Santiponce

Santiponce is a municipality in Seville Province in Andalusia. It sits on the right bank of the Guadalquivir River and serves as a gateway to nearby archaeological sites and heritage areas.

The area developed near the ancient Roman city of Italica, founded in the 2nd century BC. Settlement here remained tied to this classical site through the centuries.

The municipality is best reached by car or public transport from Seville, just a few kilometers away. Visitors should allow time for walking around to fully appreciate its proximity to ancient sites.

The name Santiponce is often connected to San Hipólito, a holy martyr from early Christianity. This link to early Christian tradition reflects the region's long spiritual history.

Location: Seville Province

Location: Seville metropolitan area

Capital city: Santiponce

Elevation above the sea: 18 m

Part of: notary district of Seville, Mancomunidad de Desarrollo y Fomento del Aljarafe, Mancomunidad de Municipios del Aljarafe, Mancomunitat de Serveis de Informació del Aljarafe espanyol, Mancomunidad Guadalquivir, Comarca Metropolitana de Sevilla

Shares border with: Seville, Camas, Valencina de la Concepción, Salteras

Website: http://santiponce.es

GPS coordinates: 37.43861,-6.03833

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:51