Experience in Sevilla, Spain by Marina

What is it like to live in Sevilla? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

I would recommend living in Sevilla because it is an important city with some of the best university from Spain, as Architecture or Physic. Sevilla has a lot of culture performance, the best weather (maybe too hot in summer) and gentleness people.

What is the student lifestyle like in Sevilla?

Student lifestyle in Sevilla is going to be your best experience. You are going to meet a lot of friends to go out and hardwork with your studies. We are friendly people who always relax after a good work.

How much does it cost to live in Sevilla?

Living in Sevilla is not very expensive. Eating is cheap, for example, a beer is 1€ more or less, but the public transport is really expensive.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Sevilla? Is there any advice you can give?

It is not difficult to find accommodation in Sevilla. The best thing that you can do is ask people who study in your university, because there is always someone who is looking for a neighbour or want to meet someone.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

My favourite dishes are going to "Tapas" in the center of Seville. In the "Los Terceros" or "Alameda" you can go to many restaurant where there are really delicious dishes to eat.

What places would you recommend visiting in Sevilla?

If you are going to visit Sevilla you should visit "The cathedral", "The Giralda", walking around Maria Luisa's park and if you have time, visit the Aquarium. You can finish the day in Triana, walking near the river and eating or drinking something with the best landscape that we have here.

Is it good to eat out in Sevilla? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes, it is the best.

Is the nightlife good in Sevilla? Where is good to go?

Now, Alfalfa is closing, a lot of places with law problems, but it was the best zone to the nightlife and Erasmus nightlife. Now, you can go to calle Betis or Alameda, both are good places.

What advice would you give future students heading to Sevilla?

Sevilla is going to be part of your heart.