Church of the Divine Saviour

The Church of the Divine Saviour of Seville

The Church of the Divine Saviour, or Iglesia del Salvador, is one of the largest religious buildings of Seville after the cathedral. The Seville audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this imposing baroque church, built on a site full of history.

A baroque collegiate church on a former mosque

The Church of the Divine Saviour rises on the site of a former mosque, of which it keeps vestiges. Rebuilt in the baroque era, it is one of the largest churches of Seville after the cathedral. Its richly decorated interior and its monumental altarpieces make it a remarkable example of Sevillian baroque art. It testifies to the superposition of eras and cultures in the city.

What to see

You admire the imposing baroque façade, the richly decorated interior, the monumental altarpieces and the vestiges of the former mosque, in an atmosphere of contemplation. The Church of the Divine Saviour is one of the finest of Seville after the cathedral. It is a major stop for lovers of sacred art.

Practical information

The Church of the Divine Saviour lies in the heart of the historic centre of Seville, reachable on foot. A working Catholic place of worship and a monument, its visit may have a fee and follows its own hours, which vary with the season and celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

What is the Church of the Divine Saviour built on?

On the site of a former mosque, of which it keeps vestiges; it is one of the largest churches of Seville after the cathedral.

Where is the Church of the Divine Saviour?

In the heart of the historic centre of Seville.