This historic Andalusian town has 16th-century baroque mansions, a blue-tiled university, and a Roman quarry. Its 1904 bullring appeared in Game of Thrones as Daznak's Pit.
Osuna, a town in southern Spain's Seville province, rises from the Andalusian plains with its 16th-century university's blue-tiled spires and sandstone buildings. Walk through streets lined with baroque mansions, step into the Collegiate Church to see Ribera's paintings, or climb to the ancient quarry where Romans carved out the town's distinctive golden stone. Game of Thrones fans might recognize the 1904 bullring, which appeared as Daznak's Pit in the series' fifth season.
Getting to Osuna
Trains depart from Seville's Santa Justa station to Osuna every 1-2 hours, with the journey taking about an hour. The town lies between Seville and Granada on the A-92 highway, making it accessible for travelers moving between these cities. Driving from Seville takes about one hour.
Walking Through Calle San Pedro
UNESCO included Calle San Pedro in its list of significant European streets. The street's baroque buildings display intricate stonework from the 16th and 17th centuries. Look for the Palacio de Puente Hermosa's entrance, where stone pillars twist upward, covered with precisely carved grape clusters and vine leaves.
The University and Collegiate Church
The 1548 University building stands at the hilltop, with four corner towers capped by distinctive blue and white hexagonal spires. Its thick walls and square layout reflect its dual purpose as both school and fortress. Inside the adjacent Collegiate Church of Santa Maria de la Asuncion, you'll find paintings by José de Ribera and other Spanish masters. Walk to the church's terrace for views across the town - information panels help you identify the buildings below.
Las Canteras Archaeological Site
Visit the ancient quarry of Las Canteras to see where workers extracted the golden sandstone used throughout Osuna. The site includes a Roman theater and necropolis, with artifacts from Turdetani and Tartessian cultures. Open Sundays 10 AM to 2 PM.
Game of Thrones Connection
The town's bullring, designed in 1904 by Anibal Gonzalez (who also created Seville's Plaza de España), appeared in Game of Thrones Season 5. The local museum displays original props and costumes from the filming.
Local Food Specialties
Try ardoria, a variation of salmorejo cold soup, or cocido ursaonés, a hearty local stew. Local convents sell homemade pastries, including polvorones during Christmas season. Many restaurants in town use olive oil from local mills, some of which have operated for centuries.
