Why go
The open plaza marks the transition between the historic centre and the riverfront. A fountain, gardens and tram corridor make it a useful orientation point. At Puerta de Jerez, compare both closely. Puerta de Jerez rewards a slower circuit. Puerta de Jerez rewards a slower circuit.
What to look for
- The open plaza marks the transition between the historic centre and the riverfront.
- A fountain, gardens and tram corridor make it a useful orientation point.
The full story
La Puerta de Jerez ("Puerta Jerez) is a square in Seville (Spain). Its name comes from the door of the ancient wall that protected the city that was the main access to and from Jerez. It's natural access to the monuments of the city, where it joins the Avenida de la Constitución and Calle San Fernando Street. It also has direct access to the river through the Jardines de Cristina, Cristina Paseo and Calle Almirante Lobo. Today it is almost entirely pedestrian area, with the exception of its southern end and over the tram. Outside the castle of San Telmo, next to the building Cristina, is located one subway station to subway line 1. Main Buildings At the center of the plaza is fountain dedicated to Sevilla. Nearby are buildings that draw the following highlights: Hotel Alfonso XIII. Regionalist style building, built for Expo 1929. Capilla de Don Rodrigo. Yanduri Palace, a palace built in the early twentieth century, and deep French influence. Guardiola House. Former Palace of the Count de Aguiar. Gardens and former Cristina Hotel Cristina.
Useful to know
- Explore on foot and allow time to connect this stop with nearby streets and river crossings.
- Combine it with nearby stops to avoid crossing the city twice in the strongest afternoon heat.
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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