Zaragoza Old Town
Zaragoza
Visit Zaragoza Old Town
Popular places to visit
Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar
Experience the rich Baroque beauty of this ornate basilica, built on the site where devotees believe that the Virgin Mary appeared on a marble pillar in A.D. 40.
Plaza del Pilar
Home to many of Zaragoza’s most important sights, this square is also a popular gathering place and the setting for the city’s biggest annual festivals.
Plaza de Espana
Head to the center of Zaragoza for its main square, a large space of historical importance that is near many other major attractions.
La Seo Cathedral
At this ancient place of worship see a monumental work of architecture housing gorgeous chapels and a museum filled with centuries-old tapestries.
Roman Wall
See these ancient ruins, built in the 3rd century when Zaragoza was a wealthy Roman city.
Calle Alfonso
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Alfonso during your stay in Zaragoza. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Things to do
Napoleonic Secrets of Zaragoza: Self-Guided History Adventure
City of Four Cultures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Zaragoza
Top hotels in Zaragoza Old Town
Catalonia El Pilar
This hotel‘s location was excellent, conveniently close to everything in the old city. Staff were very accommodating and helpful. The renovated room that we stayed in was excellent. We would not hesitate to go there again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel Palafox
Hotel Don Jaime 54
Staff were very helpful. Parking was easy just a few 100m from the hotel entrance. It cost us 25 euros to park for one 24 hour period, but we knew this in advance because the hotel let us know. I think we could have got a discount if we had booked the parking in advance with the car park company ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
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Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
NH Ciudad de Zaragoza
It was warm when I arrived. Mid-70s. Hotter in the room. The air conditioning wasn't "turned on for the season" which made it impossible to sleep. At night i opened a window and got bit by mosquitoes. On Sunday, most things close in the afternoon so impossible to sleep in the warm room again. I went ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Silken Reino de Aragón
Front desk very nice and delicious breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Zaragoza Old Town
El Tubo
While there might not be top attractions in El Tubo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Espana and Calle Alfonso.
San Pablo
If you're spending some time in San Pablo, St Paul's Church and Church of Santiago El Mayor are top sights worth seeing.
La Magdalena
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in La Magdalena. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Historia de Zaragoza or San Carlos Borromeo Seminary.
El Gancho
While visiting El Gancho, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de Toros de la Misericordia and Plaza de Europa.
Zaragoza Centro
You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Zaragoza Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via or Antigua School of Medicine.
Arrabal
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Arrabal. You might want to make time for a stop at Puente de Piedra or Expectacular NORIA.
