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Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza - Timings

Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza: Operating Hours

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

On bullfight days, visits run from 9:30 AM to 3 PM. The bullring may also close to visitors on days when concerts or other events take place in the arena.

Bullfighting Season: By tradition, the season opens on the afternoon of Easter Sunday. The busiest stretch is the Feria de Abril (April Fair), when the arena hosts between 18 and 28 events. Novilladas, featuring up-and-coming bullfighters, follow on Sundays in May, June and September, with further dates around Corpus Christi, August 15 and the San Miguel Fair in late September. The season officially closes on October 12.

Visit Duration: Allow around one hour to see the exhibition hall, the Bullfighters' Chapel, the horse courtyard and the arena.

Best Time to Visit: In summer, a morning visit is the most comfortable option, before the afternoon heat builds in the open-air stands.

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.

FAQs about the Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza Timings

What are the standard daily opening hours?

The bullring is open every day of the week from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

How do bullfights affect the visiting schedule?

On bullfight days, visits end early at 3 PM so the arena can be prepared for the event.

When does the bullfighting season take place?

It traditionally opens on Easter Sunday and runs until October 12, with the busiest period during the April Fair.

What is the best time of day to visit in summer?

Mornings are the most comfortable, before the afternoon heat builds in the open-air stands.

What is the latest time I can enter?

Last admission is 30 minutes before closing, but arriving earlier gives you time to see everything at a relaxed pace.

How much time should I set aside for the visit?

Allow around one hour to see the exhibition hall, chapel, horse courtyard and arena.

Are there days when the bullring closes to visitors?

Yes. Besides the early 3 PM closing on bullfight days, the bullring can close to visitors when concerts or other events are held in the arena.

How often are bullfights held outside the April Fair?

Novilladas take place on Sundays in May, June and September, with further events around Corpus Christi, August 15 and the San Miguel Fair in late September.

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