one who could not get up in the presence of the Queen of England, not bow to the Pope and call into the Seville Cathedral on horseback. You will hear stories from her fascinating life and go to the library, where Dali's autograph is kept, and the chapel where Amerigo Vespucci was married. Walking through the garden celebrated by the poet Antonio Machado, in the shade of lemon trees, you will see tiled paths and a central fountain - often recurring symbols of his poetry.
Organizational details
Additional expenses: entrance ticket to Pilate's House: adult - 12 €, children up to 10 years old free, ticket to the Duenas Palace: adult - 10 €, children under 12 years old - 8 €, children up to 6 years old free.
Venue
The beginning of the excursion at the entrance to the palace "Pilate's House". You will know the exact meeting point immediately after booking. History and ArchitectureMuseums and Art1
