Torre del Oro

Visit this historic tower, once used for defense and storing treasures, for insights into Seville's maritime past.

In their own words: “And nearby is the Torre del Oro. This is the Tower of Gold. It was constructed in 1220 during the Almohad Dynasty, which ruled much of southern Spain at the time. Probably curious why it's called the Tower of Gold.”

Snap a photo of this iconic historic military watchtower, a key landmark on the Guadalquivir Riverfront.

In their own words: “As you walk, you'll pass the Torre del Oro, a historic military watchtower that once defended the city's port. Take a moment to snap a quick photo of this iconic landmark right on the riverfront.”

Admire this ancient dodecagonal military tower that once guarded the Guadalquivir River, a reminder of Seville's historic maritime importance.

In their own words: “The last place we visited was the Torre del Oro, the Tower of Gold, an ancient dodecagonal military tower that once guarded the Guadalquivir River. It stood as a reminder of Seville’s once magnificent role during centuries that shaped the world, a fitting image of a city that dazzled me at every turn.”