What to eat in Seville in November: 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.
November brings mild days, cozy evenings, and the first rains. The city is calm, with short lines and easy bookings. Film and horse festivals add cultural interest, and Christmas lights begin to appear late in the month.
Pro tips for visiting Seville in November
November is off-peak, with easy access to attractions and good hotel deals.
Bring an umbrella or rain jacket for periodic showers.
All Saints Day (Nov 1) and SICAB horse show may affect opening hours.
Christmas lights switch on in late November, marking the start of festive season.
Festivals and events in Seville this November 2026
SEFF screens around 200 European films over nine days in cinemas like Lope de Vega and Nervión Plaza. It attracts industry guests and cinephiles but only moderately impacts general tourism. Individual tickets and passes are affordable; some screenings include English subtitles, making it accessible to visitors.
SICAB showcases purebred Spanish horses at FIBES with competitions, trade stands, and gala shows. It draws breeders, spectators, and families, expanding hotel demand near the venue. Day tickets grant fair access, while separate evening show tickets sell out quickly; evenings near FIBES are busy but central areas stay normal.
From late November to December 23, artisans line Avenida de la Constitución and Plaza San Francisco with stalls selling Nativity figures and accessories. It signals the start of Advent and attracts steady local traffic, especially weekends. Stalls are free to browse; evenings can be busy but pleasant.
On 1 November, families visit cemeteries like San Fernando to clean and decorate graves. The day is solemn and reflective, with bakeries selling traditional sweets such as huesos de santo. It is a public holiday; many shops close, but visiting the cemetery offers cultural insight for those who go respectfully.
Around 24 November 2026, Seville inaugurates its Christmas lights with a countdown and music in the center. Families pack Calle Sierpes and Plaza Nueva to watch decorations illuminate at once. It marks the start of the festive season and increases evening crowds but not daytime operations.
Seville in November at a glance
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Weather
Maximum temperature: 20°C
Minimum temperature: 10°C
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Daylight
Around 10 hours 15 minutes of daylight
Sunrise: 8am
Sunset: 6:15pm
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Key events
Seville European Film Festival (SEFF), SICAB – International Horse Show, Todos los Santos (All Saints’ Day), Christmas lights switch‑on
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Crowds
Balanced crowds, with manageable queues and a mix of tourists and local visitors in the city.
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What to pack
Umbrella, rain jacket, sweater, coat for chilly mornings and nights.
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Seasonal treats
Huesos de santo marzipan at bakeries, roasted chestnuts, festive pastries at Christmas markets
Plan ahead: must-visit experiences for Seville in November
