Triana Market

The castle ruins beneath the market are the real draw for anyone interested in the city's past. After the Christian reconquest of Seville, the Castillo de San Jorge became the seat of the Tribunal of the Holy Inquisition, where it operated for several centuries before the institution was abolished in the 19th century. Archaeologists have excavated parts of the original foundations, and a small underground museum inside the market documents the castle's history and its role in the Inquisition. The current market building dates from a renovation completed in 2001, which modernised the facilities while preserving the ruins below.

The stalls cover the full range of Andalusian market staples: seasonal fruit and vegetables including oranges from the Aljarafe region, fish brought in from the Atlantic coast, cuts of pork and beef from local butchers, and cheese and dairy. The food court is worth a stop in its own right. Pull up a stool at one of the tapas bars and order salmorejo, fried fish, or a plate of jamón with a cold beer. The bars and restaurants inside stay open well beyond the market's 3pm closing time, making Triana Market a good option for lunch or early evening drinks. Cash, contactless, and mobile payments are all accepted.

The market is at Calle San Jorge, 6, directly beside the Puente de Isabel II (Puente de Triana), which links the Triana neighbourhood to Seville's historic centre. On foot from the Cathedral, it's around a 15-minute walk across the river. Several city buses stop right outside, and the location beside the bridge makes it easy to combine with a walk along Calle Betis. Parking in Triana is limited, so arriving on foot or by bus is the better option. For more options across the city, see the municipal markets in Seville.