About this tour
Explore the ground floor of Seville's finest civil palace, built in the 15th century by the Marquis of Tarifa. This 90-minute guided tour reveals a masterpiece of Gothic-Mudéjar design, where ornate sculpture galleries, hand-painted Triana tiles, and intimate courtyards blend Islamic and Christian architectural traditions. The palace's quirky name stems from the marquis's pilgrimage to Jerusalem, where he noticed the distance from his home to a nearby chapel matched that between Pontius Pilate's residence and Calvary.
Highlights
- Gothic-Mudéjar palace adjacent to San Esteban church
- Ground-floor rooms including private chapel and principal patio
- Sculpture galleries and portrait collections adorning walls
- Extensive display of authentic Triana ceramic tilework
- Manicured gardens at tour conclusion
- Architectural fusion of Christian and Islamic design
What to expect
Your guide will lead you through interconnected rooms and open courtyards, each revealing different periods and artistic influences. You'll study carved stone figures and painted tiles up close, learning how wealthy Sevillian merchants married European Gothic with Moorish decoration. The chapel offers insight into private devotional spaces, whilst the principal patio demonstrates how courtyards functioned as cooling and light sources in medieval palaces. Expect to spend time in each major room; this isn't a rushed walkthrough. The tour concludes outdoors among manicured plants and fountains.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible throughout ground floor. Prams welcome. The palace sits near public transport; allow extra time for navigation if arriving by bus. Wear comfortable shoes for uneven stone floors. No food or drink provided; cafés nearby. Service animals permitted.
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