Torre del Oro

Where it is & how to get there

• On foot: On the riverbank, about 10 minutes from the cathedral.
• Museum: A small naval museum inside; the top terrace has river views.
• River cruises: Boats leave from the pier beside the tower.

The story of the Torre del Oro

The Torre del Oro, "Tower of Gold", was built by the Almohads around 1220 to guard the river port. A chain could be stretched from it across the Guadalquivir to another tower to block enemy ships.

Its name may come from the golden reflection of its original lime-and-straw facing on the water. Today it houses a small naval museum.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Walk along the river to the Triana bridge for sunset.
• Take a river cruise from the pier beside the tower.
• Walk along the river to the Triana Bridge.

What's around the Torre del Oro

• Guadalquivir riversidePromenade along the river.
• TrianaNeighbourhood famous for ceramics.
• Maestranza bullringHistoric arena nearby.
• Plaza de España10 minutes' walk.

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