Seville · Cathedral and Alcázar
Archivo General de Indias
The archive of the Spanish empire in the Americas, in a 16th century Renaissance building that was once the merchants' exchange. Entry to the monumental area is free.
- 45 min
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Cathedral and Alcázar
Data checked on October 5, 2026
The building was Seville's merchants' exchange before the archive moved in during the 18th century. It now holds a very large collection of documents about the Spanish empire in the Americas and the Philippines. Visitors see the monumental area and a display of original papers, not the reading rooms. The visit is short, free and needs no reservation.
What to look for
- The marble staircase
- Original documents on display
- The Renaissance building itself
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–5:00 pm | last entry 4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–5:00 pm | last entry 4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–5:00 pm | last entry 4:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–5:00 pm | last entry 4:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–5:00 pm | last entry 4:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm | last entry 1:30 pm |
Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 to 17:00, Sunday and holidays 10:00 to 14:00, closed Mondays. The last access is 30 minutes before closing. Closed on 1 and 6 January, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and 24, 25 and 31 December.
Source: Archivo General de Indias, Ministerio de Cultura, checked October 5, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Free. Groups are limited to 25 people.
Getting there
The Archivo de Indias stop on the Metrocentro line is at the door, and the cathedral is across the square.
Tip
A free stop that fits between the cathedral and the Alcázar. It is a short visit, so it works as a filler on a tight day.