Know before you go

• Seville in June and July is one of the hottest cities in Europe: evening kick-offs and siestas are the rule.
• The match schedule by stadium is set after the final draw. Book refundable rooms now: prices will jump once fixtures are known.
• Fans with tickets in several cities should plan around high-speed trains: Morocco's Al Boraq, Spain's AVE and Portugal's Alfa Pendular.

Airport to Estadio de La Cartuja

Seville airport (SVQ) is 10 km northeast. The EA bus runs to Plaza de Armas in 35 minutes; taxis have a fixed fare of about 25 euros by day.

La Cartuja is on the island across the river; buses and shuttles run from the centre on match days.

Public transport directions to Estadio de La Cartuja

Where to stay by budget

Three hotels we would book

• Budget: Hotel Sevilla Center
• Mid-range: Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla
• Splurge: Hotel Alfonso XIII

Links search the nights from 7 June to 22 July. Event weekends sell out early and prices rise as the date gets closer: book a cancellable room as soon as you know you are going.

Day plans for the free hours

Built around the usual World Cup stay schedule for 8 June to 21 July 2030. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.

Family-friendly picks

• Isla Mágica theme park and water park.
• Horse carriage ride around the old town.
• Seville Aquarium.

Evening and day-trip tours

After dark

• Alameda de Hércules bars.
• Rooftop bars facing the Giralda.

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Event weeks sell out. Book tours with free cancellation as soon as the session times are published.

Where to eat

• El Rinconcillo Seville's oldest bar, since 1670
• Bodega Santa Cruz Standing tapas, cheap and busy
• Mercado de Triana Market stalls and bars by the bridge
• Eslava Creative tapas near San Lorenzo
• Casa Morales Old wine bar with big clay jars

Reserve dinner for the nights around the event: restaurants near the venue fill up days ahead.

Rainy-day backups

• Museum of Fine Arts.
• Archivo de Indias.
• Casa de Pilatos.

Getting around on event days

• The old centre is walkable; one metro line and the tram cover the rest.
• Summer afternoons go above 40°C: plan outings for the morning and evening.
• Uber, Cabify and Free Now work in Spanish cities. Taxis are metered and reasonable.
• Renfe high-speed AVE and Ouigo/Iryo trains link Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Málaga, Valencia and Zaragoza. Book early for event weekends.

Day trips from Seville

• Córdoba: 45 minutes by AVE
• Jerez: 1 hour by train
• Cádiz: 1.5 hours by train

Questions people ask

When is World Cup 2030 in Seville 2030?

The next edition is 8 June to 21 July 2030, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

How do I get from the airport to Estadio de La Cartuja?

Seville airport (SVQ) is 10 km northeast. The EA bus runs to Plaza de Armas in 35 minutes; taxis have a fixed fare of about 25 euros by day. La Cartuja is on the island across the river; buses and shuttles run from the centre on match days.

Where should I stay for World Cup 2030 in Seville?

For most visitors the best base is Santa Cruz and the Arenal: Walk to the cathedral, the Alcázar and the river.

What can we do between sessions at World Cup 2030 in Seville?

Good short outings in Seville include Real Alcázar guided tour, Cathedral and Giralda tour, Guadalquivir river cruise. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

What is there for kids and families near World Cup 2030 in Seville?

Family-friendly picks: Real Alcázar guided tour, Córdoba day trip, Guadalquivir river cruise. Isla Mágica theme park and water park.

How far is Estadio de La Cartuja from Seville centre?

About 4 km in a straight line. La Cartuja is on the island across the river; buses and shuttles run from the centre on match days.

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