Royal Alcázar of Seville ticket prices: every rate explained
General admission €15.50, reduced rate €8, Cuarto Real Alto €5.50 extra — those are the official 2026 prices. Below: who pays less, who enters free, and what the pricier online tickets actually add for the difference.
Note: this is not the official Royal Alcázar website · Official rates: alcazarsevilla.org
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Official price table 2026
| Ticket type | Price | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| General admission | €15.50 | Palaces and gardens, timed entry slot |
| Reduced rate | €8 | Students aged 14–30 and seniors 65+, with ID |
| Cuarto Real Alto | +€5.50 | Supplement with its own timed pass, small groups |
| Children under 13 | Free | Accompanied by an adult |
| Mondays, final hour | Free | Mandatory advance booking on the official site, limited slots |
Who enters free all year round
- Children under 13 accompanied by an adult.
- People born or resident in Seville city (with proof).
- Visitors with a disability of 33% or more, plus one companion.
- Unemployed residents of Seville province (with jobseeker card).
- Authorised researchers and ICOMOS members with credentials.
Always carry the document that proves your discount — it's checked at the entrance, not just at purchase.
Official price vs online ticket: what changes
The question everyone asks: if the ticket office charges €15.50, why pay €21 or more on a platform? Short answer: you're not paying for the entry, you're paying for the service. Here's what each option adds:
| Option | From | What's included | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ticket office / official site | €15.50 | Timed entry ticket | Those booking 1–2 weeks ahead |
| Skip the line + audio guide | €21 | Fast-track entry, audio guide app, flexible cancellation on most fares | Most independent travellers |
| Entry + guided tour | €36 | Licensed guide for 1–1.5 h and priority access | First-time visitors |
| Cathedral & Giralda combo | €53 | Two monuments with a guide in half a day | Short city breaks |
"From" prices per the live Tiqets catalogue (July 2026); they vary by date and tour language.
The official site releases a limited quota per time slot. Around Easter, the April Fair and long weekends it sells out weeks ahead. When that happens, platforms holding distributor allocations are the realistic alternative to missing out — which is why it pays to check both before giving up on a date.
How to buy without mistakes
- Pick your time slot first, not your day. At 9:30 am the palace is quiet; midday belongs to tour groups. Your slot shapes the visit more than the day of the week does.
- Decide on the Cuarto Real Alto upfront. It's only sold together with an entry ticket and has limited hourly passes — don't leave it for the ticket office.
- Check the cancellation policy. Official tickets aren't always refundable; many platform fares cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
- Bring your ticket on your phone plus photo ID. Tickets are personal and ID may be checked, especially with reduced rates.
Price questions
FAQ
How much is general admission?
€15.50 per the official site. With audio guide and fast-track entry via platforms, from €21.
What does the Cuarto Real Alto cost?
A €5.50 supplement on any entry ticket, with its own timed pass and a very small group size. Worth it if you want to see the apartments the Royal Family still uses.
Do children pay?
Under-13s enter free with an adult. Students aged 14–30 pay the reduced €8 rate.
Is there a senior discount?
Yes — €8 reduced rate for over-65s with ID.
When is the Alcázar free?
Mondays during the final opening hour, with mandatory advance booking on the official website. The groups listed above also enter free year-round. See our opening hours page for exact times.
Can I pay cash at the ticket office?
The Patio de Banderas ticket office operates card-only per the official site. Easiest is to arrive with your ticket already booked online.
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