A quick glance at a map of Sevilla will show you a city divided practically right down the middle by the Guadalquivir River. You'll find the majority of the action on the eastern bank in the barrios (neighborhoods) of La Macarena, El Arenal, the centro, Santa Cruz, and María Luisa. However, don't miss the western bank barrios, especially Triana, as they offer up a less-touristy and certainly unique atmosphere of their own.
Apart from the all those strategical advantages that the history books rave about, nowadays the Guadalquivir River is a fantastic place for fun and relaxation. Rent a pedal-boat at Pedalquivir, bring a snack and idle away a sunny afternoon cruising up and down the river or just bobbing along with the current.
If you're an ambitious river-goer, Deportes Riomar rents out row boats and kayaks for the more athletically-inclined 
