Park of the Princes

Park of the Princes (Parque de los Príncipes in Spanish) is a municipal park in Seville's Los Remedios district, sitting just next to the grounds where the city's famous April Fair is held every year. On the west bank of the Guadalquivir, it's one of the larger green spaces on that side of the river, popular with locals from Los Remedios and Triana as well as visitors looking for a quieter corner away from the historic centre.

Where does the name come from?

The park was inaugurated in April 1973 and takes its name from Spain's Prince and Princess of the time, Don Juan Carlos and Doña Sofía, who later became king and queen. The design is credited to architect Luis Recasens, working alongside surveyor José Lupiáñez and gardener José Elías, and the layout they created back then is largely the one visitors walk through today.

What is there to see inside?

The centrepiece is an ornamental pond with a small island reached by a footbridge, home to a resident population of ducks and one of the most photographed corners of the park. Paths loop around the water, and the grounds also include two children's playgrounds, a sports area, and a dedicated space for dogs, which makes it a practical stop for families and pet owners alike.

Plantings are one of the park's defining features: rose bushes are scattered throughout, alongside collections of citrus trees — including orange trees — plus jacarandas, tipuana trees, and Japanese plum trees. Because of this mix, the park changes character with the seasons, filling with blossom in spring and offering dense shade under the citrus canopy through the summer months.

Who is the park for?

Above all, Park of the Princes functions as everyday green space for residents — a place for a jog, a walk with the kids, or letting the dog off the lead. For visitors staying near Los Remedios or attending events at the nearby fairground, it offers an easy, low-key walk away from the crowds typical of Seville's old town, while staying within easy reach of Triana and the bridges over the Guadalquivir.

How do you get there?

The park sits in Los Remedios, on the western bank of the Guadalquivir, a short walk from the Triana Bridge and the historic Triana neighbourhood. That makes it a convenient base for exploring Triana on foot or for seeing the fairground area outside of the April Fair season.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the park's name come from? It honours the Prince and Princess of Spain at the time of its 1973 opening — the future King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofía.

Is the park suitable for children? Yes, it has two playgrounds for young children as well as a sports area.

Can I bring my dog? Yes, there is a designated area within the park set aside for dogs.

What's the main attraction? An ornamental pond with a footbridge leading to a small central island, home to the park's ducks — the most photographed spot in the park.

What kind of plants grow here? Mostly rose bushes and citrus trees, along with jacarandas, tipuana trees, and Japanese plum trees.

Where in Seville is the park located? It's in the Los Remedios district, on the western bank of the Guadalquivir, close to Triana and the April Fair grounds.