The town of Mairena del Aljarafe is in the wider Seville metropolitan area. Experts don't agree on whether the city was founded in Roman or Muslim times, but the theory is that the town’s name comes from the Arab term maharana (literally meaning herd of shepherds). In any case, our cheap trips to Mairena del Aljarafe will let you discover a corner of Spain with centuries of history.
Among the town’s artistic and cultural heritage, you’ll find the San Ildefonso parish church, a beautiful 18th century place of worship. Explore its three naves, being sure to take in all the exquisite detail in the altarpieces and beautiful sculptures.
If you want to get away from the city centre, a visit to the Hacienda Porzuna peri-urban park is a great option. This park spans some 50 acres and is a typical Mediterranean forest, covered in holm oaks and wild olive trees. Explore it at your own pace and make sure you don’t miss the Hacienda Porzuna Cortijo, a rural building of particular historical and artistic interest in perfect condition.
Lovers of skateboarding are sure to enjoy their stay, as Mairena del Aljarafe is home to the Wild House Indoor Park Sevilla, the largest covered skate park in Spain and one of the largest in Europe. If you’d rather enjoy an afternoon’s shopping, there’s the Metromar shopping centre, a great place to go shopping, enjoy a meal out or even take in a film at the cinema. What better way to make the most of your package deal to Mairena del Aljarafe?
As you're so close to Seville, you’ll definitely want to visit all its tourist attractions, such as the Real Alcázar, the Cathedral of Santa María, Plaza de España and the emblematic Giralda tower. In fact, to get to Mairena del Aljarafe, all you have to do is fly to Seville airport, take the bus to the city centre and, once there, take metro line 1 to Ciudad Expo. Get ready to breathe in the magic of Andalusia on your trip to Mairena del Aljarafe.
