Things to do in Écija for couples
Écija never runs out of plans for couples, including concerts, stand-up comedy, and sports among plenty more to discover all year round.
Everything to do as a couple in Écija all year round
Monumental exploration of the Palacio de Peñaflor and its great baroque balcony
Popularly known as the palace of the balconies, the Palacio de los Marqueses de Peñaflor is an architectural jewel of Andalusian civil Baroque. Its curved facade decorated with fresco paintings and an imposing continuous balcony that embraces the Cánovas del Castillo street constitute one of the most iconic images of the city.
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Canoeing trip down the Genil river
The course of the Genil river as it passes through the city offers a completely different natural perspective of Ecija's monumental skyline. In the Parque Periurbano del Río Genil, active tourism activities are organized in canoes with rates from 20€ per person.
- 20 min from Écija
Historical tour of the Palacio Portocarrero and its gardens
The Alcázar Palacio Portocarrero is an architectural jewel that combines Roman vestiges from the 2nd century, Almohad walls from the 12th century, and the elegance of a stately Renaissance palace. Declared a Property of Cultural Interest, this imposing inhabited monument served as a film set for the movie Kingdom of Heaven directed by Ridley Scott.
EVOO tasting at a traditional oil mill in the Campiña
The Ecija region has a two-thousand-year-old olive oil tradition that dates back to the Roman era, when amphorae of oil from Astigi reached the very banks of the Tiber River. At the Cooperativa Oleícola El Milagrito, it is possible to discover the cold extraction process of "liquid gold" through guided tours with a price from 12€ per person.
Tasting and Visit to the Oil Mills of the Campiña de Écija
The Campiña Astigitana boasts a deep-rooted tradition in olive grove cultivation and the production of top-quality extra virgin olive oil. Several local oil mills offer oleotourism days that cover walks among centuries-old olive trees, demonstrations of extraction at the mill, and guided tastings of Hojiblanca and Picual olive oil varieties.
Urban tour of the Baroque towers and bell gables of Écija
Écija is famously known as the 'City of Towers' due to the dazzling Baroque bell towers covered in polychrome tiles that dominate its skyline. A walking tour of the monumental itinerary allows you to admire the facades of aristocratic palaces such as the Palacio de Peñaflor or the Palacio de los Palma.
Sunset from the Mirador de la Torre de San Gil
The Atardecer desde la Torre de San Gil offers one of the most romantic and exclusive panoramas of the 'City of the Sun'. Located at the highest point of the old town, the San Gil church boasts an imposing 18th-century baroque brick and glazed ceramic tower.
Visit to the Mercado de Abastos de Écija: Tradition and Local Flavor
Located in a renovated historic rectangular building, the Mercado de Abastos de Écija combines traditional stalls of fresh fruit, meat, and fish with gastronomic stalls and taverns where you can try popular Écija cuisine.
Night tour of the Baroque Courtyards of Ecija
The splendor of the 18th century turned Ecija into one of the richest stately cities in Andalusia, full of palace houses with dazzling architecture. This guided visit at dusk departs from the Plaza de España de Écija with a rate of 10€ for adults / Free for children under 12.
Ascent to the Baroque viewpoint of the Torre de San Juan
Écija is known internationally as the "City of Towers" for the unmistakable Baroque profile of its tiled bell towers. At the Iglesia de San Juan Evangelista de Écija, it is possible to ascend its imposing tower with a €2 donation.
Palacio de Peñaflor viewpoint and panoramic views
The Mirador de Peñaflor represents one of the most fascinating architectural and landscape enclaves of Andalusian Baroque civil architecture. Located at the top of the iconic palace with its characteristic curved corner and artistic wrought-iron balconies, this space offers a privileged perspective over the historic layout of the so-called 'City of Towers' and the banks of the Genil River.
Municipal Historical Museum of Écija: Special Summer Hours
The Municipal Historical Museum of Écija, located in the magnificent Palacio de Benamejí, adapts its hours to the summer season, offering a magnificent opportunity to contemplate archaeological pieces of international importance, such as the famous Amazona Herida sculpture. This center combines the majesty of its Baroque architecture with an exceptional museum collection that spans from prehistory to the Andalusian and Roman eras.
Monumental Walk through the Towers and Squares of Écija
Écija treasures one of the most impressive monumental ensembles in Western Andalusia, distinguished popularly by the unique silhouette of its Baroque towers and iconic bell towers. This high-quality general tour invites you to discover such emblematic squares as the Plaza de España (known as "El Salón") and temples of great architectural value without the usual crowds of other tourist capitals.
Route of the Historical Viewpoints and Towers of Écija
Historically known as the 'City of the Towers', Écija possesses a unique urban profile full of bell gables and Baroque towers that form an exceptional architectural landscape. This alternative route proposes discovering uncrowded viewpoints from which the immensity of the Sevillian countryside and the monumental houses can be seen.
Gastronomic Route of Traditional Astigitana Cuisine
The gastronomy of Écija constitutes a fundamental pillar of its popular culture, fusing the Andalusian countryside tradition with historically rooted recipes. In the tapas bars and traditional taverns of the center, you can taste such iconic dishes as the famous sopas gallofas, the Écija-style salmorejo, homemade flamenquines, and an excellent selection of conventual pastries.
How many plans are there for couples in Écija?
Right now there are 21 plans in total: 6 are one-time events happening these days, such as 2 concerts and 1 stand-up comedy, and 15 are plans available in the city year-round.
How often is this list of plans updated?
This selection gathers the plans for couples in Écija that are currently active, automatically reviewed from real sources. Last updated: August 30, 2026.