Zaragoza Old Town Travel Guide
Zaragoza
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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
Zaragoza: Aljafería Palace guided tour in Spanish
Canfranc, Jaca and Sallent de Gallego Tour from Zaragoza
Private custom tour with a local guide Zaragoza
Napoleonic Secrets of Zaragoza: Self-Guided History Adventure
Tudela: Artajo Olive Oil Tour, Tasting, and bottle of EVOO
Midday Olive Oil Tour and Visit to Old Town of Belchite
Top hotels in Zaragoza Old Town
Catalonia El Pilar
"Located within the old town. Close walk to all tourist attractions, eating and drinking establishments and the main pedestrian street of Alfonso I. A ten Euro cab from the train/bus station. Room 307 was wonderful. Very spacious room with a sofa at the foot of the bed, facing the TV. No need to recline ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Palafox
"Very good breakfast. Wide selection."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
NH Collection Gran Hotel de Zaragoza
"Super friendly special Marina front office manager helped me a lot"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Alfonso
"Not very clean, cheap hard beds, no pools working, breakfast buffet was below average"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
NH Ciudad de Zaragoza
"Breakfast fruit was old No room service o restaurant on Sundays Reception only one person"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Don Jaime 54
"Pleasant and helpful staff. Clean room and good location."
Reviewed on 10 May 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 Puerta del Carmen 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 Europa and Teatro del Mercado.
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.
