Torre del Oro
A 13th-century twelve-sided lookout tower built under the Almohad dynasty on the banks of the Guadalquivir River. It houses a small maritime museum.
The Golden Tower was built around 1220 as part of the Almohad defensive walls. Legend says a chain was once stretched across the river to block navigation, and its name may come from the golden plaster that once reflected light from its outer walls. Today it houses a maritime museum with navigation models and maps, and its rooftop terrace offers views over the river and Triana. Admission is about €3, and entry is free on Mondays. It sits on the riverside promenade, about an 8-minute walk from the Cathedral, and can be combined with river cruises and the bullring.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 09:30–18:45, weekends 10:30–18:45
Nearby sights
- Real Maestranza Bullring
- Seville Cathedral & La Giralda
- General Archive of the Indies
- Real Alcázar of Seville
- Royal Tobacco Factory
- Barrio de Santa Cruz
- Hospital de los Venerables
- Mercado de Triana