Sevilla is a city of life and color. From its narrow winding streets full of shade to its bustling cosmopolitan center, Sevilla has something for everyone. This city is the largest in Andalusia and is growing rapidly, as evidenced by plans to install a subway, a project to be completed soon.

Like most Spanish cities, Sevilla is divided into neighborhoods that are distinct and varied in feel. The cathedral, the third largest in the world, is the main centerpiece of the city and draws thousands of tourists each year. As a student, you can experience all of the typical elements of Spain in Sevilla such as flamenco shows, bullfights, tapas, and sangria.

To get an idea of Sevilla’s Moorish, Jewish, and Christian past, be sure to visit the Alcázar and Judería of the Santa Cruz neighborhood. Nearby, the University of Sevilla keeps the city alive and current with cultural events and symposiums. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll in the Plaza de España or a short siesta in María Luisa Park after the hearty lunch meal.

Finally, the nightlife in Sevilla is unparalleled. Inhabitants of all ages enjoy each other’s company until very late by American standards. No matter how you decide to spend your time here, you’ll surely fall in love with this gem of the south.

Sevilla is full of rich cultural activities and landmarks that reflect its distinct Andalucian charm. You can visit the third largest cathedral in the world and climb the winding tower of the Giralda for great city views, or perhaps tour the Alcázar in the afternoon, where scenes from Kingdom of Heaven were filmed. The University of Sevilla has an interesting history, as it was previously the Fábrica de Tabacos or Tobacco Factory where the opera Carmen took place. You can spend a sunny day at the Plaza de España, where the architecture and beautiful fountain will take your breath away. If you are looking for a good place to picnic and escape the hustle and bustle of the city streets, visit the María Luisa Park and take in a day of leisure.

¿Habla inglés? Do you speak English? (formal)
¿Hablas inglés? Do you speak English? (informal)
(No) Hablo español. I (don't) speak Spanish.
Perdóname/Con permiso. Excuse me (used when cutting through a crowd).
Pasa. Pass (the response to perdóname).
Lo siento. I'm sorry.
¡Ayuda! Help!
¡Socorro! Help! (in an emergency situation)
¡Cuidado! Caution, look out!
¿Cómo está? How are you? (formal)
¿Cómo estás? How are you? (informal)
(Muy) Bien. (Very) Well.
(Muy) Mal. (Very) Bad.
Gracias. Thank you.
Por favor. Please.
Buenos días. Good morning.
Buenas tardes. Good afternoon.
Buenas noches. Good evening.
Adios. Goodbye.
No entiendo. I don't understand.
¿Cómo se llama? What is your name? (formal)
¿Cómo te llamas? What is your name? (informal)
Me llamo... My name is...
Mucho gusto./Encantado. Nice to meet you.
¿De dónde es? Where are you from? (formal)
¿De dónde eres? Where are you from? (informal)
Soy de... I am from...
¿Qué hora es? What time is it?
¿Dónde está el hotel? Where is the hotel?
¿Dónde está un teléfono? Where is a telephone?
¿Dónde está el baño? Where is the restroom?
¿Cómo voy a...? How do I get to...?
¿Tiene usted...? Do you have...? (formal)
¿Tienes...? Do you have...? (informal)
¿Cuánto cuesta? How much is it?
Me gustaría... I'd like to order... (in a restaurant)
La cuenta, por favor. The bill, please.
Soy vegetariano/a. I am a vegetarian.
¡Salud! Cheers!/Bless you! (after a sneeze)
¿Cómo se dice ____ en español? How do you say ______ in Spanish?
¡Vamos! Let's go!

Some Andalucian phrases to keep in mind:

!Qué arte tienes! - What a character!
tener guasa - to be very funny