What to eat in Seville in August: Seasonal delicacies
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Espinacas con garbanzos
A thick stew of spinach, chickpeas, garlic, cumin, and paprika, this dish reflects Seville’s Moorish and convent heritage. It is usually vegetarian and hearty enough as a main tapa. You will find it year‑round at market bars and traditional taverns. Try a portion at a stall inside Mercado de Triana while watching cooks work.
Salmorejo is a chilled puréed soup of tomato, bread, olive oil, and garlic, usually topped with egg and cured ham. It draws on Andalusia’s need for refreshing dishes in warm months, yet appears on menus most of the year. Order a bowl at Mercado Lonja del Barranco’s stands and eat it on the shaded riverside terrace.
This small sandwich is filled with shredded leftover meats from a long‑cooked stew, pressed into crusty bread. It reflects thrifty home cooking and is a classic mid‑day snack in Seville’s bars. For a local version, seek out stalls and taverns around Mercado de la Calle Feria on a Thursday market morning.
Cola de toro is a slow‑braised oxtail stew cooked with red wine, vegetables, and spices until gelatinous and tender. Once linked to bullring leftovers, it is now a restaurant specialty served year‑round. Sample a tapa portion with bread at one of the prepared‑food counters inside Mercado Lonja del Barranco.
This thin, crisp wafer made with olive oil, flour, sugar, anise, and sesame comes from nearby towns but is a daily snack in Seville. It is dairy‑free and often enjoyed with coffee or as a light dessert. Buy individually wrapped tortas at Confitería La Campana on Calle Sierpes and taste them standing at the marble counter.
August is sizzling and sleepy, with the quietest city vibe of the year. Many businesses close, but attractions are open and uncrowded. Early mornings and late nights are best for exploring, and hotel rates are often discounted.
Pro tips for visiting Seville in August
Many smaller shops and restaurants close for holidays; check ahead for openings.
Plan sightseeing for early or late hours, and consider day trips to cooler nearby destinations.
Public holidays like Assumption Day (Aug 15) may bring closures and local processions.
Hotel pools and water parks offer welcome relief from the heat.
Seville in August at a glance
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Weather
Maximum temperature: 38°C
Minimum temperature: 22°C
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Daylight
Around 13 hours 20 minutes of daylight
Sunrise: 7:40am
Sunset: 9pm
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Key events
Noches en los Jardines del Real Alcázar, Patio de la Diputación summer cinema, Virgen de los Reyes (patroness feast), Velá de la Virgen de la Paloma (El Arenal)
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Crowds
Fewer tourists, shorter queues at attractions, and a quieter overall vibe, as locals may be on holiday.
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What to pack
Light attire, swimwear, sunhat, refillable water bottle, sandals.
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Seasonal treats
Cold salmorejo, ice cream at Helados Rayas, hotel poolside snacks
On warm nights from late June to mid September, the Alcázar gardens host small seated concerts at 22:00. Programs range from classical guitar to jazz, attracting culture‑minded visitors avoiding daytime heat. Tickets are inexpensive but limited and usually sell out days in advance; evenings remain calm outside the venue.
All July and August (throughout July–August interpreted as July 1–August 31), the provincial council’s courtyard turns into an outdoor cinema. Screenings of recent films and classics start around 22:15, offering a relaxed cultural option in the heat. Tickets are inexpensive; evenings can sell out on weekends.
At dawn on 15 August, Seville honors its patron Virgin with a short, solemn procession around the Cathedral. Despite early hours and summer heat, crowds gather tightly. After about 09:30 the city quiets again for the holiday. It is best suited to travelers comfortable with early starts and standing.
Around mid August 2026 (mid August interpreted as August 14–16), the Arenal quarter hosts evening concerts, games, and a small procession for Our Lady of the Dove. It is mainly a neighborhood event, adding life to otherwise quiet summer nights. Activities are free or low‑cost and concentrated around the chapel area.
On the night of 15 August, a brief fireworks display may take place near Los Remedios or by the river to mark the Assumption. It draws nearby residents to riverside viewpoints but does not create major closures. If you are in Triana or Remedios, expect a short burst of noise around 23:00.
Throughout August 2026 (throughout August interpreted as August 3–31), Casa de la Memoria runs small-group flamenco workshops on selected weekdays. Participants learn basic rhythm and steps in air‑conditioned rooms, ideal for hot mornings. Spaces are limited and require advance booking; they do not affect street activity.
Plan ahead: must-visit experiences for Seville in August
