Housed in the Pavilion of Peru, an elaborate building from the 1929 Latin American Exhibition in Seville, the House of Science is a center for popular science education and activity. With rotating exhibitions, workshops and more open to the public, the center is a great place to spend an afternoon, or take children for a constructive activity. Admission to the museum is free.
In the heart of the city, close to the Gualalquivir River, you can find Juguetería Osorno run by the Osorno brothers, who have been selling toys for more than 25 years. Juguetería Osorno is all of fifteen hundred square meters, dedicated exclusively to help Sevillian children find their dreams. And to do so, one must be dedicated in both body and spirit. For this, this toy store redecorates for every event and is always prepared for Christmas. Osorno redoes their window displays for every time of year. It's almost impossible to walk in and not buy something. In addition, they remain open longer at Christmas time, so no one has to end up without toys.
This wonderfully quaint bakery and confectionery cafe beacons people from the streets with their heady aromas of freshly baked products. Tucking into one of their scones, tarts, biscuits and cakes, fills you with familiar childhood warmth. A popular spot for many locals, this cafe/bakery/restaurant has a lovely outdoor seating area that lets you settle in with a plate of goodies and hot coffee while the world simply passes by.
Sitting in the center of the city is a huge expanse of parkland planted with a wide variety of trees from all over the world. Maria Luisa Park is the perfect place to spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon. It has been carefully laid out with lots of space to wander among the exotic plants and numerous areas where you can sit and rest. You can rent bicycles and even take a horse-drawn carriage ride. It's named after Princess María Luisa who donated some of the land and plants from her palace gardens to start the public park. Inside, you'll find examples of all styles of architecture in the buildings erected as pavilions for Seville's 1929 Ibero-American Expo. Join one of the free guided tours given by students of the tourism school on weekends.
Located in the heart of the city, Meliá Sevilla is a chic accommodation facility in Sevilla. This hotel houses 365 stylish rooms well-facilitated with modern amenities that assure a comfortable stay for the guests. Besides, the hotel also houses spacious venues with a maximum capacity of accommodating a maximum of 1000 people which can be used for meetings, conferences and similar business or private events. The hotel is a home to two restaurants and two bars that are just right to unwind after a busy day. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating massage at their spa or enjoy a relaxing dip at their swimming pool. Even your little ones enjoy here as they have a special pool for kids. All in all, you are sure to have a memorable stay at Meliá Sevilla.
The current Archaeological Museum of Seville traces its roots to the mid-19th Century, with the creation of a few private collections that have been integrated into the present museum. The Museum has three floors: in the bottom floor prehistoric remains from the province are on display to the public, arranged in chronological order, from the Lower Paleolithic in Room I to the Iberoturdetano Period in Room X. On the main floor, materials from the Roman era and following eras are displayed. These materials come from all over the province, and even from further, but the majority of them, above all those of greatest artistic quality, were found in the excavations done in the ancient city of Itálica, birthplace of the emperors Trajano and Adriano. The first floor is reserved for various museum services and for researchers. The Archeological Museum has become, thus, the center of conservation and diffusion of the material testimonies, that illustrate the process of Romanization of the Iberian Peninsula, and that help know more about life in this period.
This spectacular theme park recreates the great age of discoveries and Spain's adventures in South America during the 15th and 16th centuries. You can explore the Amazon, travel the Quetzal trail, visit a pirate's lair and find out how the indigenous peoples used to live back then. The most popular attractions are the hair-raising roller-coaster called the Jaguar and the theater shows. The park opens for the season in March and daily opening hours vary according to the time of year.
Aquópolis Sevilla is one of the biggest water parks in the country. There are unlimited fun zones and a plethora of water activities to enjoy. From slides and rides to pool and games; they are all right here at Acropolis Seville. The artificial river, wave pools, car racing and go-karting are hard to leave. And with grill specialties and local delicacies served at their restaurants and cafeterias, the fun just does not end.
Take a day off from your regular schedule and enjoy an outing with your little ones at Mundo Park Zoo de Sevilla. Spread over 29 acres (12 hectares) of land, this zoo is home to several animals, reptiles and birds. In addition to the regular animals frequently seen in the region, this zoo houses exotic animals like white tigers, jaguars and others. The park has theme areas like La Selvas (the jungle), Bonsais, where you can study the history of plants and trees, La Guaderia, where you can spend some time with animals' little one and many more that will interest you. In case you are an enthusiasts, the Mundo Park Zoo de Sevilla offers its visitors a chance to volunteer for work of the zoo as well as various courses regarding handling and management of animals in the zoo. All in all, you are sure to enjoy a family outing at this zoo.