Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza, Seville: Tickets and Info

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Real Maestranza: Guided tour

Highlights

Enjoy a one-hour guided visit through the historic Real Maestranza arena.

Gain priority entry to various sections of the bullring.

Use radio guides if needed for enhanced audio experience.

Explore paintings and architecture dating back to the 1700s.

Learn about the cultural significance of bullfighting in Seville with an expert guide.

About Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza

The Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza is Seville's historic bullring belonging to the Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla, a noble equestrian order dating back to 1670, and is one of the most visited monuments in the city.

Its late-Baroque architecture, already leaning toward Neoclassicism, took shape over 120 years of building work. Today it is still an active bullring, while its exhibition hall welcomes visitors with paintings, prints, costumes and posters that trace the history of bullfighting in Seville.

Good to Know Before Visiting Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza

Booking online in advance is the easiest way to secure your preferred date, especially during Holy Week and the April Fair.

On bullfight days, the bullring closes to visitors at 3 PM.

Bring your phone and headphones to use the audio guide, which is available in five languages.

Personal photos are welcome, but flash, tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed inside.

Suitcases and trolleys can't be brought in, so leave large luggage at your hotel.

Essential Visitor Info

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The Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza is open Monday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, with last admission 30 minutes before closing.

On bullfight days, visits run from 9:30 AM to 3 PM. The season opens on Easter Sunday and is busiest during the Feria de Abril (April Fair), so keep the event calendar in mind when choosing your date.

Most visitors spend around one hour exploring the bullring and its exhibition hall.

Why Visit The Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza?

A Landmark of 18th-Century Architecture

Work on the bullring began in 1761 and took 120 years to complete. The result is a late-Baroque building with a whitewashed exterior, a stone main entrance and three concentric rings of stands and galleries.

The Historic Prince's Gate

The Puerta del Príncipe is the bullring's most famous gateway. Framed by two small towers, it is decorated with Baroque scrollwork, mouldings and plant motifs.

The Exhibition Hall

The painting room holds oil paintings from the 18th to the 20th centuries, mostly from the Romantic period, while the print room displays engravings and lithographs, including works by Goya.

The Bullfighters' Chapel and Horse Courtyard

The visit also leads to the Capilla de los Toreros, where votive offerings reflect the faith that surrounds every bullfight, and to the Patio de Caballos, the horse courtyard used on event days.

FAQs about the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza

What is the architectural style of the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza?

It is a late-Baroque building from the second half of the 18th century, with a mostly whitewashed exterior and a main entrance in exposed stone.

How long did it take to build the bullring?

Construction lasted 120 years, from 1761 to 1881, with two long pauses along the way.

Why is the shape of the arena unique?

The center of the ring was moved during construction to fit the site and suit bullfighting on foot, leaving an irregular outline with 30 unequal sides.

What is the Puerta del Príncipe?

The Prince's Gate is the bullring's best-known gateway, framed by two small towers and decorated with Baroque scrollwork and plant motifs.

Who owns the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza?

It belongs to the Real Maestranza de Caballería de Sevilla, a noble order founded in 1670.

What can I see in the exhibition hall?

Oil paintings, prints and engravings, including works by Goya, along with bullfighters' costumes, capes, posters and bulls' heads.

What are the opening hours?

The bullring is open daily from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, and until 3 PM on bullfight days.

How long does a visit take?

Most visits last about one hour, covering the exhibition hall, chapel, horse courtyard and arena.

Is the venue accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

Yes. The visit is accessible to people with reduced mobility, and adapted toilets are available in the entrance area.

Is there an audio guide?

Yes. It works through a QR code on your phone and is available in Spanish, English, French, Italian and German.

How can I get to the bullring by public transport?

Take Metro Line 1 to Puerta de Jerez, or use one of the TUSSAM city buses that stop on Paseo de Cristóbal Colón.

Is there a dress code?

Visitors are asked to dress modestly. Comfortable walking shoes are also a good idea.

Who designed the bullring?

Francisco Sánchez de Aragón drew up the first plan in 1761, and several architects continued the work over the following 120 years.

Where can I park near the bullring?

The Mercado del Arenal and Paseo de Colón underground car parks are both a short walk from the main entrance.