Seville
Spain
Split
Croatia
Seville
Split
π° Budget
π‘οΈ Safety
Seville
Seville is generally safe but has higher pickpocketing rates than many European cities. Tourist-heavy areas like the Cathedral, Plaza de Espana, and the Santa Cruz quarter are hotspots. Bag snatching from scooters also occurs.
Split
Split is one of the safest cities on the Mediterranean for tourists. Violent crime is extremely rare. Petty theft can occur in crowded tourist areas during summer, but overall it is very safe.
β Ratings
π€οΈ Weather
Seville
Seville has a Mediterranean climate with scorching summers and mild winters. The city is famous for extreme summer heat, making spring and autumn the ideal seasons to visit. Winter is mild and pleasant with occasional rain.
Split
Split has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. It enjoys over 2,600 hours of sunshine per year β one of the sunniest cities in Europe.
π Getting Around
Seville
Seville's old town is compact and best explored on foot. The city has a single metro line, an extensive bus network, a tram, and an excellent public bike-sharing system (Sevici). The historic center is largely pedestrianized.
Walkability: Seville's centro historico is very walkable and largely flat. The main sights are clustered within a 20-minute walk of each other. The pedestrianized streets around the Cathedral and Santa Cruz are delightful. Summer heat is the main obstacle to walking.
Split
Split is a compact city that is best explored on foot. Buses serve the wider area, and ferries connect to the islands. No metro or tram system.
Walkability: Excellent β Split is one of the most walkable cities in Croatia. The old town, Riva, beaches, and Marjan Hill are all interconnected on foot. Only the bus station and airport require transport.
The Verdict
Choose Seville if...
you want flamenco in Triana, Real AlcΓ‘zar Moorish courtyards, tapas crawls, Semana Santa processions, and Andalusian orange blossoms
Choose Split if...
you want Diocletian's Palace + Adriatic β Riva promenade, Marjan hill, ferries to Hvar and BraΔ, Krka waterfalls, and the jumping-off point for Dalmatian-coast island hopping