Thing to do
Barrio de Santa Cruz
Seville's former Jewish quarter, a maze of narrow lanes, whitewashed houses, orange trees and small squares beside the Alcázar walls, best explored slowly on foot.
Casa de la Memoria
A cultural centre for flamenco in the old town, staging nightly live shows of dance, song and guitar in a small, intimate setting close to Las Setas.
At a glance
- Type
- Flamenco show
- Area
- Centro, Seville, Spain
- Official site
- casadelamemoria.es
Good to know
- Nightly shows
- Online booking
- Intimate venue
Why we recommend it
Casa de la Memoria is one of the best-known places in Seville to see flamenco performed in a small, focused setting. It describes itself as a cultural centre for flamenco, and rather than the dinner-and-show format of larger tablaos, it concentrates on the music and dance: a short programme of live guitar, song and dance performed for a seated audience in a room where every seat is close to the stage.
Flamenco was declared part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010, and Seville is one of its historic homes, along with Jerez and Cádiz. A show here gives a good introduction to the different styles, from slow, deep songs to fast and exuberant dances, with the rhythm carried by the guitar, the singer and the dancers' footwork and hand clapping. The line-up of artists changes, so each performance is a little different, and the programme usually alternates moments of solo guitar, song and dance.
The setting is intimate, which is the main attraction for many visitors. The audience is small, so you see the expressions and the footwork at close range, and the acoustic sound fills the space without heavy amplification. It suits couples, solo travellers and older children who can sit quietly for the length of the show; very young children may find it long. There is no meal, so plan dinner before or after; the streets around offer plenty of choice.
Shows run every evening, often more than once, and they regularly sell out, especially in spring and at weekends. Book tickets online in advance through the official website and arrive a little before the start time. Performances last about an hour. If you want to understand more before you go, the Museo del Baile Flamenco nearby is a good complement.
The venue is on Calle Cuna in the old town, a short walk from the Metropol Parasol and the Plaza del Salvador, and close to the shopping streets of Sierpes and Tetuán. Afterwards you can head to the tapas bars around the Alfalfa or El Salvador, or walk to Las Setas to see the rooftop light show at night.
Casa de la Memoria FAQs
Where is Casa de la Memoria?
At Calle Cuna 6, in the old town, close to Las Setas and the Plaza del Salvador.
How long is the show?
Performances last about an hour.
Do you need to book?
Yes, booking online in advance is strongly recommended as shows often sell out.
Is food served during the show?
No. It is a show-only venue, so plan dinner before or after.
Is it suitable for children?
Older children who can sit quietly for an hour usually enjoy it; it may be too long for very young children.
What kind of flamenco is performed?
A live programme of guitar, song and dance by professional artists, with the line-up changing between shows.
How do you contact the venue?
Call +34 954 56 06 70 or use the email published on the venue's website.
Is it close to other sights?
Yes. Las Setas, the Plaza del Salvador and the Calle Sierpes shopping street are all a short walk away.