Ensanche Travel Guide
Vitoria-Gasteiz
Popular places to visit
Virgen Blanca Square
You can find out about the history of Vitoria-Gasteiz with a stop at Virgen Blanca Square. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Armory Museum of Alava
You can browse the exhibits at Armory Museum of Alava, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Vitoria-Gasteiz. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.
Statue of The Wayfarer
You can learn about the history of Vitoria-Gasteiz when you stop by Statue of The Wayfarer. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.
Mendizorroza Stadium
Catch an event at Mendizorroza Stadium during your trip to Vitoria-Gasteiz. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Cathedral of Santa Maria de Vitoria
After visiting Cathedral of Santa Maria de Vitoria, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.
Salburua
Explore the great outdoors at Salburua, a lovely green space in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Discover the area's festivals and monuments.
Things to do
Vitoria-Gasteiz Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ensanche
Aparthotel Kora Green City
Super friendly staff, highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Abba Jazz Hotel
Lovely place to stay in a great location in Vitoria. Recommend for a stay for a few nights. Excellent service and very kind staff. Rooms aren’t spacious but they do the job. Great value for money and they even sell craft beers at reception.
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
Hotel Dato
Overnight stay. Great location for easy walk to shops and bars. Underground Parking America - 2 mins walk with discount offered from the hotel. All good.
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025
Hotel Hito
Hotel Silken Ciudad de Vitoria
Central location, walkable to casco viejo, comfortable rooms, free EV charger onsite so we can charge overnight.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
B&B Hotel Vitoria General Alava
Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche
Desamparados
While Desamparados may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de Espana and Artium.
San Cristóbal
Travellers like the museums in San Cristóbal, and Sala de Exposición del Archivo Provincial is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Vitoria-Gasteiz Old Town
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Vitoria-Gasteiz Old Town. You might want to make time for a stop at Casa del Cordon or Museo Fournier de Naipes.
Lovaina
Lovaina is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Armory Museum of Alava and Basque Parliament Building.
Casco Viejo
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Casco Viejo. You might want to make time for a stop at Museo Fournier de Naipes or Casa del Cordon.
Santiago
While Santiago may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Artium and Casa del Cordon.
