Things to Do in and near Triana, Seville: Andalusian Contemporary Art Center

What is the Andalusian Contemporary Art Center?

The Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporaneo has excellent art and photography collections. The admission price is low and the museum's out-of-the-way location means it never gets crowded.

Where is the Andalusian Contemporary Art Center?

Not actually in Triana but a little to the north, across the river from the Plaza de Arms bus station and shopping cener.

Useful Information About Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporaneo

Open from 10am from Tuesday to Friday and from 11am on Saturday, closing at 8pm (9pm from April to October).

Open from 10am to 3pm on Sundays. Closed Mondays

Address: Monasterio de la Cartuja de Santa María de Las Cuevas
Entrer from Avda. Américo Vespucio, 2 | Camino de los Descubrimientos, s/n.
41092 Sevilla
Tel.: (34) 955 03 70 70
Fax: (34) 955 03 70 52

See also:

• Top 50 Things to Do in Seville
• Top Five Things to Do in and near Triana

Things to Do in Triana: Calle Betis

What is Calle Betis?

Calle Betis is one of the most famous streets in Seville for nightlife and food.

Where is Calle Betis?

Calle Betis is the main street on the riverfront on 'the other side' of the river, in Triana.

Useful Information About Calle Betis

At one end you'll find more bars for younger people, at the other end are some tapas bars and seafood restaurants. These eateries are a little on the expensive, but still cheaper than what's on offer on the other riverbank.

See also:

• Top 50 Things to Do in Seville
• Top Five Things to Do in Triana

Things to Do in Triana: See a Flamenco Show

What is Flamenco?

Despite the popular myth, flamenco is not a dance. It is a music form that sometimes has dancing, but more often than not it doesn't.

Where Can You See Flamenco in Triana?

Lo Nuestro and El Rejoneo and two flamenco bars on Calle Betis in Triana.

Useful Information About Flamenco in Triana

These are not the kind of flamenco 'spectacle' you will pay through the nose for in the center. Sometimes there might be an organized show, other times someone will just turn up and perform.

Arrive late - not before midnight - or come a bit earlier, check out the bars and then go for something to eat before you come back.
See also:

• Top 50 Things to Do in Seville
• Top Five Things to Do in Triana

What is Triana's Gypsy Quarter?

Triana is known for being Seville's gypsy quarter, hence the prevalence of flamenco bars in the area. A little poorer than many districts on the other side of the river, it is still a safe place to wander around. Check out the ceramic workshops on Calle Antillano Campos.

Where is Triana's Gypsy Quarter?

Useful Information About Triana's Gypsy Quarter

Though Triana is safe, scooter-riding bag snatchers are commonplace in Seville, so keep hold of your belongings at all times.
See also:

• Top 50 Things to Do in Seville
• Top Five Things to Do in Triana

What is Isla Magica?

Take the kids (big and small) to this amusement park that is surprisingly close to the city center.

Where is Isla Magica? Close to the Andalusian Contemporary Art Center, a little to the north of Triana.

Useful Information About Isla Magica

Isla Magica has odd opening times. Every month is different - sometimes they're closed Monday's and Tuesday, sometimes Thursdays. It's all on the Isla Magica website but if you don't speak Spanish you might want your hotel to check for you.

Address: Pabellon de España - Isla de la Cartuja, 31092, Seville.

See also:

• Top 50 Things to Do in Seville
• Top Five Things to Do in Triana