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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Parque de María Luisa

Seville, Spain

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 31 2026
Parque de María Luisa

A large historic park in the heart of Seville, with tree-lined avenues, palms and orange trees, ponds, fountains and tiled benches, laid out for the 1929 Exposition. Visitors stroll the shaded paths, feed ducks and pigeons, ride horse-drawn carriages and walk to Plaza de España.

Highlights

  • Plaza de España
  • Plaza de América
  • Duck pond

Good to know

  • Shade keeps it cool in summer
  • Kiosks sell drinks and ice cream
  • Horse-drawn carriage tours available

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