Zaragoza Old Town Travel Guide
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.
Roman Theatre
Learn where Zaragoza's ancient Romans went for friendly meet-ups and entertainment, a well-preserved theater that is about 2,000 years old.
Things to do
Napoleonic Secrets of Zaragoza: Self-Guided History Adventure
Private custom tour with a local guide Zaragoza
Midday Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Old Town of Belchite
Zaragoza Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
City of Four Cultures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Zaragoza
Top hotels in Zaragoza Old Town
Catalonia El Pilar
Room was nice, especially given the price. The staff was great, and the breakfast was super.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Pilar Plaza
This is one of my favorite hotels. The location is excellent. Staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean and semi luxurious. The price was good. I would definitely stay here again. Anthony R. Davidson Local Motion Realty, LLC
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Don Jaime 54
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
Great staff! Great location!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
NH Ciudad de Zaragoza
Perfect location, and a smart, well run hotel
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Vincci Zentro Zaragoza
It was a lovely hotel in a good location. It was also a large room with a large bathroom
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
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, Puerta del Carmen 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 Zaragoza Film Archive.
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.
